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Leichhardt Plumbing Services – Ready Set Plumb

Plumber in Leichhardt

Got a plumbing problem in Leichhardt? We get it sorted. Ready Set Plumb has been helping Inner West locals for over 22 years, and we know this area like the back of our hand. No call-out fees, upfront pricing, and we guarantee our work. Simple as that.

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

Our Plumbing Services in Leichhardt

Blocked Drains — We use CCTV cameras to find the blockage, then clear it with high-pressure jet blasting or root cutting. Fast and thorough.
Hot Water — Repairs and replacements for electric, gas, solar, and heat pump systems. We work with Rheem, Rinnai, Dux and more.
Gas Plumbing — Licensed gas fitters for cooktop hookups, bayonet points, leak detection, and compliance certificates.
Pipe Relining — Fix cracked or collapsed pipes without digging up your yard. No mess, 50-year warranty.
Taps & Toilets — Dripping taps, running toilets, mixer upgrades. Quick fixes that save you money on your water bill.
Leak Detection — Electronic and thermal imaging to find hidden leaks in walls, under floors, and in underground pipes.
Strata Plumbing — Common property maintenance for apartment blocks and townhouse complexes.
Commercial Plumbing — Keeping Leichhardt’s restaurants, cafes, and businesses running with scheduled maintenance and fast repairs.
Residential Plumbing — Everything from bathroom renos and kitchen fit-outs to everyday maintenance and repairs.

About Leichhardt

Leichhardt is one of the most recognisable suburbs in the Inner West. About 5km from the city, Norton Street is the heart of it. Sydney’s Little Italy with its cafes, restaurants, and gelato shops. The housing is a dense mix of Victorian terraces, Federation cottages, interwar bungalows, and newer strata developments.

Most of the older homes date back to the 1880s and 1890s. Original earthenware and cast iron drainage that has copped a beating over the decades. The shale and clay soil around here expands and contracts with the seasons, which puts constant stress on underground pipes and causes joint failures. Big figs and brush box along Norton Street and Balmain Road push their roots into every compromised sewer line they can find.

We have done a lot of work in Leichhardt. Heritage terraces, apartment blocks, commercial fit-outs along Norton Street. We know the plumbing here inside and out.

How much does a plumber cost in Leichhardt?

Plumbing costs in Leichhardt vary depending on the job. Simple repairs like a leaking tap start from $80–$150, while more involved work such as hot water system replacements can range into the hundreds. We provide a free on-site assessment and fixed-price quote before any work begins — no hidden fees.

Do you offer emergency plumbing in Leichhardt?

Yes. Our emergency plumbers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week across Leichhardt and the Inner West. Whether it is a burst pipe at midnight or a gas leak on a public holiday, we respond fast with no after-hours surcharge on our call-out.

What causes blocked drains in Leichhardt?

Leichhardt’s Victorian and Federation-era homes are among the oldest in the Inner West, and the majority still rely on original earthenware sewer pipes that have cracked and shifted over more than a century. Tree root intrusion is the single biggest cause of drain blockages — the large fig trees and brush box trees along Norton Street, Balmain Road, and surrounding residential streets have extensive root networks that aggressively seek out moisture in damaged pipe joints. The shale and clay soils throughout Leichhardt also swell and shrink with seasonal moisture changes, further displacing pipe connections and accelerating deterioration.

Can you reline pipes in Leichhardt without digging?

Yes. Pipe relining repairs damaged pipes from the inside using epoxy resin, creating a seamless new pipe within the old one. There is no excavation required — ideal for Leichhardt properties with narrow terrace house frontages, established cottage gardens, and paved courtyards where traditional trenching would be disruptive and costly. All relining work comes with a 50-year warranty.

Do you charge a call-out fee in Leichhardt?

No. We offer a $0 call-out fee for all jobs in Leichhardt. We will come to your property, assess the problem, and provide a fixed-price quote at no cost. If you choose not to proceed, there is no obligation and no charge.