Urgent Plumber
Fawkner

24 Hour Plumber CBD & North Melbourne

Has the kitchen tap turned into a fountain? Has the sink started overflowing at an inappropriate time? No hot water, just as friends are due to arrive? Don’t let a leak, burst pipe, broken tap or hot water heater ruin your plans.

Plumbing emergencies wait for noone. They can cause significant problems at the most annoying time. This is why you want an emergency plumber you can rely on to be available when you phone. We will respond and get there as fast as possible, no matter what time of day it is.

Our Fawkner urgent plumbers are waiting right now for you to ring. We are prepared to resolve your problems so you can go back to enjoying life again. Our 24 hour service ensures you don’t need to wait, so just give us a call for plumbing help, any day of the year.

We’ve been serving Fawkner for years, and our highly trained plumbers know how, equipment and parts to resolve all sorts of plumbing jobs fast and efficiently. We’ll even clean up any mess we make prior to going.

As well as urgent plumbing, we also do every day plumbing. If you’ve got a non-urgent plumbing job, phone or email our office and we’ll make sure it gets sorted. Our friendly reliable team are ready and waiting to serve you.

FAQ: Urgent Plumbers

What do I do when a plumbing calamity hits?

Safety first! Electricity and water are not a good mix, so switch the electricity off at the switchboard if needed first.

A lot of appliances and fixtures have taps that you can turn off. For example, the toilet will have an isolating valve below or beside the cistern. If you cannot locate a tap, or that does not stop the leak, then turn off the mains water valve to cut off all the water to the residence.

Once that’s done, give our plumber a ring, whatever the day or time is. We’ll be with you rapidly to fix the leak.

In the meantime, start mopping up any water, place a container to catch any drips, and remove valuable possessions from the area. If the mains water is turned off, also switch off the heating for the hot water.

I do not know where the main water tap is!

The main isolating valve will normally be on the edge of your property close to the road. It is usually set into the ground underneath a blue or black cover.

It is also called an isolating valve, toby or stopcock.

Blocked Drains Solved

We understand a blocked drain can be a major problem. Whether it’s the kitchen sink, the toilet, or the gully trap beside the house, a clogged drain is never a happy circumstance. That is why our crew of urgent plumbers are waiting to solve your plumbing emergency.

A blocked pipe is a major problem, especially if it involves sewage. If you are lucky, you can fix it by yourself with a plunger. However if you can not, you need help quickly. Let’s face it, a clogged or overflowing toilet or sewer is something we ever wish to lay eyes on, or smell!

Our vans are well equipped to deal with any drain emergency. Whether it is a item blocking the toilet, or a clog in the shower, or something has gone terribly wrong with the sewage pipes, our on call plumbers will get things flowing again.

All our vans are well equipped, so we can normally fix everything right then and there. In the unlikely case that we can’t, we’ll temporarily solve the issue to prevent further damage and return with what is required as soon as possible.

Can I use a chemical drain cleaner?

If you've got a plunger, it is worth trying to remove a clog yourself. We suggest a plunger with a long handle, particularly for the toilet, so you can stand out of the splash zone. Chemicals are not suggested as they rarely do a good job and can cause damage to your pipes.

Don’t let obstructed pipes ruin your day. Ring our 24 hour Fawkner emergency plumbing team now!

Hot Water Problems

We generally take having hot water for granted, until it isn’t functioning correctly. Time to put grubby kids in the bath? Need a good soak to defrost following a chilly day? Have some of dishes to deal with? It is awkward to have a good clean when the water is not hot.

When your hot water has fallen short, give our team a ring. Our plumbers will be there promptly to identify the issue and fix it. From heating elements to defective thermostats to leaking cylinders, our plumbers can repair them and get you back to normal life.

Did you know around thiry percent of your home power bill goes to hot water heating? A leak may suddenly send your power bill through the roof. Leaks may also cause a considerable amount of damage to your residence and to things stored in the hot water cupboard. Do not let hot water calamities hurt your pocket, get them repaired asap.

When you discover the water is too cold or hot, or there’s a leak in the hot water system, call our Fawkner urgent plumbers immediately. We will get your hot water working again quickly. If there is a lot of water leaking, turn off the water at the mains tap, and also turn off the heating element, until our plumbers arrive.

If you need a new hot water cylinder, our plumbers can assist in picking the best option for your budget, requirements and area. If the entire hot water system requires upgrading, we can arrange to do those repairs in a opportune fashion as well.

Burst Pipes Solved Quick

The pipes in your residence are a normally concealed but indispensible part of daily activities. Big or small, in the earth, within the wall or the roof or under the floor, they carry fresh water to your home and take the dirty stuff away.

Ususally we do not even think of them. Not until something goes wrong, and all of a sudden we’re looking at a pool of water, or worse yet, sewage. And now it urgently needs to be repaired as soon as possible, to prevent damage to your residence, belongings and well-being.

Our urgent plumbers are set to get to you quickly, so ring us as soon as you find a burst pipe or leak of any sort. You can minimise further flooding by turning the water to the property off at the mains tap if required.

How did the pipe fail?

There are various reasons why pipes and taps can start to leak. If you reside in a very cold region, they might have frozen and split. They may simply be old and worn out. The pipes might not have been adequately sealed when the home was built. Tree roots may grow into underground junctions.

Our same day plumbers can identify and repair your damaged pipes or leaks expeitiously and expertly.

Tap Leaks Sorted

Do you have a tap that will not turn on or off, drips, leaks into the cupboards, or is altogether defective?

Over the years, we have found that even a dripping tap can be a serious vexation. Something that might go unnoticed in the hubbub of daily life without warning sounds like someone playing the bongos in the middle of the night, disturbing your sleep.

It is not only annoying drips though. Leaks can drive up the water bill, and also your power bill if it’s the hot water. And, if water is leaking into the cabinetry or onto the floor and causing damage, that little tap leak can end up putting a huge dent in your wallet.

Whether you just want a washer, or an entire new faucet, our on call plumbers have got what you require. All the vans are fully equipped with parts and carry a small choice of new taps and faucets to select from if required. If we do not have the faucet you require, our plumber can put in a temporary tap until we locate what you want.

From large to small, our Fawkner urgent plumbers can fix any plumbing crisis. Not just taps, we offer a broad selection of emergency and non-urgent plumbing services.

Can I stop the dripping noise temporarily so I can get some sleep?

If it’s not annoying enough to warrant fixing right now, you can place a folded tea towel or sponge underneath it to dampen the racket. Alternatively tie a length of string around the faucet spout sufficient to touch the base of the basin, so that the drips slide down instead of falling.

Comprehensive Urgent Plumbing Specialists