Copper, galvanised, PEX, or poly-B — whatever your pipes are made of, we repair and replace them. Fast response across Auckland.
Call Now — We'll Sort It 0800 322 322Pipes don't just leak for no reason. There's always an underlying cause, and understanding it determines whether a simple repair will last or whether the pipe needs replacing. Here are the most common causes we see across Auckland:
Copper has been the standard for quality plumbing in New Zealand for decades. It's durable, reliable, and we work with it every day. Leaks on copper pipes are usually at soldered joints or where the pipe has been physically damaged. Spot repairs on copper are straightforward and long-lasting.
Galvanised pipes were standard in homes built before the 1970s-80s. They corrode from the inside, building up rust that restricts flow and eventually eating through the pipe wall. A single leak on galvanised pipe usually means the rest is in similar condition. We often recommend replacing the full run rather than patching individual leaks.
PEX is the modern standard for residential plumbing. It's flexible, corrosion-resistant, and fast to install. Leaks on PEX are rare and usually occur at fittings rather than the pipe itself. When they do happen, the repair is quick.
Grey plastic pipe used widely in New Zealand in the 1980s and early 1990s. It degrades when exposed to chlorine in treated water, becoming brittle and prone to splitting without warning. If your home has poly-B, we strongly recommend replacing it before it fails. A planned repipe is far less disruptive and expensive than an emergency repair after a burst.
This is the question we get asked most. The answer depends on the pipe material and its overall condition:
We'll always be upfront about which option makes sense for your situation. We don't push unnecessary work, and we don't do patch jobs that won't last.
A burst pipe doesn't wait for business hours. If you've got water gushing, the first thing to do is turn off your toby at the property boundary — this shuts off the water supply to your entire home. Then call us on 0800 322 322.
We respond to emergency pipe repairs across Auckland. We'll locate the burst, isolate it, and carry out a repair that lasts. If the pipe needs replacing entirely, we'll get the water back on with a temporary repair and come back to do the full job.
Common signs include damp patches on walls or ceilings, mould growth, a musty smell, water stains, or your water meter running when nothing is turned on. A sudden drop in water pressure or a spike in your water bill can also indicate a hidden leak.
It depends on when the house was built. Pre-1980s homes typically have galvanised steel or copper. 1980s-1990s homes may have polybutylene (grey plastic). 2000s onwards usually have copper or PEX. We can tell you what you've got with a quick inspection.
A straightforward spot repair — cutting out the failed section and joining in new pipe — usually takes one to two hours including setup and testing. A full section replacement or repipe takes longer, typically half a day to a full day depending on the scope.
If one section has failed, the rest is likely in similar condition. You can replace them in stages if budget is a concern, starting with the most critical runs. But if you can do the lot at once, it saves on repeat callout costs and disruption.
It's not a health risk — the water is safe to drink. The risk is that poly-B degrades over time and can burst without warning, causing water damage. If your home has poly-B pipe, we recommend getting it inspected and planning a replacement before it fails on its own schedule.
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