Leak from ceiling

[purpleme12]

I left the bath water running
And look what's happened! On kitchen ceiling
What do I need to do now??

I've put the panel back on now.
Should I take it off?

It might dry better with the panel off so air can circulate

A DIYer or a plumber can tighten or renew the overflow. If there is any doubt about its condition, replace with new, preferably a Mcalpine.

The ceiling needs a plasterer. Wet plasterboard is heavy and soft, and sags, especially with water lying on it, and probably needs replacing or overboarding. Making holes drains it fast and reduces the damage.

Yes

If I made a claim would they sort the overflow and the kitchen ceiling and make sure the electrics are ok then?

You are unlikely to be able to claim to fix the leak itself , just the damage caused. Check the policy exclusions.

They will fix the damage but not the cause.

Yea it will cost more than £250 to fix

Oh right so you mean I'd still need to get a plumber to fix this overflow pipe thing?

And pay for that myself?

Potentially yes. A general maintenance person may be able to do it all but the quote/bills would need separating out.

I am not covered for damaged for a leak from taps being left on for overflowing bath/sink on my policy

This is what it says on the wording...

Here

So I guess I have to suck it up

Who should I contact first to do what first? Should I contact the plumber first to sort this pipe?

I would get a plumber first to sort out the overflow/pipe issue. Then get a property maintenance type company to fix the ceiling.

How much do you think this will cost? Each thing?

Ok I've rang a plumber like you say

Then once that's done I fix the kitchen ceiling?

Sorry too blurred. You may find someone who could do it all, but you would need prior approval from insurer for cost of whatever works you would claim. If the issue is a leaky pipe rather than just overflowing the bath it might be covered but can't be sure.

I never knew how stressful having a house was. That probably sound stupid

The plumber charges a £75 an hour

Yes the maintenance of a house seems to be constant. I often find it stressful.

Don’t worry too much, this should be relatively straightforward to sort out. When is the plumber coming?

Tomorrow.
Have I done the right thing?

Do I need to get a plasterer person (?) In after that as soon as possible? Is this the right thing to do?