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Kensington Plumbing Services – Ready Set Plumb

Plumber in Kensington

Plumbing issues in Kensington? We’ll have it sorted. Ready Set Plumb has been looking after homes, rentals and businesses across the Eastern Suburbs for over 22 years.

No call-out fee. Upfront pricing. Same-day service when you’re stuck.

Give us a call on 0485 000 670 for a free quote.

Our Plumbing Services in Kensington

Blocked Drains — CCTV inspections, jet blasting and root cutting. Kensington’s rental properties and older homes cop heaps of drain issues.
Hot Water Systems — Electric, gas, solar and heat pump. All brands. Same-day replacements when yours packs it in.
Gas Plumbing — Licensed gas fitters for installations, connections, leak detection and compliance certificates.
Pipe Relining — No-dig pipe repair for cracked and root-damaged pipes. Saves your garden and your wallet.
Taps & Toilets — Leaking taps, running toilets, new fixtures. Quick fixes that save you money.
Leak Detection — Thermal imaging and acoustic gear to find hidden leaks without ripping things apart.
Strata Plumbing — Heaps of apartment blocks in Kensington. We work with body corporates and property managers daily.
Commercial Plumbing — Cafes along Anzac Parade, businesses near UNSW. We keep your plumbing sorted so you can focus on work.
Residential Plumbing — Everything from minor repairs to full kitchen and bathroom renovations.

About Kensington

Kensington is right in the middle of the Eastern Suburbs, in the Randwick council area. UNSW and NIDA are the big landmarks here, which means there’s always strong demand for housing from students and young professionals.

Anzac Parade has the cafes and shops. The quieter streets branch off into tree-lined pockets of Federation homes, interwar cottages and older brick houses. About 76% of property sales are units, so there’s a lot of apartment living going on.

Many of the Federation homes along Doncaster Avenue and Bowral Street still have original clay sewer pipes and galvanised water lines from the early 1900s. Tree root intrusion and corrosion are constant problems. The high number of rentals means plumbing gets heavy use too. Blocked drains, leaking taps and dying hot water systems are what we get called out for most around here.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a plumber cost in Kensington?

Our Kensington plumbing services start with a $0 call-out fee. We provide upfront, fixed-price quotes before any work begins so there are no surprises. The cost depends on the job — a simple tap repair will differ from a full hot water system replacement. Call 0485 000 670 for a free quote tailored to your situation.

Do you offer emergency plumbing in Kensington?

Yes, we provide emergency plumbing services across Kensington and surrounding suburbs. Whether it’s a burst pipe in a Federation home on Doncaster Avenue or a blocked drain in a rental apartment near UNSW, our plumbers respond quickly to minimise damage and get your plumbing back on track.

What causes blocked drains in Kensington?

The most common causes of blocked drains in Kensington are tree root intrusion from the suburb’s abundant parkland trees into ageing clay sewer pipes, grease and fat build-up in older kitchen drains, and heavy use in rental properties causing faster accumulation of debris. Many Federation-era homes still have original 100-year-old clay pipes that are highly susceptible to root penetration and joint displacement. We use CCTV cameras to diagnose the problem and jet blasting to clear the blockage.

Can you reline pipes in Kensington without digging?

Absolutely. Pipe relining is ideal for Kensington properties where excavation would damage established gardens, driveways, or heritage features common in the suburb’s Federation homes. We insert a resin-impregnated liner into the damaged pipe, which cures to form a new pipe within the old one. It’s faster, less disruptive, and comes with a 50-year warranty.

Do you charge a call-out fee?

No. Ready Set Plumb offers a $0 call-out fee for all jobs in Kensington. You only pay for the work we do, with transparent pricing agreed before we start.