Plumbing FAQ's in Maroubra
These FAQs cover what Maroubra residents and businesses usually want to know during a plumbing emergency, including when to book, what affects the price, and what to expect on arrival. Fixed Today Plumbing delivers 24/7 Emergency support for residential and commercial clients, with fixed, upfront pricing once the scope is verified onsite. If your question is specific to your property, call and we can book the right licensed technician.
Should I hire a professional or do it myself?
For anything involving gas, ongoing leaks, sewer overflows, or hot water faults, it is safer to book a properly licensed plumber so the system can be checked and made compliant. Minor issues can look simple but still hide damaged pipework. If there is a risk of water damage or a safety issue, arrange an onsite assessment and get an upfront fixed price quote before work starts.
How much does plumbing cost?
Cost depends on the confirmed scope, access to the fault, parts required, and whether the job is urgent or after-hours. Fixed Today Plumbing uses fixed, clear pricing (priced by the job, not by the hour), so you are given a fixed-price quote after the onsite diagnosis and before any work begins. Quotes are valid for 30 days from the date issued.
What type of plumbing can be done?
Fixed Today Plumbing provides general domestic and commercial plumbing services across Sydney, including blocked drains, sewer repairs, hot water systems, gas fitting, leaking taps, toilets, showers, and roof and gutter leaks. The attending technician is a licensed and adequately insured plumber in NSW. If the issue turns out to involve additional work beyond the initial fault, the options are explained and quoted once the scope is clarified.
Do you come to our house to quote?
Yes, jobs in the 2035 postcode are personally assessed so the cause and access can be confirmed before pricing is provided. Phone quotes are often inaccurate for emergencies because the visible symptom may not show the true source. After the diagnosis, we provide a fixed-price quote with no hidden fees before work starts. You can then decide whether to proceed.
What do Plumbers do?
A plumber repairs, installs, and maintains water, drainage, and related fixtures in a property, and a duly licensed gas fitter can also work on gas installations. The role includes diagnosing faults, confirming what is safe to do, then repairing and testing the system. In regulated situations, documentation may be required. For emergencies, the main aim is to make it safe and stop damage first.
How do I fix a running toilet?
A running toilet is usually caused by a worn internal valve or seal, but the correct fix depends on what has failed inside the cistern. If water is continuously flowing or the toilet will not stop refilling, book a plumber so it can be diagnosed and repaired properly. If there is water leaking onto the floor, it should be treated as urgent because it can damage flooring.
How do I solve a leaking shower?
A leaking shower often needs proper assessment because the water source can be behind tiles, at plumbing connections, or from failed seals at the screen or base. A quick surface repair can miss the real cause, which is how hidden damage spreads. Booking a licensed plumber allows the leak to be located and the scope confirmed. Once confirmed, a fixed-price quote is provided before repairs start.
Do you service the entire Maroubra area?
Yes, Fixed Today Plumbing services the entire area with the 2035 postcode as part of our coverage across all Sydney metropolitan regions. For emergencies, we use localised dispatch points across Sydney to send the nearest available licensed technician. For standard enquiries, service the same day is available, subject to current bookings and access on site.
Are you able to unblock drains?
Yes, Fixed Today Plumbing clears blocked drains using diagnostic tools such as camera inspection equipment, then removes the obstruction using appropriate clearing methods such as high-pressure jetting where suitable. The approach depends on the pipe condition and access. If inspection shows broken or collapsed pipework rather than a simple blockage, repair options are explained and quoted after the scope is confirmed.
How fast can you come?
Fixed Today Plumbing provides immediate dispatch for emergencies, which means urgent jobs are allocated first and the nearest available licensed technician is sent from our localised dispatch points across Sydney, including hubs in West Sydney, Dolans Bay, and Ruse. Arrival timing depends on current bookings and traffic conditions. We provide clear arrival communication, including ETA updates where possible.