Burst Pipes Kew East
Looking for burst pipe repairs in Kew East? Burst and split pipes stopped, repaired and pressure tested, 24/7. One call to (03) 8338 4593 and a plumber is on the way.
- Licensed & insured
- Fixed upfront prices
- 24/7, no call centre
What's usually behind it in Kew East
Mains pressure in parts of Kew East can be high, and without a pressure limiting valve, older copper lines are more likely to split.
A burst pipe can do thousands of dollars of damage in an hour. Shut the water off at the meter and call us. We isolate the line, repair or replace the damaged section and pressure-test the system before we leave. For Kew East customers, that usually means same-day service.
Kew East is mostly quiet residential streets of 1950s and 60s homes, many now on their second or third hot water unit.
When to call
- Water spraying or gushing from a pipe
- A sudden drop in water pressure
- Water stains spreading on ceilings or walls
- Banging or rattling in the pipes
- Wet ground or a sinkhole along the water line
Burst Pipes work we do in Kew East
- Burst copper and PEX pipes
- Split galvanised pipes
- Underground water main repairs
- Ceiling and wall leaks
- Water hammer fixes
- Pressure limiting valves
- Pipe replacement
- Pressure testing
How a Kew East job runs
Shut off
We talk you through finding and turning off your water meter while we're on the way.
Expose
We open up only as much as needed to reach the damaged pipe.
Repair
The section is repaired or replaced with new pipe and fittings.
Test
We pressure-test the line and check for any other weak spots nearby.
Around Kew East
Our vans are often around Kew East shops, Hays Paddock and the Yarra Bend trails, so Kew East jobs slot in quickly.
Kew East is in the City of Boroondara, about 8 km east of the CBD, in Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
- Postcode
- 3102
- Council
- City of Boroondara
- Housing
- Post-war brick veneer homes on bigger blocks
- Area
- Eastern Suburbs
Other services in Kew East
Burst Pipes in Kew East: common questions
Where is my water meter?
In Kew East, it's usually at the front boundary, often near the footpath or in a small pit. We can help you find it over the phone.
Will insurance cover a burst pipe?
Many policies cover sudden damage from a burst pipe but not the pipe repair itself. We provide a report to help with the claim.
Can you fix it at night?
Yes. We attend burst pipes 24/7.
Why did my pipe burst?
Common causes are age and corrosion, high water pressure, and ground movement. We'll tell you what caused yours.