Plumbing FAQ's in Como West
These are common questions we hear from Como West customers who need a clear answer before they book a plumber. Each answer focuses on what happens next, what affects cost and timing, and when a licensed professional is the safer option.
Should I hire a professional or do it myself?
For emergencies in Como West, a licensed and insured plumber is the safer option because leaks, overflows, and gas faults can damage property quickly or create safety risks. Fixed Today Plumbing can attend to make the situation safe, confirm the cause onsite, then provide a fixed price quote before work begins. If the issue turns out to be minor, you can decide once the scope is clear.
How much does plumbing cost?
Plumbing costs in Como West depend on the scope of the fault, access to the affected area, parts required, and whether it is urgent after-hours work. Fixed Today Plumbing uses fixed, upfront pricing (priced by the job, not by the hour), so you receive a fixed-price quote after diagnosis and before any work starts. Quotes are valid for one month from the date issued.
What type of plumbing can be done?
Fixed Today Plumbing provides general plumbing, drainage, hot water, and licensed gas fitting services across Como West and the wider Sydney metro area. This includes blocked drains and sewer repairs, broken pipe repairs and leak testing, hot water system work (gas, electric, solar), and gas leakage detection and new gas connections. If inspection finds hidden damage, options are explained and quoted once confirmed.
Do you come to our house to quote?
Yes, Fixed Today Plumbing typically confirms the scope onsite in Como West before providing a fixed-fee quote. An onsite check matters because access, pipe condition, and the location of the problem can change what is required to fix it properly. Once the issue is diagnosed, the fixed price is provided before we start, and you can then decide how you want to proceed.
What do Plumbers do?
A plumber installs, repairs, and maintains water and drainage pipework and fixtures so a property stays safe and usable. In NSW, licensed plumbers can also carry out regulated work in plumbing, drainage, and gas fitting, depending on their licence. For emergency jobs in Como West, the immediate focus is stopping damage, making the system safe, and restoring normal function.
How do I stop my toilet running?
If a toilet in Como West is running continuously or threatening to overflow, book a licensed, insured plumber so the inlet, cistern components, and seals can be checked and repaired correctly. Continuous running can waste significant water and sometimes points to worn parts that need replacement. Fixed Today Plumbing can confirm the cause onsite and provide a fixed-price quote before starting work.
The shower is leaking, how do I stop it?
A leaking shower should be assessed by a licensed, insured plumber because the visible drip is not always the full problem, water can track behind tiles and cause damage over time. Fixed Today Plumbing can attend Como West to identify whether the leak is from pipework, tapware, or a fitting, then provide a fixed-price quote once the scope is confirmed.
Do you service the entire Como West area?
Yes, Fixed Today Plumbing services Como West and all Sydney metropolitan regions. For urgent situations, emergencies are dispatched immediately and the nearest available technician is allocated from localised dispatch points across Sydney. If your property has access constraints such as strata rules, limited parking, or a booking window, share that when you call so the visit can be planned properly.
Are you able to unblock drains?
Yes, Fixed Today Plumbing clears blocked drains in Como West and can also handle structural pipe repair where required. Diagnosis may include CCTV inspection equipment and other locating tools to confirm where the restriction is, then the clearing method is selected to suit the pipe condition. If inspection shows the line is damaged rather than simply blocked, repair options are explained and quoted once confirmed.
How fast can you come?
For emergencies in Como West, Fixed Today Plumbing provides immediate dispatch, meaning urgent jobs are sent out first and the nearest available licensed plumbing specialist is allocated from our Sydney dispatch points. An ETA is provided when booking and updated where possible, but arrival timing can change with existing jobs and traffic conditions. For non-urgent work, same-day service is available for standard enquiries.
