Plumbing FAQ's in Brookvale
These are common questions we hear from Brookvale customers booking urgent and general plumbing work. Each answer explains what usually happens next, what affects the outcome, and when an onsite assessment is the right move. If you are unsure how urgent your situation is, a quick call can confirm what type of plumber to send and what information to have ready.
Should I hire a professional or do it myself?
For emergencies and any gas work in Brookvale, it is safest to book a fully licensed NSW plumber or gas fitter because mistakes can create water damage, safety risks, and compliance problems. Many faults also look similar from the outside, so an onsite diagnosis is the fastest way to confirm the cause. Once the scope is defined, you receive fixed, upfront pricing before work starts.
How much does plumbing cost?
Plumbing cost depends on the confirmed scope, access, parts required, and whether it is an after-hours emergency. Fixed Today Plumbing uses fixed, clear pricing (priced by the job, not by the hour), so you are not guessing while the work is underway. After diagnosis, you receive a fixed-price quote with no hidden costs, and quotes are valid for one month from the date issued.
What type of plumbing can be done?
Fixed Today Plumbing handles general plumbing, drainage, hot water, and gas fitting work in Brookvale, including blocked drains, burst pipes, toilet repairs, and hot water supply issues. The right solution depends on what is found onsite, especially where faults are concealed or involve shared pipework in units. Once the cause is confirmed, options are explained and priced before work proceeds.
Do you come to our house to quote?
Yes, for Brookvale jobs we attend onsite to assess the issue properly because access, pipework layout, and fault location affect the scope. After diagnosis, we provide a fixed-price quote with no hidden fees before work starts, so you can decide based on confirmed information. No call-out fee applies in many service areas (check specific suburb pages), so confirm Brookvale call-out status when booking if needed.
What do Plumbers do?
Plumbers install, repair, and maintain water, drainage, and related systems in homes and businesses. In Brookvale, that can mean stopping leaks, clearing drains, repairing toilets, and installing hot water service systems. Where gas work is involved, a duly licensed gas fitter is required. A professional visit typically includes diagnosis, explanation of options, and an upfront fixed-price quote before repairs.
How do I stop my toilet running?
A toilet that keeps running usually needs a valve or seal repaired or replaced, and repeated running can waste water and lead to overflow issues later. If the toilet will not stop running or you see water rising, book a licensed and insured plumbing technician so the cause can be confirmed and fixed safely. After assessment, you receive a fixed-price quote before the repair begins.
The shower is leaking, how do I stop it?
A leaking shower can be a simple fitting issue, or it can involve concealed pipework or waterproofing, so it is worth having it assessed rather than guessing. If water is escaping outside the shower area, stop using it and arrange an inspection to limit damage. Once the leak source is confirmed and access is clear, you will receive a fixed-price quote before repairs start.
Do you service the entire Brookvale area?
Yes, Fixed Today Plumbing services Brookvale and the wider Sydney metropolitan regions, including the Northern Beaches. For emergencies, we have capacity to service up to a 60km radius from base hubs for emergency calls, subject to availability and current bookings. When you call, we confirm the address, access details, and urgency so the right technician can be allocated.
Are you able to unblock drains?
Yes, Fixed Today Plumbing clears blocked drains in Brookvale using diagnostic and clearing equipment such as CCTV drain cameras and high-pressure water jetting. The right method depends on what is causing the restriction and the condition of the pipe. If inspection shows a damaged line rather than a simple blockage, we explain repair options and confirm scope before any additional work proceeds.
How fast can you come?
For Brookvale emergencies, Fixed Today Plumbing provides immediate dispatch, which means urgent jobs are sent out first and the nearest available technician is allocated from our Sydney dispatch points. Arrival timing depends on current jobs, access, and traffic conditions, but we provide ETA updates where possible. For standard enquiries, service the same day is available where scheduling allows.
