Emergency Plumber Clovelly

Emergency plumbing response in Clovelly covers urgent situations where delay risks property damage, safety, or loss of essential services, ruptured pipes flooding rooms, gas leakages requiring immediate isolation, hot water failures in winter, or sewage backups. Fixed Today Plumbing handles these with immediate dispatch: urgent jobs are prioritised and the nearest licensed field technician is sent from our Eastern Suburbs hub, typically arriving within standard response windows depending on traffic and current bookings. An ETA is provided when you book, and we update you if conditions change.

What happens on arrival: the plumber identifies themselves, confirms access permissions, then assesses the fault using diagnostic tools like CCTV drain cameras for blockages, electronic leak detectors for hidden bursts, or gas detection equipment for leaks. Once the cause and affected area are confirmed, you receive a fixed-fee quote covering the repair, parts, and labour. No work starts until you approve the price. If the scope is larger than expected, say, a blockage reveals structural pipe damage—we explain the options and provide a revised quote before proceeding.

Our family-owned business has operated across Sydney for over 15 years, building a reputation on transparency and quality. We're not the cheapest option, but we are the honest one: the price quoted is the price paid, with no hidden call-out fees or hourly rate surprises. All technicians are licensed NSW plumbers, background-checked, and arrive in uniform. We use drop sheets to protect floors, clean up the work area when finished, and test the repair before leaving to confirm it's resolved.

Emergency work is priced by the job, not the hour, so there's no incentive to stretch the work. After-hours and weekend callouts may attract different pricing due to urgency and availability; confirm the call-out fee status when booking. For non-urgent work, same-day service is available across Clovelly for standard plumbing repairs, installations, and maintenance.

A broken pipe floods rooms quickly, often causing damage to floors, walls, and belongings before the water can be isolated. Leaking pipes are slower but equally destructive over time, promoting mould growth, timber rot, and structural weakening. In Clovelly, burst pipes commonly occur in older galvanised steel or copper pipes corroded by salt air, or in plastic pipes that have shifted due to reactive clay soil movement during wet/dry cycles.

If a pipe bursts, the priority is stopping the flow: turn off the water at the meter (usually located near the front boundary) or at the isolation valve closest to the affected fixture. If you can't locate the valve or it won't turn, call us immediately and leave the water off if safe to do so. Don't attempt to repair an active burst yourself, water under mains pressure can cause injury, and incorrect repairs often make the damage worse.

On arrival, we isolate the water supply, assess the extent of the damage, then use electronic leak detection equipment to confirm there are no additional hidden leaks nearby. Ultrasonic leak detectors pick up the sound of water escaping under pressure, even behind walls or under concrete slabs. Once the affected section is identified, we explain whether the pipe can be repaired with a sleeve or coupling, or whether a section needs replacing. You receive a fixed-price quote covering the repair, parts, and any access work required (e.g., cutting into walls or lifting floorboards).

After the repair, we pressure-test the line to confirm it's watertight, restore water supply, then check all fixtures for flow and pressure. If walls or floors were opened, we make the area safe and tidy but do not perform cosmetic repairs (plastering, painting, tiling), that's typically arranged separately or claimed through insurance. We provide photos and documentation of the work completed, which helps with insurance claims if needed.

A dripping tap wastes water and increases bills, but the real issue is often what's causing the drip: a worn washer, a damaged ceramic disc cartridge, or corrosion in the tap body. In Clovelly's coastal environment, salt air accelerates corrosion in older brass and chrome fixtures, particularly in bathrooms and outdoor taps exposed to weather.

We assess the tap type (compression, ceramic disc, or mixer), disassemble the fixture to identify the fault, then explain whether it needs a washer replacement, cartridge replacement, or full tap replacement. For compression taps (traditional separate hot/cold taps), the fix is usually a new washer and O-ring. For ceramic disc or mixer taps, the cartridge often needs replacing if the tap drips when fully closed or leaks from the base when running.

If the tap body is corroded or the threads are damaged, replacement is more cost-effective than repair. We carry common tap types and can source matching fixtures for period homes or specific finishes (chrome, brushed nickel, matte black). After repair or replacement, we test for leaks, check water pressure, and confirm the tap operates smoothly without squeaking or stiffness.

Shower faults in Clovelly range from dripping taps and blocked drains to leaking shower bases and failing mixer valves. In older homes, shower leaks often trace back to deteriorated waterproofing membranes or cracked grout allowing water to seep into the wall cavity, promoting mould and timber rot.

Our assessment starts by identifying the fault: we test taps for leaks, check drain flow, inspect the shower base for cracks or movement, and look for signs of water escaping the shower enclosure (stains on adjacent walls, damp carpet in adjoining rooms, or ceiling damage below). If the issue is a dripping tap or blocked drain, the fix is usually straightforward; replace the tap cartridge or clear the drain using a mechanical snake or hydro-jetting. If the shower base is leaking, the repair depends on the cause: minor cracks can sometimes be sealed, but significant damage or failed waterproofing typically requires replacing the base and re-waterproofing the area.

For mixer valve failures (inconsistent temperature, no hot water, or water flowing from the spout when the diverter is set to shower), we access the valve body behind the wall, test the cartridge, then replace it if faulty. After repair, we test water flow, temperature control, and drainage to confirm everything works correctly.

Gas fitting services in Clovelly covers installations, repairs, and emergency leak responses for natural gas and LPG systems. Gas work is regulated under AS/NZS 5601.1 and must be performed by a licensed gas fitter, DIY gas work is illegal and dangerous. All gas installations require a compliance certificate issued on completion to verify the work meets safety standards.

If you smell gas (a distinctive "rotten egg" odour added as a safety signal), hear hissing near appliances, or notice dying vegetation over underground gas lines, turn off the gas at the meter, ventilate the area by opening windows and doors, do not use electrical switches or open flames, then call us immediately. We respond to gas leaks as emergencies, with immediate dispatch to make the system safe.

Our gas services include new appliance installations (cooktops, ovens, hot water systems, heaters), gas line extensions, leak identification and repair, and compliance testing. We use combustible gas detectors and thermal imaging to locate leaks behind walls or in sub-floors, then pressure-test the system after repair to confirm it's gas-tight. For new installations, we connect the appliance, test for leaks, verify correct operation and flame characteristics, then issue the compliance certificate.

After any gas work, we explain what was done, confirm safe operation, and provide documentation for your records. Gas safety is non-negotiable: if we identify a fault that poses an immediate risk, we isolate the gas supply and explain the required repairs before restoring service.

Day-to-day plumbing in Clovelly covers routine repairs, fixture installations, and property maintenance that keeps homes and businesses running smoothly. This includes fixing leaking toilets, repairing dripping taps, replacing worn washers, installing new fixtures, upgrading old pipework, and addressing water pressure issues.

For renovation work, we can advise on fixture selection, pipe sizing, and layout to ensure the new plumbing is functional, compliant, and suited to your property's existing infrastructure. We coordinate with builders, tilers, and other trades to schedule plumbing rough-in (installing pipes before walls are closed) and final fit-off (installing fixtures after finishing work is complete).

Our approach is straightforward: we assess the work required, explain what's involved and what affects the cost (access, materials, compliance requirements), provide a fixed-price quote, then complete the job to Australian Standards. All work is backed by our Lifetime Labour Warranty on workmanship, and we provide manufacturer warranties on all parts and fixtures installed. We treat your home with respect, using drop sheets, cleaning up after ourselves, and explaining what we've done before leaving.