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Mystery Musty Smell Traced to Shower Supply Line Inside Wall

Found in 60 min200mm patchOdour gone
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The Problem

Homeowner had musty smell in master bedroom for months. Couldn't find the source. Air fresheners masked it temporarily.

Detection Method

Thermal imaging of the shared wall between bathroom and bedroom identified a cool, damp area 1m wide — moisture behind the drywall. Acoustic correlation on the shower supply lines detected a slow leak at a soldered joint inside the wall.

Results

200mm x 200mm drywall patch at the exact location. Joint re-soldered. Drywall patched and painted. Odour gone within a week.

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