Top 10 Best East Auckland Plumbers | Updated 2020

Ok now we got that out of the way, This is what’s in this article.

My East Auckland plumbing services guide covers:​​

• TLDR List (Including Phone number, Price and reviews )
• Our selection criteria so you know we’re fair
• How much does each plumbing company cost? (I called in all of them one by one)
• 10 Trusted Auckland Plumbers

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 Auckland. 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

A bill from a plumber is usually made up of a number of factors:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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’.
4. Find a local plumber – plumbers 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.
5. 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.

Most plumbers accept a range of payment methods, including

1. Direct Credit (internet banking)
2. Cheque
3. Cash with invoice
4. Credit Card via the plumber’s website (a surcharge may apply)
5. On-site Eftpos

Plumbers usually have strict payment terms, with 7 or 10 days standard.

1. Plunger – don’t muck around with a small one, get the biggest there is – more size = more pressure = faster problem solving  when it comes to unclogging sinks and toilets.
2. Wrench – to loosen and tighten pipes and taps
3. Plumber’s tape – to quickly seal minor leaks

​You can buy these plumbing supplies, and many other DIY pieces, from these plumbing stores (both online and in-store):

• Bunnings Warehouse – stores in Mt Roskill, Mt Wellington, Botany, Manukau, Grey Lynn, Glenfield, Takanini, New Lynn, Constellation Drive, East Tamaki, Avondale and Silverdale.
• Mitre10 – stores in Mt Wellington, Ponsonby, Glenfield, Onehunga, Botany, Manukau, Albany, New Lynn, Browns Bay, Takanini, Henderson and Whangaparaoa.