Holmes Plumbing & Gas Limited is your trusted local contractor, serving Takapuna, Devonport, Milford, Albany, Browns Bay, Birkenhead, and surrounding Auckland areas. With over 15 years of experience, we provide reliable residential and commercial work with upfront pricing and guaranteed workmanship.
Licensed and experienced local plumbers
24/7 emergency plumbing services
Upfront pricing with no hidden fees
Same-day service available
Over 75 five-star customer reviews
Whether you need emergency solutions, maintenance, or new installations, our qualified professionals deliver quality results you can trust. We understand the unique challenges of local properties, from heritage home repairs in Devonport to modern builds in Mairangi Bay. Every job receives our professional care and attention to detail.
We are fully certified and licensed plumbers and gas fitters through the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board (PGDB), New Zealand's official regulatory body ensuring competency and safety in plumbing work.
Call 09 872 7676 for immediate assistance or request a free quote online.
24/7 Emergency Plumber
Round-the-clock emergency plumber available when urgent issues can't wait until morning. Our emergency team responds rapidly to burst pipes, major leaks, blocked toilets, and heating failures throughout Torbay, Northcote, Greenhithe, and surrounding areas. We understand that emergencies need immediate attention to prevent property damage and restore essential functions. Our fully stocked vans carry comprehensive materials for permanent solutions, not just temporary fixes.
Drain Cleaning
Professional blocked drain cleaning using advanced equipment to resolve all types of drainage blockages. We clear blocked toilets, kitchen sinks, shower outlets, and outdoor channels quickly and effectively, restoring proper water flow and preventing messy overflow situations. Our high-pressure water jetting equipment removes stubborn blockages, tree roots, and built-up debris that conventional methods can't handle. We also provide CCTV drainage inspection to identify underlying issues and preventative maintenance programs.
Burst Pipe Repair
Fast-response burst pipe repair for properties and businesses experiencing water emergencies. Our experienced plumbers locate and repair burst pipes quickly to stop water damage, then provide permanent solutions using materials that withstand the coastal environment. From heritage homes in Devonport to modern developments in Albany, we understand the unique challenges of local properties. Our team carries specialized equipment for quick leak detection and uses corrosion-resistant materials to prevent future pipe failures.
Hot Water Cylinder Installation
Complete hot water cylinder installation for properties requiring new or upgraded systems. We install all types of cylinders including electric, gas, and solar systems, ensuring proper sizing, positioning, and connection for reliable supply and energy efficiency. Our technicians assess your household's specific needs, considering factors like family size, usage patterns, and energy preferences. We work with leading brands and provide expert advice on the most suitable system for your property while meeting all safety standards and building codes.
Hot Water Cylinder Repair
Expert hot water cylinder repair to restore heating performance and fix common issues affecting homes. Our technicians address element failures, thermostat problems, leaking cylinders, and pressure issues, often providing same-day solutions. We diagnose problems quickly and carry common parts for most major brands, minimizing downtime and inconvenience. Rather than just treating symptoms, we focus on addressing root causes to ensure longer-lasting solutions and help extend your system's lifespan.
Toilet Installation
Professional toilet installation for bathroom renovations and upgrades. We handle complete toilet installations including modern water-efficient models, ensuring proper positioning, secure mounting, and reliable flushing performance with full compliance to standards. Our team assists with model selection based on your bathroom layout and personal preferences, considering factors like water efficiency ratings and style compatibility. We ensure proper waste line connections, water supply setup, and sealing to prevent leaks and odors.
Toilet Repair
Comprehensive toilet repair solutions to fix all common toilet problems affecting households. Our plumbers restore running toilets, weak flushing, leaking cisterns, and blocked toilet mechanisms quickly and affordably, restoring proper function and preventing water waste. We diagnose issues systematically, from simple washer changes to complex cistern mechanism work. We focus on restoring optimal flushing performance while maintaining water efficiency and carry replacement parts for most major brands.
Plumbing Leak Detection
Advanced leak detection using modern technology to locate hidden leaks without destructive digging or wall removal. Our leak detection specialists identify leaks behind walls, under slabs, and in underground pipes, enabling targeted solutions and preventing ongoing water damage. We use thermal imaging, acoustic detection equipment, and pressure testing to pinpoint leak locations accurately. This non-invasive approach saves you time, money, and property damage compared to traditional excavation methods.
Tap Installation
Professional tap installation for kitchen and bathroom upgrades throughout Auckland. We install various types of taps including mixer taps, sensor taps, and water-efficient models, ensuring proper connection, optimal water pressure, and reliable long-term performance. Our installation process includes careful assessment of existing systems, proper fitting selection, and professional connection to both water supply lines. We ensure optimal water flow and pressure while preventing leaks and ensuring compatibility with your existing system.
Tap Repair
Expert tap repair to fix dripping, stiff, or malfunctioning taps. Our specialists restore tap functionality including mixers, traditional taps, and specialty fixtures, replacing worn washers, cartridges, and seals to restore proper operation and eliminate water waste. We diagnose tap problems quickly and carry replacement components for most major brands. By addressing both visible symptoms and underlying causes, we deliver longer-lasting solutions and provide helpful guidance to help extend tap lifespan.
Shower Installation
Complete shower installation for bathroom renovations and new installations. We install shower systems, enclosures, and fixtures with proper waterproofing and drainage, ensuring reliable performance and preventing water damage in the humid climate. Our installation process includes careful planning of water supply lines, waste connections, and shower mixing valve positioning for optimal performance. We work with top-tier fixtures and ensure proper sealing and waterproofing to prevent leaks and water damage.
Water Tank Installation
Professional water tank installation for properties requiring water storage solutions. Our certified team handles complete installations including site assessment, connections, and pressure system setup, ensuring proper integration with existing infrastructure. We assess your property's specific needs, including tank size requirements, optimal positioning, and connection to your existing system. Our installation includes proper foundation preparation, secure mounting, overflow protection, and connection to your home's water supply system.
Shower Repair
Expert shower repair for properties addressing all common shower issues. Our certified team handle complete work including leak fixes, pressure adjustments, and component changes, ensuring proper functionality and optimal performance for lasting results. We diagnose shower problems systematically, from simple washer changes to complex valve and pipe work. Our approach focuses on restoring optimal water pressure and temperature control while preventing leaks and water damage. We use quality components and provide maintenance advice to help prevent future issues.
Gutter Downpipe Repair
Professional gutter downpipe repair ensuring proper drainage and water management. Our certified plumbers handle blockage clearing, pipe replacement, joint repairs, and water flow restoration, ensuring proper drainage and protection from water damage. We address all downpipe issues including blockages from leaves and debris, damaged joints, and worn pipe sections. We focus on restoring proper water flow while preventing overflow and property damage, using materials designed for coastal climate conditions.
Water Tank Repair
Professional water tank repair that addresses all tank-related issues. Our certified plumbers handle leak repairs, valve replacements, pressure system fixes, and structural maintenance, ensuring reliable water storage and optimal tank performance. We diagnose tank problems comprehensively, from simple valve adjustments to complex structural repairs. We focus on restoring proper water storage and pressure while preventing contamination and ensuring system reliability, using materials suited to the environment.
Our team brings specialized knowledge of the area's unique landscape:
We Know the Coastal Challenge: Salt air exposure affects outdoor fixtures differently than inland properties. We're experienced with corrosion-resistant materials and protective coatings that perform well in marine environments around Long Bay, Castor Bay, and Birkdale.
Every Home is Different: We work with the area's varied housing stock and understand building code requirements for different eras. Our local knowledge helps us diagnose problems more efficiently across different neighbourhoods.
From Waterfront to Hills: The area's varied elevation means we regularly work with properties from waterfront homes at sea level to hillside locations. This experience helps us properly assess water pressure requirements and recommend appropriate pump systems.
Our expertise includes working with Albany's newer developments, heritage properties in Devonport, and everything in between. We understand council requirements and can navigate approval processes for major work.
Gas Fitting Services
Professional gas fitting for residential and commercial properties throughout the North Shore, delivered by fully certified and licensed gasfitters with extensive experience in New Zealand gas systems. Our comprehensive gas work covers all aspects from new appliance installations and gas line extensions to emergency leak detection and repairs. We handle connections for gas cooktops, ovens, heating systems, and barbecues, ensuring complete safety and strict compliance with New Zealand gas regulations and safety standards. Our team uses advanced leak detection equipment and follows rigorous safety protocols to protect your property and family while delivering reliable, long-lasting gas solutions.
Heating Contractor
Comprehensive heating contractor specializing in complete heating solutions for North Shore residential and commercial properties. We install, repair, and maintain all types of heating systems including electric and gas units, heat pumps, and solar heating systems. Our experienced technicians provide energy-efficient heating solutions designed to reduce operating costs while ensuring reliable performance year-round. We offer 24/7 emergency heating repairs, system upgrades, and regular maintenance to maximize system performance and extend equipment lifespan, helping you maintain comfortable temperatures throughout your property while meeting New Zealand's energy efficiency standards.
Drainage Services
Specialist drainage solutions utilizing advanced equipment and modern techniques to resolve all types of drainage issues across the North Shore region. Our drainage experts handle everything from simple blocked drains and toilet blockages to complex pipe relining, drain excavation, and complete drainage system installations. We use high-pressure water jetting, CCTV drain inspection cameras, and trenchless repair technologies to efficiently diagnose and resolve drainage problems while minimizing property disruption. Our preventative maintenance programs help identify potential issues before they become costly emergencies, ensuring efficient water flow and protecting your property investment.
Water Damage Restoration Services
Rapid response water damage restoration for North Shore properties experiencing plumbing-related water damage, available 24/7 for emergency situations. Our emergency response team provides immediate leak detection and repairs, comprehensive damage assessment, and complete restoration to minimize property damage and health risks associated with water intrusion. We coordinate with insurance companies, use professional moisture detection equipment, and implement rapid drying techniques to prevent mould growth and structural damage. Our restoration process includes temporary repairs, permanent solutions, and follow-up inspections to ensure your property is fully restored while preventing future incidents.
Bathroom Renovation Plumbing
Specialized bathroom renovation plumbing for North Shore bathroom remodels, upgrades, and complete renovations of all sizes and complexity levels. We handle all plumbing aspects of bathroom renovations from initial design consultation and permit applications to final fixture installation and quality testing. Our team includes relocating plumbing lines, installing new water supply and waste lines, connecting toilets, vanities, showers, bathtubs, and heated towel rails. We ensure seamless integration with your renovation timeline, coordinate with other trades, and provide expert advice on fixture selection and placement to maximize functionality while maintaining compliance with building codes.
Water Treatment Supplier
Comprehensive water treatment solutions and professional installation designed to improve water quality throughout your North Shore property, addressing common water issues like chlorine taste, hardness, and sediment. We supply and install advanced water filtration systems, water softeners, UV sterilization systems, reverse osmosis units, and backflow prevention devices tailored to your specific water quality needs and household requirements. Our water quality testing identifies contaminants and recommends appropriate treatment solutions to protect your family's health, extend appliance lifespan, and improve the taste and quality of your drinking water.
Kitchen Renovation Plumbing
Professional kitchen renovation plumbing for North Shore kitchen remodels, upgrades, and complete kitchen transformations requiring complex modifications. We handle all kitchen plumbing requirements including sink installations, appliance connections for dishwashers and garbage disposals, island configurations, and water line relocations. Our experienced team works closely with kitchen designers and renovation contractors to ensure proper planning and execution of modifications that support your new kitchen layout. We install water filtration systems, instant water taps, and ensure all connections meet current building codes while coordinating with your renovation timeline.
Septic System Services
Comprehensive septic system solutions for North Shore properties with onsite wastewater treatment systems, ensuring reliable operation and environmental compliance. Our septic specialists provide regular maintenance pumping, emergency repairs, new system design and installation, and mandatory compliance inspections required by local councils. We maintain all types of septic systems including conventional tanks, advanced treatment systems, and greywater systems. Our maintenance programs include tank pumping, system inspections, pump repairs, and distribution box work to prevent system failures that can cause environmental damage and costly property repairs while ensuring compliance with changing regulations.
Property Maintenance
Professional property maintenance solutions providing comprehensive care for North Shore residential and commercial properties through customized maintenance programs designed to prevent costly emergency repairs. Our maintenance includes routine inspections, preventative hot water system care, drain cleaning, toilet and tap maintenance, and compliance testing for backflow prevention devices. We maintain detailed records, provide priority emergency response for maintenance clients, and offer seasonal maintenance reminders to protect your property investment. Our proactive approach helps identify potential issues before they become expensive problems, extends equipment lifespan, and ensures reliable performance year-round.
Contact Your Local Contractor
Holmes Plumbing & Gas
26A Belmont Terrace
Milford
Auckland 0620
New Zealand
Phone: 09 872 7676
Email: [email protected]
Operating Hours:
Monday to Friday: 24 Hours
Saturday and Sunday: 0700 - 1700
Available 24/7 for urgent emergencies
Areas We Cover: Takapuna, Devonport, Milford, Albany, Browns Bay, Birkenhead, Mairangi Bay, Torbay, Northcote, Greenhithe, Glenfield, Long Bay, Castor Bay, Birkdale, and surrounding Auckland locations.
Get your free quote today - call now or use our online contact form for fast response to your needs. More information about our comprehensive home solutions and competitive price options available on request. Every job receives our professional care and attention, with a wide choice of solutions for your plumbing needs.