Plumbing FAQ's in Burwood Heights
Plumbing emergencies are disruptive and its normal to want clear answers before booking. These FAQs cover what Burwood Heights locals usually ask about urgency, pricing, and what happens during an onsite visit. If your question is not covered, call 1800 349 338 and we will confirm the next stage and whether the job needs immediate dispatch.
Should I hire a professional or do it myself?
For emergencies and any regulated plumbing, drainage, or gas work, a licensed plumbing technician is the safer option. In practice, DIY attempts often hide the real cause, and that can lead to repeat failures or property damage. Fixed Today Plumbing can assess the issue onsite, confirm the scope, and provide a fixed-price quote before any repair begins.
How much does plumbing cost?
The cost of plumbing work depends on what has failed, how easy it is to access, the parts required, and whether the job is urgent or after-hours. Fixed Today Plumbing uses fixed, upfront pricing (priced by the job, not by the hour), so you receive a clear price once the scope is defined onsite. Ask when booking if a call-out fee applies in Burwood Heights.
What type of plumbing can be done?
Fixed Today Plumbing provides general domestic and commercial plumbing services across Sydney, including blocked drains, ruptured pipe repairs, hot water systems, toilet and tap repairs, roof and gutter leak repair, and licensed gas fitting. The right solution depends on what inspection shows onsite, and the scope is confirmed onsite before a fixed-fee quote is issued.
Do you come to our house to quote?
Yes, Burwood Heights jobs are typically assessed onsite before pricing is confirmed, because accurate quoting depends on the fault location, access, and what repairs are required. Fixed Today Plumbing delivers a fixed-price quote before starting work, and quotes are valid for one month from the date issued. If the scope changes after inspection, options are explained and quoted before proceeding.
What do Plumbers do?
Plumbers install, repair, and maintain water, drainage, and gas systems in homes and businesses. That can include pipes, toilets, showers, hot water units, and drain lines. In NSW, certain work must be performed by licensed technicians, especially when gas fitting or drainage is involved. Fixed Today Plumbing sends licensed plumbers to assess and complete regulated work safely.
How do I stop my toilet running?
A running toilet usually indicates a worn internal valve or a sealing problem inside the cistern, and it often needs a repair rather than ongoing adjustment. If the toilet is overflowing or causing damage, stop using it and arrange an emergency plumber. Fixed Today Plumbing can assess the toilet onsite, explain what has failed, and quote before completing the repair.
The shower is leaking, how do I stop it?
A shower leak should be assessed because water can damage wall linings, floors, and cabinetry before it becomes visible. If the leak is heavy or causing damage, stop using the shower and arrange urgent attendance. Fixed Today Plumbing will confirm whether the issue is the plumbing, the fittings, or the drainage, then provide a flat-rate quote before repairs begin.
Do you service the entire Burwood Heights area?
Yes, Fixed Today Plumbing services Burwood Heights (2136) and the wider Inner West district, and we also have capacity to service up to a 60km radius from base hubs for emergency calls. Attendance timing depends on current bookings and traffic, but urgent jobs are prioritised, and ETA updates are provided where possible once the job is booked.
Are you able to unblock drains?
Yes, Fixed Today Plumbing clears blocked drains and completes CCTV inspections, drain unblocking, and structural pipe repairs where required. Most blockages can be cleared by identifying the restriction and removing it with the right method for the pipe type. If inspection shows the pipe is damaged, options such as repair or no-dig pipe lining are explained and quoted before proceeding.
How fast can you come?
For emergencies in Burwood Heights, Fixed Today Plumbing provides immediate dispatch, which means urgent jobs are sent out first and the nearest available duly licensed NSW plumber is allocated from our Sydney dispatch points. Same-day service is available for standard plumbing and gas enquiries. When you book, we will provide an ETA and update it where possible as the job progresses.