Emergency Plumbing

Certified Emergency & After
Hours Plumbing Services for Wellington, Lower Hutt, Upper
Hutt & Porirua

When a plumbing emergency strikes, you don’t have time to wait until morning. At Harbour City Plumbing, our certified emergency plumbers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to handle urgent plumbing issues across Wellington, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, and Porirua. Whether it’s a burst pipe, an overflowing toilet, or a hot water system failure, we respond fast and work efficiently to minimise damage and restore order. 

Why Choose Our Emergency Plumbing Services?

Plumbing emergencies don’t run on a schedule, so neither do we. Our team is on-call after hours, weekends, and public holidays to provide urgent plumbing solutions when other companies are off the clock. Here’s why we’re Wellington’s top after-hours plumbers:

  • Master Plumbers Certified

    Plumbing emergency at 2am? You don’t want guesswork. Our team is fully licensed, Master Plumbers certified, and trained to handle high-pressure situations.

  • Trusted and Reliable

    Middle of the night or early Sunday morning, when you call us, we turn up. We’ve earned our reputation by doing the job right, not cutting corners.

  • Quick Response Time

    Burst pipe? No hot water? Toilet flooding the bathroom? We don’t hang about. Our emergency team is ready to respond fast.

  • Local Expertise

    From ageing infrastructure to weather-worn pipes, we’ve seen it all. As locals, we know what breaks, and how to fix it properly, any time of day or night.

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Our After-Hours Plumbing Services

Burst Pipe Repairs

Burst pipes can cause serious damage fast. We isolate the leak, stop the flow, and repair the issue before it turns into a full-scale disaster.

Blocked Toilets & Drains

Toilets, sinks, or main drains refusing to flow? We use high-powered gear and practical experience to clear blockages quickly.

Hot Water Cylinder Repairs

No hot water at the worst time? We repair or replace hot water cylinders efficiently, so you're not left in the cold for long.

Leaking Taps & Fixtures

Dripping taps and leaking fixtures waste water and money. We stop leaks at the source, no matter the time of day (or night).

Gas Leak Detection & Repairs

Smell gas? Don’t wait. Our emergency plumbers locate the leak, make it safe, and carry out any required repairs without delay.

Toilet Repairs & Replacements

When it comes to toilets that won’t flush, won’t fill, or won’t stop—our emergency plumbing team can repair or replace it, fast and with minimal fuss.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are your emergency plumbers fully qualified and insured?

Yes, all our emergency plumbers are fully licensed, insured, and Master Plumbers certified, ensuring professional, safe, and reliable service around the clock.

In most cases, we can arrive within an hour, depending on your location. We prioritise emergencies and work hard to get there fast.

Yes, emergency rates apply, but we’ll always explain pricing upfront so there are no surprises. 

Absolutely. We’re equipped to handle urgent plumbing issues for both homes and businesses across the Wellington region.

Areas We Service

We’re proud to offer high-quality, local expertise to Wellington and its surrounding areas. By focusing on our community, we ensure tailored, reliable services that meet the unique needs of local homes and businesses in: 

  • Wellington City
  • Lower Hutt
  • Upper Hutt
  • Porirua

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