Emergency Plumber North Bondi

Urgent plumbing in North Bondi covers active leaks, ruptured pipes, gas leaks, sewer backups, and complete hot water unit failures where delay increases property damage or creates a safety risk. Fixed Today Plumbing dispatches from our Eastern Suburbs network, with urgent jobs allocated immediately to the nearest available licensed and insured plumber. If the first inspection reveals the fault requires parts or specialist equipment not carried in the van, we explain what's needed and provide an ETA for the return visit once scope is defined.

Active water leaks are stressful. The priority is isolating the water supply to stop further damage, then confirming the source and extent of the leak using electronic ultrasonic leak detection or thermal imaging where pipework is hidden. Once the affected section is identified, we provide a fixed-price quote to repair or replace the failed pipe, test the system under pressure, and verify flow before leaving. All work is completed to Australian plumbing standards, and we clean up the immediate work area including debris removal.

Gas leaks are urgent. If you smell gas (a distinctive "rotten egg" odour caused by added mercaptan), don't operate switches or appliances. Open windows if safe to do so, and arrange an assessment. Our licensed gas fitters use combustible gas detectors to locate the source, isolate the gas supply, and perform pressure loss testing once the repair is complete to confirm the system is gas-tight before recommissioning. A compliance certificate is issued where required under AS/NZS 5601.1.

We arrive in uniform, confirm identity at the door, and explain what we're doing before starting. Our vans are fully stocked mobile workshops, which reduces the chance of needing a return trip for common faults. You're provided with an ETA when booking where possible, though arrival timing depends on current job load and traffic conditions.

Blocked drains across North Bondi properties often result from tree root intrusion in older terracotta or clay pipes, or Fat, Oil, and Grease (FOG) accumulation in kitchen lines. When debris or roots trap solid waste, the blockage restricts flow and can cause backups into sinks, showers, or toilets. If ignored, the pressure can crack pipes or force wastewater into the property.

We start with a high-definition CCTV drain CCTV check to visually identify the blockage type, depth, and precise location within your property boundary. This allows us to confirm whether the obstruction is clearable or if the pipe has structural damage requiring a different approach. Once the cause is identified, we provide a fixed-price quote before proceeding.

Clearing is typically done with high-pressure water jetting (hydro-jetting), which fires water at 3,000 to 5,000 PSI through specialised nozzles to pulverise roots and scour grease from pipe walls. This restores the line to near-full capacity and reduces the chance of recurrence compared to temporary cable-based methods. If the CCTV shows collapsed or deteriorated sections, trenchless pipe lining may be recommended to create a seamless "pipe-within-a-pipe" without excavation.

All blocked drain work includes post-clearing verification: we run water through the system and confirm flow is restored before leaving. Cleanup includes removing any debris that surfaced during the clearing process.

Roof and gutter leaks in North Bondi typically occur when downpipes are blocked, gutter brackets fail, or flashing deteriorates around roof penetrations. When water can't drain properly, it pools in gutters and overflows into fascias, eaves, or internal ceilings, which can cause rot, mould, and structural damage if unaddressed.

Our assessment includes clearing blockages from downpipes and checking gutter alignment to ensure water flows toward outlets without pooling. If brackets have pulled away or gutters have sagged, we reposition and secure them to restore proper fall. Leaking joints are sealed, and damaged sections are replaced where repair isn't viable.

For roof penetrations (vents, skylights, chimneys), we inspect the flashing for cracks or gaps and re-seal or replace as needed. All work is completed with an eye to preventing recurrence, and we test water flow through the system where practical before leaving.

When a toilet in North Bondi keeps running after flushing, the fault is usually a worn flapper valve or fill valve inside the cistern. Water continues to leak from the cistern into the bowl, which forces the fill valve to run continuously to maintain water level. This wastes water and creates noise that's particularly disruptive overnight.

We open the cistern, inspect the flush mechanism, and replace the failed component with a compatible part. For blockages that cause slow drainage or backups, we use appropriate tools to clear the trap and waste line, then test the flush to confirm flow is restored. If the blockage is further down the line and affects multiple fixtures, a CCTV inspection may be recommended to locate the restriction.

Toilet repairs are straightforward in most cases and are tested under normal use before we leave. All work is backed by our Lifetime Labour Warranty on workmanship.

A ruptured pipe in North Bondi usually results from corrosion in older galvanised steel or copper pipes, mechanical damage during renovations, or freeze/expansion stress in uninsulated sections. When a pipe bursts, water escapes under mains pressure (typically 350 to 500 kPa in Sydney), causing rapid property damage to floors, walls, and ceilings if not isolated immediately.

The first step is isolating the water supply at the affected area or property mains to stop further damage. We then use electronic ultrasonic leak detection or thermal imaging to locate the burst section, which is particularly important when pipework is concealed behind walls or under slabs. Once located, we assess whether the damaged section can be cut out and rejoined, or whether a longer pipe run needs replacement due to widespread corrosion.

All pipe repairs are pressure-tested before the water supply is restored, and we verify flow at all downstream fixtures to confirm the repair is complete. If the burst revealed that adjacent pipe sections are corroded and at risk, we explain the options and provide a quote for preventive replacement to avoid recurrence.

We use drop sheets or protective covers to protect floors during the work and clean up debris once the repair is verified. All work is backed by our Lifetime Labour Warranty on workmanship.

General plumbing at North Bondi covers non-emergency repairs, installations, and maintenance work where timing is flexible. This includes tap replacements, toilet cistern repairs, minor pipe repairs, fixture installations, and routine maintenance checks.

We schedule general plumbing jobs around your availability, with clear communication about arrival windows. Each job begins with an onsite assessment to confirm the scope, followed by a fixed-price quote before starting work. The quote includes parts, labour, and verification testing, with no hidden fees or hourly rate surprises.

Our vans are fully stocked with common parts and fixtures, which reduces the need for return trips on standard jobs. If specialist parts are required, we source them and provide an updated ETA once they're available. All work is completed to meet Australian Standards and backed by our Lifetime Labour Warranty on workmanship.