Plumbing FAQ's in Lilli Pilli
Plumbing decisions are harder when you are dealing with an urgent leak or a blocked drain. These are common questions we hear from Lilli Pilli locals, with straightforward answers about scope, timing, pricing, and what happens on the first visit. If your situation is different, a quick description over the phone helps us book the right technician and confirm urgency.
Should I hire a professional or do it myself?
For emergency plumbing in Lilli Pilli, a fully licensed plumbing technician (NSW) is the safe option because water damage can spread quickly and some work is regulated in NSW. Fixed Today Plumbing uses onsite diagnosis first, then provides a fixed-price quote before starting work. If the issue turns out to be more than a minor repair, options are explained clearly once the scope is confirmed onsite.
How much does plumbing cost?
Plumbing costs in Lilli Pilli depend on what is found onsite, because access, the parts required, and urgency can change the scope. Fixed Today Plumbing uses fixed, upfront pricing (priced by the job, not by the hour), with no hidden costs, and the Fixed Price Guarantee (the price quoted is the price paid). Many service areas have no call-out fee, check specific suburb pages, and we can confirm this when booking.
What type of plumbing can be done?
Fixed Today Plumbing provides general domestic and commercial plumbing services across Sydney, including blocked drains and sewer repairs, hot water systems, gas fitting, leak detection, ruptured pipe repairs, toilets, showers, and roof and gutter leaks. If inspection shows specialised work is needed, the options are explained and quoted once the scope is finalised, so you are not committing based on assumptions.
Do you come to our house to quote?
Yes, jobs in the 2229 postcode are personally assessed onsite before a fixed-price quote is given, because the affected area, access, and the underlying cause can change what is required. Fixed Today Plumbing confirms the scope first, then provides fixed, upfront pricing before work starts. If further issues are discovered during inspection, the next stage is explained and quoted before proceeding.
What do plumbers do?
Plumbers install, repair, and maintain water, drainage, and related systems in homes and businesses. In an emergency, the first job is usually to make the situation safe, stop damage, then repair and test the system so it works normally again. In NSW, plumbing, drainage, and gas work must be completed by appropriately licensed tradespeople.
My toilet keeps running, is it urgent?
A running toilet is not always an emergency, but it can waste a lot of water and it can indicate a worn component that may fail further. Fixed Today Plumbing can assess the cistern and flushing mechanism onsite and provide fixed, upfront pricing before repairs. If the running toilet is paired with frequent overflows or poor drainage, the cause may be in the drain line and will be confirmed during inspection.
The shower is leaking, do I need a plumber?
A leaking shower should be assessed because slow leaks can damage surrounding finishes and the structure over time. Fixed Today Plumbing checks the visible fittings and the nearby pipework to confirm the source, then provides a fixed-price quote before completing the repair. If access is required behind walls or under floors, the options and scope are explained before any additional work begins.
Do you service the entire Lilli Pilli area?
Yes, Fixed Today Plumbing services all Sydney metropolitan areas, including Lilli Pilli in the 2229 postcode and the wider Sutherland Shire. For emergencies, the business has capacity to service up to a 60km radius from base hubs, depending on availability. Urgent jobs receive immediate dispatch, and an ETA is provided and updated where possible once a technician is allocated.
Are you able to unblock drains?
Yes, Fixed Today Plumbing clears blocked drains and completes structural pipe repair, including CCTV inspections and high-pressure water jetting. This usually restores flow in accessible lines, and the camera helps confirm whether the problem is a simple obstruction or damage that may need repair. If relining or other structural work is recommended, it is explained and quoted once the scope is clarified onsite.
How fast can you come?
For emergencies in Lilli Pilli, Fixed Today Plumbing delivers immediate dispatch, meaning urgent jobs are sent out first and the nearest available technician is allocated from local dispatch points across Sydney. Arrival timing still depends on current bookings, access, and traffic conditions, so we provide ETA updates where possible. For non-urgent work, same-day service is available for standard plumbing and gas enquiries where scheduling allows.