Emergency Plumber Auckland — 24/7 Local After Hours Service

We aim to be on site in under 30 minutes anywhere in Auckland. Response Plumbing dispatches an emergency plumber 24/7, 365 days a year. Call 0800 877 586 and the nearest available plumber heads to your location immediately. Traffic, distance, and concurrent emergencies may affect exact response times.

After-hours rates start from $175/hr (5pm–7:30am, weekends and public holidays). Burst pipe repairs from $169, emergency drain unblocking from $249/hr, gas leak repairs from $250. We always provide an upfront quote before starting and never charge a call out fee. Public holiday rates are higher than standard rates and are disclosed before dispatching a plumber.

Burst pipes, major water leaks, gas leaks, sewage backups, blocked drains overflowing, flooding, no hot water in winter, overflowing toilets, water main breaks, leaking hot water cylinders, and any situation causing active property damage. If water is flowing where it shouldn't or you smell gas — it's an emergency. Call us immediately.

Turn off your mains water at the toby valve (usually at the front of your property with a blue or black cover) and call us on 0800 877 586. We dispatch any time, day or night, and most burst pipes can be isolated and temporarily repaired within an hour. Our vehicles carry comprehensive parts so most burst pipe scenarios are completed in a single visit, with permanent repairs the next day if a more involved fix is required.

No. We do not charge a call out fee — ever. No travel charge, no mileage fees within Auckland. You only pay for the work completed, and you get an upfront quote before we start.

Yes. Our certifying gas fitters are available 24/7 for gas emergencies including gas leaks, burning appliances, and gas meter issues. Gas leaks are our highest priority — we can detect, repair and certify gas leak repairs at any time of day or night. If you smell gas, call us immediately on 0800 877 586 and evacuate the property until we arrive.

For burst pipes, gas leaks and flooding — no. Waiting can cause thousands of dollars in water damage or put your family at risk. For minor leaks or dripping taps, morning is usually fine. Call us and we'll advise honestly whether it's urgent.

Yes. Every member of our team is a licensed, PGDB-registered tradesperson. We are certifying plumbers and certifying gas fitters — meaning we self-certify our own work to NZ building code standards. $5M public liability insured.

Turn off the water supply at the toby (the council valve at your property boundary, usually near the front fence). Turn off power to the affected area if water is near electrical outlets. Move valuables away from the water. Take photos for insurance. Don't try DIY fixes that might make damage worse.

Your main water shut-off (toby) is usually located at your property boundary, near the street or driveway entrance, inside a small plastic cover at ground level. Many houses also have an isolation valve where the water enters the building. Locate these now — don't wait until you need them in an emergency.

Emergency plumbing repair itself is usually not covered, but water damage from burst pipes, cylinder failures, or other plumbing emergencies is typically covered by home insurance. We provide detailed invoices and incident reports for insurance claims. Call your insurer as soon as reasonably possible after an emergency.

Most burst pipe repairs can be completed with minimal damage to walls or flooring. If the burst is in an accessible location we repair it directly. If it's inside a wall, we'll make the smallest access point possible and recommend a qualified builder for any wall repairs afterwards.

Yes. Response Plumbing operates 24/7, 365 days a year — including Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Easter, and all public holidays. Call 0800 877 586 any time, day or night, and a real person will answer and dispatch a plumber to your property immediately. Public holiday rates are higher than standard rates and are disclosed before dispatching.

Yes — we are a same day plumber in Auckland for both emergency and non-emergency work. Most jobs booked before 2pm can be completed the same day, and emergencies are attended in under 30 minutes regardless of time. Call 0800 877 586 to book a same-day appointment.