Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• inspect and locate the damaged or leaking pipe including behind walls and under floors

• trace and access the pipe using small access panels, chase or floorboard lifts as required

• isolate the water supply and fit temporary stops or valves to prevent further leakage

• cut out and replace the damaged section with compatible pipe and fittings and renew joints as needed

• pressure test the repair and check adjacent pipework for secondary leaks

• clear and remove waste, advise on any required reinstatement or drying, and provide a written report

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Most visible indoor pipe repairs take 1–2 hours. Repairs that require lifting floorboards, excavating outside, drying time or reinstatement typically take half a day to 1–2 days. Time is extended by locating buried services, needing permits, scaffolding or specialist drying and reinstatement

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• Are you a qualified plumber and can you show ID or membership of a trade body?

• Do you carry public liability insurance and can you provide a policy reference?

• Can you provide a written estimate that separates labour, materials and any excavation or reinstatement costs?

• Will you need permits, road or driveway access and who arranges those?

• What guarantee do you offer on the repair and on replacement parts?

How to Avoid Surprises

• make sure your stopcock is accessible and tell the trader where it is

• clear the work area and move fragile items away

• check for access restrictions, parking or road-closure permits for external works

• tell the tradie about known issues such as asbestos, previous repairs or buried services

• arrange for pets and children to be kept away; expect the tradesperson to wear PPE and manage contamination