Blocked drains or toilets, burst pipes or water leaks, no hot water, when you’ve got plumbing problems that need fixing quickly we are the people to call. Our Houghton team of experienced and well trained plumbers can respond 24/7. Our plumbers have fully stocked vehicles meaning we are able to sort out most problems when we come to you.
Whatever your plumbing emergency, phone today, we are standing by to take your call to help solve your plumbing issue.
It is the worst moment when your bathroom faucet has started leaking, or the hot water heater has stopped working, or the toilet is clogged. Leaks, broken tapsfaucets, hot water cylinders and blocked drains may all make your life a misery.
A plumbing crisis can be a major inconvenience, and they have a propensity to happen at the worst possible moment. We all know how annoying it can be, and that’s why we aim to answer your phone and get there as fast as we can, whatever the time or day.
No matter the time, call us and our On Call plumbers will respond right away. We’ll be there fast, and resolve your Houghton emergency plumbing problems efficiently and speedily so that your life can get back to normal.
Our highly trained plumbers have the knowledge, equipment and parts to fix plumbing problems of all types quickly and economically. We’ve been looking after customers in the Houghton area for years, and our loyal customers keep coming back because they know we will do an efficient and tidy job.
We are also here for normal plumbing work in addition to emergency plumbing, so call or email our office and our friendly dependable staff will help you out. Don’t let your plumbing stress you. Day or night, whatever the plumbing emergency, we’ll do our best to solve your plumbing requirements. We’re ready for your phone call and ready to go at this time.
I have a plumbing emergency, what do I do?
Safety first! Electricity and water do not play nice together, so switch the electricity off at the power panel if needed first.
Many appliances and fixtures have isolating valves that can be turned off. For example, the toilet will have an isolating valve below or beside the cistern. If you cannot find a tap, or that doesn’t stop the leak, then turn off the mains isolating valve to stop all water to your home.
Once that is done, give our plumber a ring, whatever the day or time is. We will be there promptly to fix the leak.
While you wait for our plumber to arrive, begin cleaning up any water, put a bucket to catch drips, and remove significant things from the affected area. If the mains water is turned off, then also switch off the heating for the hot water.
Help, I do not know where the main water shutoff valve is!
The primary isolating valve will normally be on the boundary of your property near the road. It is typically set into the ground below a blue or black plastic cover.
The toilet has its own tap behind the toilet bowl.
When your drains are overflowing, you need help quickly. Our emergency Houghton plumbers understand how overwhelming and damaging clogged drains can be, and we are ready to get them cleared again.
A blocked pipe is a serious predicament, especially if it involves sewage. If you’re lucky, you can unclog it yourself using a plunger. However if you can’t, you need assistance quickly. Let’s face it, a blocked or overflowing toilet or sewer is something none of us ever want to lay eyes on, or smell!
Whether your toilet is overflowing, your sink won’t empty, or your stormwater drain is flooding the yard, we will arrive at your abode rapidly to resolve the issue. Our knowledgeable plumbers will get the water running where it is meant to go and tidy up the mess.
Our vans are well equipped, so we can normally fix everything on the spot. In the rare case that we can’t, we’ll temporarily solve the complication to minimise further damage and return with what is needed as soon as we can.
I have a plunger, can I unclog it myself?
If you have a plunger, it's a good idea to try to unblock a blockage yourself. We suggest using a plunger with a long handle, particularly for the toilet, so you can stay out of the splash zone. Chemicals are not suggested as they seldom work well and can cause damage to the pipes.
Don’t let obstructed pipes ruin your day. Ring our urgent Houghton emergency plumbing team right away!
You often do not realise how frequently we count on easy fast hot water until it is not there any longer. Just finished up in the garden and really want a shower? Want to take care of a few dishes? The last thing you want is to turn on the water and discover it’s barely warm.
When your hot water isn’t giving you that warm feeling, you need it remedied promptly. Whether the heating element has blown, the thermostat is faulty and the water is luke warm or boiling hot, there is a leak, or the tank is always overflowing, you need it working again quickly so you can get back to normal life.
Did you know around 30% of the average household electricity bill is used for hot water heating? A leak can suddenly send your power bill through the roof. Leaks can also cause a lot of damage to your home and to things stored nearby. Do not let hot water catastrophies damage your wallet, get them fixed quickly.
When you realise the water is too cold or hot, or there’s a leak in your hot water system, call our Houghton emergency plumbers as soon as you can. We will get the hot water working again quickly. If you find a lot of water leaking, turn off the water at the mains tap, and also switch off the heating element, until our plumbers arrive.
If you need a replacement hot water cylinder, our plumbers can assist in picking the best option for your budget, needs and location. If the whole hot water system requires improvements, our plumbers can organise to do those repairs in a timely manner as well.
Big or small, hidden subterranean or within the floor, wall or roof, the various pipes in your home are a hidden but significant part of your everyday activities. They carry fresh water to your residence, and transfer dirty water and sewage away.
Once there is a problem though, it’s the most important thing on your mind. A leak or burst pipe can be serious stuff, and you want it repaired immediately to prevent damage to your house, your furnishings and even your well-being.
The moment a leak is discovered, give us a call, and our emergency plumbers will be with you quickly. Our team are ready to take your call 24/7. Before they get there, it is probably a wise idea to turn off the main water valve to the house to minimise yet more flooding.
How did the pipe fail?
Pipes can fail and begin to leak for a range of reasons. If you live in an older residence, they might simply be old and past their use-by. If you live in a very cold region, they might have frozen and split. In a new home, there may be a problem with how they were installed. Underground seals might have been forced open by tree roots trying to get to water and nutrients.
Once the on call plumber is present, they can locate the issues and repair them in a prompt and professional manner.
Do you have a faucet that will not turn on or off, drips, leaks into the cabinets, or is simply defective?
Over the years, we have learned that even a dripping tap can be a significant annoyance. Something that can go unnoticed in the brouhaha of every day life suddenly sounds like someone playing the bongos at 2am, disturbing your shuteye.
It is not just frustrating drips though. Leaks can drive up the water bill, and also your power bill if it is hot water. Not only that, if water is getting down into the cabinetry or onto the floor and causing damage, that negligible tap leak can end up putting a huge dent in your wallet.
Whether you need a whole new tap, or simply a washer that needs replacing, our professional on call plumbers can rapidly locate the trouble and resolve it. We even carry a small selection of taps and faucets in their van to pick from, or can put in a temporary one if required.
As well as serving Houghton with emergency plumbing of all kinds, our plumbers are available for non-urgent maintenance and installation work. Day or night, no job is too big or minor.
Can I stop the dripping sound temporarily so I can get some peace and quiet?
Find a piece of string of some type, and knot it onto the faucet spout so that it dangles down to the base of the skink or basin. The drips will run along the twine and trickle off quietly.
Our team has many years of combined experience providing plumbing services for the residents of Houghton. Our many happy repeat clients prove our reputation for expert, quality, affordable work. We aim to help you with your emergency and day to day plumbing issues rapidly and efficiently.
When you find a plumbing emergency, we are on standby to save the day. We will be at your home rapidly to do professional repairs quickly and efficiently, and leave the spot tidy and clean before we go.
We offer Houghton residents emergency plumbing services any time of the day or night, as well as day to day maintenance and repairs. We’ve seen it all, and have pride in our reputation for stress free solutions for all your plumbing needs.
When you call our emergency line, you’ll speak directly to a plumber, not an answering service. We might even be able to help you resolve your problem over the phone. If not, our plumber will be there rapidly in a fully stocked van to get it sorted as fast as possible.
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