Plumbing FAQ's in Miranda
These answers cover the questions we hear most from Miranda locals when they are comparing plumbers or trying to decide if a problem is urgent. Each job is confirmed onsite because access, pipe layout, and the affected area change what is required and what it costs. If you are not sure how urgent your situation is, a brief phone call can usually confirm the right booking type.
Should I hire a professional or do it myself?
Most plumbing work in NSW is safer and more reliable when it is handled by a duly licensed and insured plumber, especially if there is any risk of water damage, drainage overflow, or gas involvement. If the issue affects hot water service, sewer, or gas, arrange a licensed trade technician to assess it onsite. The cause is confirmed first, then the repair is quoted and completed to applicable standards.
How much does plumbing cost?
Plumbing cost depends on the scope of work, access to the pipework, 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 fixed-price quote after diagnosis and before starting work. Quotes are valid for one month from the date issued, with no hidden costs.
What type of plumbing can be done?
Fixed Today Plumbing provides domestic and commercial plumbing services across Miranda, including blocked drains and sewer work, hot water service repairs and installations, gas fitting and leak investigation, and general repairs such as leaking taps and toilets. If the job requires specialised diagnostics, the attending technician confirms the fault onsite before quoting, then explains the options based on what is found.
Do you come to our house to quote?
Yes. Jobs in Miranda are assessed onsite so the technician can confirm what is affected, what access is available, and what parts or testing may be required. After that assessment, you receive a fixed-price quote before any work begins. If inspection shows a larger issue than expected, the options are explained and quoted once the scope is confirmed on site.
What do Plumbers do?
Plumbers install, repair, and maintain water, drainage, and sometimes gas systems around a property, including fixtures in kitchens, bathrooms, laundries, and outdoor areas. In NSW, drainage and gas fitting work also requires the right licensing. For regulated work, the outcome should be checked and documented so the installation is safe and compliant.
How do I stop my toilet running?
A toilet that keeps running is usually caused by a worn inlet valve, a flush valve seal that is not seating, or a cistern component that is out of adjustment. The safest next stage is to book a fully licensed NSW plumber to inspect the cistern and confirm the failed parts. Once diagnosed, Fixed Today Plumbing provides a fixed-price quote before replacing components.
The shower is leaking, how do I stop it?
A leaking shower can come from the shower head, tap assembly, or from plumbing behind the wall, and the visible drip does not always show where water is escaping. If water is appearing outside the shower area or in a room below, stop using the shower and arrange an assessment. The cause is confirmed onsite, then repairs are quoted upfront before we begin.
Do you service the entire Miranda area?
Yes. Fixed Today Plumbing services Miranda 2228 and the wider Sutherland Shire as part of our Sydney metropolitan coverage, with capacity to service up to a 60km radius from base hubs for emergency calls. Emergency jobs receive immediate dispatch, and standard enquiries can be booked for same day service when availability allows.
Are you able to unblock drains?
Yes. Fixed Today Plumbing clears blocked drains using diagnostic tools such as CCTV drain cameras and clearing methods such as high-pressure water jetting, depending on what the line condition allows. If the blockage is caused by structural damage, repair options like pipe relining or pipe repair are explained and quoted after the inspection. Miranda jobs have no call-out fee, and pricing is fixed upfront before work begins.
How fast can you come?
For Miranda emergencies, Fixed Today Plumbing provides immediate dispatch, which means urgent jobs are sent out first and the nearest available fully licensed technician is allocated from local Sydney dispatch points. For standard plumbing and gas enquiries, same-day service is available when bookings allow. We provide clear arrival communication, including ETA updates where possible, but timing still depends on current jobs and traffic conditions.
