Homeowners all over Hamilton know the sinking feeling of finding a leaking pipe, faulty hot water heater, blocked sink, toilet or bathroom drainage. Not only is a plumbing problem inconvenient, but it’s also an almost-certain extra expense. The next step involves finding a reliable and trusted plumbers hamilton who can fix the problem as quickly as possible.
To help you and put you in the strongest position, we’ve handpicked a list of reliable, affordable and trusted plumbers in Hamilton to save you time and money. Our list of prices for various plumbing jobs helps pre-empt what you can expect to pay.
Many minor plumbing issues, such as blocked sinks, toilets and pipes, can be solved with DIY tools from Mitre 10 or Bunnings Warehouse. We outline three must-have items you can pick up for under $30 in total and avoid calling a plumber if you’re happy to sort out the problem yourself.
How much do plumbing services & repairs cost?
You may have a recommended plumber‘s contact stuck on your fridge, but that’s no indication of the cost. We have put together a useful guide to help you estimate what typical quick-fix plumbing services should cost you in and around Hamilton. Please note, the prices are for guidance only and quotes will vary based on the specific plumbing situation and individual work performed.
Kitchen
- Clearing a blocked kitchen sink: $125 to $200
- Installing a new basin: $125 to $250
- Replacing a tap or a leaking pipe: $100 to $200
- Bathroom
- Clearing a blocked toilet: $100 to $200
- Installing a new toilet: $200 to $500
- Repair of a toilet: $100 to $250
- Installing a new basin: $125 to $250
- Replacing a tap or a leaking pipe: $100 to $200
- Installation or replacement of faulty shower set: $150 to $300
- How does a plumber charge me?
A bill from a plumber is usually made up of a number of factors:
Labour charge – this is a set rate, exclusive of GST, often between $90 and $120 per hour. There will usually be a minimum first-hour charge.
Parts and materials – if the plumber has the parts in their van, or if they need to pick up something from a plumbing store, you will be charged for what’s required. There may be a markup as well.
Specialist equipment costs – if your job requires non-standard tools such as TV cameras, concrete cutters, wet back vacuums and similar, you will most likely pay an hourly charge on those.
Travel cost (this may be included in the labour charge) – if the plumber charges travel costs, this is usually charged from the time the plumber leaves for your home, to when they arrive back at their base after the job. This will also include the time it takes to visit a plumbing store to get any parts.
GST – the total of 1, 2, 3 and 4 above will be added, and GST (15%) charged on the total.
If you require a plumber to visit after hours (i.e. outside of 7am to 5pm), you will most likely pay either a call-out fee or a higher hourly charge.
Plumbing problem fixed itself? You will still need to pay.
If you call a plumber and they accept the job, you have committed to the service.
If the plumbing problem resolves itself before the plumber arrives at your property, you will still need to pay for the first hour, or whatever the minimum time the plumber charges per their terms of trade.
How can I get the best price for my plumbing work?
Turn off your water mains if there’s a leak – this gives you full control of the situation, and minimises the risk of urgently calling up the first plumber you find and getting ripped off.
Shop around – plumbing issues often lead to homeowners panic buying. Instead, approach a plumbing job like you would when buying a phone or car – be calm. Have a ring around and explain your plumbing needs, and ask for an estimate of the job, as well as the hourly cost, travel cost and parts markup percentage.
Know that prices and quotes will usually exclude GST – be sure to check – our GST calculator shows the total amount you’ll pay if you’re quoted ‘GST exclusive’.
Find a local plumber – plumbers hamilton often charge travel time, so the closer to your home is to the plumber and a plumbing store (if needed), the cheaper the labour cost. For this reason, you will also pay more if you are in an out-of-town property.
Know that an out-of-hours visit (i.e. 6pm to 7am, weekends) will often be more expensive than standard hours – check with the plumber before. If the job can wait, don’t pay a weekend or late-night surcharge if it can be sorted the next day.
How do I pay a plumber?
- Most plumbers accept a range of payment methods, including
- Direct Credit (internet banking)
- Cheque
- Cash with invoice
- Credit Card via the plumber’s website (a surcharge may apply)
- On-site Eftpos
- Plumbers usually have strict payment terms, with 7 or 10 days standard.
10 Reliable Hamilton Plumbers Available Right Now
Our list below, which is no particular order, covers Hamilton and the inner Waikato region. We have selected these based on their history of longstanding service within Hamilton, location and data extracted from internet reviews on Google Business, Facebook, TradeMe Services and other data points.
Website: https://jamarkplumbing.co.nz
Social Link:
https://www.facebook.com/jamarkplumbingnz
