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The Best Plumbers in Lower Hutt

Updated 7 September 2024
​Summary:
  • Homeowners all over Lower Hutt 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 plumber in Lower Hutt 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 Lower Hutt 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. 

Our Lower Hutt plumbing services guide covers:​​
MoneyHub's Top Trusted Lower Hutt Plumber
  • Our research highlighted the leading plumbers in Lower Hutt who deliver exceptional results for their clients.
  • We suggest contacting Natoli Plumbing & Drainage - our top plumber has proven reviews and has delivered outstanding results to Lower Hutt residents just like you.
  • Contacting a plumber by phone is the best way to kick off your project—discuss your plans and learn how to achieve the desired results.
​

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 Lower Hutt. 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:
  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. 

​How can I get the best price for my plumbing work?

  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.

How do I pay a plumber?

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.

MoneyHub's Top Trusted Lower Hutt Plumber
  • Our research highlighted the leading plumbers in Lower Hutt who deliver exceptional results for their clients.
  • We suggest contacting Natoli Plumbing & Drainage - our top plumber has proven reviews and has delivered outstanding results to Lower Hutt residents just like you.
  • Contacting a plumber by phone is the best way to kick off your project—discuss your plans and learn how to achieve the desired results.

Reliable Lower Hutt Plumbers Available Right Now


​Our list below, which is no particular order, covers Lower Hutt and Petone. We have selected these based on their history of longstanding service within Lower Hutt, location and data extracted from internet reviews on Google Business, Facebook, TradeMe Services and other data points.

Natoli Plumbing & Drainage

Areas served: Island Bay in Wellington, Hutt Valley, and Porirua
Base: Lower Hutt, Wellington
Hours: Mon to Fri 6:30am - 5pm 
Urgent/After Hours Available? Yes
Google Review Rating: 5.0/5
Facebook Page: Natoli Plumbing & Drainage
Website: Natoli Plumbing & Drainage
​Email address: [email protected]
Phone: 027 569 3835

Customer Feedback:
  • Quick response and great communication regarding the problem.
  • Explains the issues in a manner that the client can understand
  • Provides efficient and professional services 
  • Prompt and detailed with the client’s requests 
  • Quotes reasonable prices 

Pros:
  • Organises third-party contractors if needed
  • Certified plumber and drain layer
  • Master Plumber accredited

Cons:
  • Different working hours per day
  • Charging call-out fees before 7 am after 5 pm and during holidays

Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Provides 24/7 emergency services
  • Fully equipped to handle all interior and exterior plumbing needs
  • With 10 years of experience with plumbing and drain laying 
  • Installs or repairs hot water systems
  • Does drain laying requirement, including blocked drains
 

Jason Brown Plumbing and Gas

Areas served: Petone, Lower Hutt and Wellington
Base: Petone, Lower Hutt
Hours: 24/7
Urgent/After Hours Available? Yes
Google Review rating: 4.8/5
Facebook Page: Jason Brown Plumbing and Gas
Website: Jason Brown Plumbing and Gas
Email address: [email protected]
Phone: 04 566 6367
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Responsive to client’s inquiries 
  • Assists client to find trusted suppliers
  • Shows sense of urgency for emergency services 
  • Arrives on time as scheduled 
  • Provides useful and informative advice for future reference
  • Staffs are well-trained and knowledgeable
 
Pros:
  • Master Plumber accredited 
  • Provides experts advice online
 
Cons:
  • There may be some delays receiving a requested quote
 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Founded by Jason and Kirstie Brown
  • Provides 7 Points Satisfaction Guarantee
  • Provides plumbing services for commercial construction, commercial maintenance and plumbing for shop and office fit-outs 
  • Offers a full range of drain laying services
  • Offers all gas-related work including gas hot water installations, appliance installations and gas line installations
  • Provides the best gas heating options for new build or renovation project 
  • Supplies and repairs all top brands including Bosch, Rinnai, Rheem, etc.
  • Conducts preventative maintenance plan for a plumbing
  • Installs and renovates bathrooms, showers, vanities, etc. 

Plumb-Bing Ltd

Areas served: Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt & Wellington
Hours: Mon to Fri 7:30 a.m – 5:00 p.m
Urgent/After Hours Available? By appointment only
Google Review rating: 5.0/5
Facebook Page: None
Website: Plumb-Bing Ltd
​Email address: [email protected]
Phone: 027 4166 584

Customer Feedback:
  • Handles urgent job efficiently and professionally 
  • Shows a can-do attitude even with complex jobs
  • Provides a quick and reliable solution to client’s concerns
  • Gives honest and reliable recommendation to resolve the issue 
  • Tradesmen are knowledgeable and competent in resolving any job assigned 
 
Pros:
  • Skilled and registered tradesmen
  • Servicing hospitals and medical laboratories 
  • Calls the customers for detailed transaction
 
 
Cons:
  • Master Plumber guarantee not specified on the website 
 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • An authorised and certified plumber, gas fitter and drain layer in Lower Hutt 
  • Offers all plumbing services from simple to complex job
  • Provides gas fitting services such a new installation, maintenance ad leak detection 
  • Offers repairs and alteration of any drain laying services
  • Uses CCTV to inspect drains 
  • Provides central heating services and maintenance 
  • Fixes and services all makes and models of water heaters, gas, electric and solar
MoneyHub's Top Trusted Lower Hutt Plumber
  • Our research highlighted the leading plumbers in Lower Hutt who deliver exceptional results for their clients.
  • We suggest contacting Natoli Plumbing & Drainage - our top plumber has proven reviews and has delivered outstanding results to Lower Hutt residents just like you.
  • Contacting a plumber by phone is the best way to kick off your project—discuss your plans and learn how to achieve the desired results.

Harbour City Plumbing

Areas served: Wellington, Lower Hutt and Porirua area
Base: Waterloo, Lower Hutt
Hours: 24 Hours 
Urgent/After Hours Available?Yes
Google Review rating: 4.7/5
Facebook Page: Harbour City Plumbing
Website: Harbour City Plumbing
Email address: [email protected]
Phone: 022 466 4444
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Provides quick and reasonable service rates
  • Fixes even the complex job with efficiency
  • Handles emergency services calmly and professionally 
  • Responsive to client’s inquiries
  • Sends professional and registered tradesmen to fix a job
 
Pros:
  • Operates 24/7
  • Offers emergency services with competence 
  • Master Plumbers accredited 
  • Considers client’s recommendations and needs
 
Cons:
  • None
 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Supports a wide range of residential and commercial customers for all plumbing, gas fitting and drain laying services
  • Uses CCTV for drain inspection
  • Replaces damaged, broken drains, blocked gully traps, earthenware, etc.
  • Handles drain clearing services 
  • Offers complete bathroom builds 
  • Provides plumbing installation, maintenance and replacement

Accrete Plumbing and Gas Ltd

Areas served: Lower Hutt area
Base: Wainuiomata, Lower Hutt
Hours: Mon to Fri 7:30 p.m – 5:00 p.m
Urgent/After Hours Available? Not specified
Google Review rating: 4.9/5
Facebook Page: Accrete Plumbing and Gas Ltd
Website: Accrete Plumbing and Gas Ltd
​Email address: [email protected]
Phone: 027 6329 338
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Provides helpful and friendly reminders to a client for future reference 
  • Finishes the job quickly and efficiently 
  • Responses fast to client’s inquiries 
  • Provides informative recommendations to fix the job
  • Handles a job professionally and with quality results 
 
Pros:
  • Offers competitive free quotation
 
Cons:
  • Emergency services not specified on the website 
 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Certified plumbers, gas fitters and drain layers with 25 years of collective experience 
  • Provides plumbing maintenance, installation, replacement and alteration
  • Installs, repairs and replaces appliances
  • Handles general maintenance and installation of gas fitting services
  • Installs, replaces and repairs gas water heating services 
  • Offers plumbing services for new homes and commercial buildings

L.B. White Ltd

Areas served: Lower Hutt area
Base: Alicetown, Lower Hutt
Hours: Mon to Fri 7:30 a.m- 5:00 p.m
Urgent/After Hours Available? Yes
Google Review rating: 4.9/5
Facebook Page: L.B. White Ltd
Website: L.B. White Ltd
Email address: [email protected]
Phone: 04 587 1023
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Works efficiently with quality results 
  • Provides considerable options to a client 
  • Finishes the job with professionalism while staying friendly
  • Provides expertise to resolve complex jobs 
  • Tradesmen are certified and registered plumber 
 
Pros:
  • Certifying plumbers and gas fitter 
  • Master Plumbers and Gas Fitter accredited 
  • Associated with Rheem 
  • Warranty Guaranteed
 
Cons:
  • No weekends operation 
  • Offers emergency services for serious jobs only  
 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • L.B. White Ltd are certifying plumbers and gas fitters who’ve been in the industry since 1969
  • They operate a sheet metal shop and have been a Rheem Service Centre since 1986
  • Offers all plumbing maintenance, repairs and installations in commercial and domestic areas
  • Helps arrange for a gas meter to be installed
  • Installs and services all pipework and appliances from the meter
  • Installs and replaces gas cooking appliances and gas-powered hot water heating
  • Installs, repairs and surveys backflow preventer
  • Repairs and installs roofs and flashing 
  • Installs new roofing
MoneyHub's Top Trusted Lower Hutt Plumber
  • Our research highlighted the leading plumbers in Lower Hutt who deliver exceptional results for their clients.
  • We suggest contacting Natoli Plumbing & Drainage - our top plumber has proven reviews and has delivered outstanding results to Lower Hutt residents just like you.
  • Contacting a plumber by phone is the best way to kick off your project—discuss your plans and learn how to achieve the desired results.

Where to buy plumbing supplies in Lower Hutt for DIY repairs


If you are happy for a bit of DIY, in many cases it can be very easy to resolve minor plumbing work and avoid the expense of a plumber. For example, a loose tap, blocked sink or toilet, or leaking shower head can be surprisingly easy to fix. The main tools you’ll need are:
  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):
⚠️​ Disclaimer: MoneyHub.co.nz may have financial relationships with some businesses listed on this page due to their acceptance of our invite for additional promotion. We stand by the businesses we work with and believe them to be among the best. The pricing information provided is for informational and guidance purposes only and may not accurately represent the actual quotes or final bills for individual services. Our list should not be considered comprehensive. Please research and obtain quotes directly from a range of businesses to ensure accurate pricing and suitability for your needs.