Emergency Plumber South Wentworthville

An emergency plumbing situation in South Wentworthville typically involves an immediate risk to property, safety, or health, burst pipes flooding a room, a gas leak creating a safety hazard, or a sewer backup affecting hygiene. Fixed Today Plumbing handles these situations by dispatching the nearest available properly licensed plumber from our West Sydney hub as soon as the call is logged. Emergency jobs are prioritised over scheduled work, and you're given an ETA once the technician is allocated.

Emergencies don't follow a schedule. A burst pipe can happen at 2 AM on a Sunday, or a blocked sewer might surface during a family gathering. That's why we operate around the clock, every day of the year. When you call, we confirm what's happening and whether immediate action is needed to limit damage, such as isolating a water supply or ventilating a space if gas is suspected, then send a plumber who arrives with the tools and parts typically needed for that type of fault.

Our pricing model is fixed and quoted by the job, not billed by the hour. Once the plumber assesses the situation onsite, you receive an upfront quote that covers the scope of work, including labour and materials. There are no hidden call-out fees added later, and the price remains good for 30 days from the date it's provided. You decide whether to proceed once you know the cost, and if you do, the repair is finished and tested prior to leaving.

The team attending your property consists of NSW-licensed plumbers who've completed police and background checks. They arrive in uniform, confirm their identity at the door, and explain what they're about to do before starting. Work areas are protected with drop sheets, and the site is cleaned up once the job is finished. If the fault involves hidden damage or requires additional work beyond the initial scope, we explain the options and provide a separate quote before proceeding further.

Over 15 years of operation across Sydney, we've built a workload that includes several hundred jobs in the Cumberland Council area each year. That experience shows up in how quickly we identify the likely cause, what parts we carry in the van, and how we approach access constraints common to Western Sydney properties, tight driveways, limited street parking, or strata entry protocols when working in unit complexes near the Merrylands shopping district.

Blocked drains in South Wentworthville properties usually start as poor drainage in a single fixture, kitchen sink, shower, or laundry, then escalate to complete blockage or overflow if not addressed. Fixed Today clears blockages by first locating the restriction using a high-definition CCTV drain camera, then removing it with high-pressure jetting that scours the pipe walls and restores near-full flow capacity. This approach works for tree roots, grease buildup, collapsed sections, and foreign objects lodged in the line.

Tree root intrusion is a recurring issue in established gardens where older terracotta or clay pipes run close to large trees or shrubs. Fine roots enter through microscopic cracks, expand over time, and trap debris until the pipe is blocked. In kitchens, oils and fats solidify as they cool, coating the pipe interior and narrowing the diameter until solid waste can't pass. Both scenarios respond well to hydro-jetting, which uses specialised nozzles firing water at 3,000-5,000 PSI to pulverise roots and break down grease.

The camera inspection provides a visual record of what's inside the pipe—depth of blockage, pipe condition, and whether structural damage exists. If the camera shows a collapsed section or severe root penetration, we explain whether relining or excavation is needed and provide a separate quote for that work. The goal is to give you enough information to make an informed decision about short-term clearing versus long-term pipe repair.

If you're dealing with a toilet that won't flush, a shower backing up, or multiple fixtures draining slowly, that pattern suggests a main line blockage. A quick call gets a plumber onsite to assess the affected area, confirm the cause, and restore flow. We also provide maintenance advice to reduce the chance of repeat blockages in the same spot.

A leaking tap wastes water and increases bills, but it also signals wear in the tap's internal components, washers, O-rings, ceramic disc cartridges, or valve seats. Fixed Today repairs leaking taps by disassembling the tap body, inspecting the worn parts, and replacing them with correct-specification components. Mixer taps and sensor-operated taps require different parts and tools compared to traditional pillar taps, but the diagnostic process is similar: identify what's failed, source the replacement, and test for leaks once reassembled.

In practice, washers perish from constant compression and release cycles, O-rings dry out and crack over time, and ceramic disc cartridges can chip if grit enters the tap body. Dripping taps often worsen gradually, a few drops per minute becomes a steady stream if left unattended. That progression accelerates water waste and can stain sinks or basins if the drip contains mineral content.

We carry common tap parts in the van, which allows same-visit repairs for standard tap brands. If a part needs ordering, such as a specific cartridge for an imported designer tap, we explain the lead time and can fit a temporary solution to stop the leak while the correct part is sourced. Once the repair is complete, we test the tap under normal operating pressure and confirm no residual drips before leaving.

If your tap drips constantly, requires excessive force to turn off, or sprays water from the base when turned on, those are signs the internal seals have failed. A quick repair now prevents larger water bills and avoids the need for a full tap replacement later.

Shower leaks and installation faults create water damage that spreads beyond the visible leak point, moisture seeps through grout lines, saturates waterproofing membranes, and eventually reaches timber framing or ceiling spaces below. Fixed Today addresses shower issues by identifying the fault (cracked tiles, degraded grout, failed silicone seals, or faulty mixer cartridges), then repairing or replacing the affected components to restore water containment and function.

A common shower fault pattern involves water escaping around the base of the screen or through the hob, which indicates the waterproofing membrane beneath the tiles has failed or wasn't installed correctly during the original build. Repairing this properly requires removing tiles in the affected area, re-waterproofing the substrate, and retiling to match the existing finish. If the leak is less severe, such as a dripping showerhead or a mixer that won't hold temperature—the repair involves replacing internal cartridges or washers and testing under normal water pressure.

All shower repair and installation work must comply with AS 3740 waterproofing standards, which specify membrane type, overlap requirements, and penetration sealing methods. We follow those standards when completing structural shower repairs, and provide documentation where compliance certification is needed for insurance claims or strata records.

If your shower leaks into the room below, shows visible mould around the base, or produces inconsistent water temperature, those symptoms suggest a fault that will worsen over time. A timely assessment confirms the extent of the problem and prevents more expensive rectification work later.

Gas work in South Wentworthville requires a licensed gas fitter due to the safety risks involved, leaks, incomplete combustion, and carbon monoxide hazards. Fixed Today Plumbing holds a current NSW gas fitting licence (part of our 305428C licence), and all gas repairs and installations comply with AS/NZS 5601.1 gas safety standards. That includes pressure testing the system after any work to confirm it's gas-tight, and issuing a compliance certificate where required by regulation.

The distinctive odour added to natural gas (mercaptan) is designed to alert you to leaks, but not all gas faults are immediately obvious, slow leaks behind walls or under floors may only show up as higher-than-normal gas bills or a faint smell near appliances. We use combustible gas detectors and thermal imaging to locate leak sources without invasive investigation, then isolate the affected section, repair or replace the faulty component, and re-test the entire system before restoring gas supply.

Gas appliance installations, cooktops, ovens, hot water units, space heaters, and barbecue points, follow strict clearance and ventilation requirements to prevent heat buildup and ensure safe exhaust venting. We confirm appliance compatibility with the gas type (natural gas or LPG), check burner operation and flame colour once connected, and provide operating instructions where needed.

If you smell gas, hear a hissing sound near an appliance, or notice soot buildup on burners, isolate the gas supply at the meter (if safe to do so), ventilate the area, and call us immediately for an emergency assessment. Gas leaks are urgent situations that require professional attention to make the system safe.