RATES
We keep things straight-up. No hidden costs, no nasty surprises. Just fair pricing for solid work that’s done properly, first time. Whether it’s a quick fix or a full-scale project, we’ll walk you through the numbers, work with your budget, and make sure you’re getting the best value for your dollar.
Because good plumbing shouldn’t be a guessing game and we reckon you deserve to know what you’re paying for.
OUR RATES
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PLUMBING & DRAINAGE
$95- $105+GST per hour
Minimum charge 1 hour, charged in 15 min increments thereafter
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GASFITTING
$105+GST PER HOUR
Minimum charge 1 hour, charged in 15 min increments thereafter
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AFTER HOURS & CALLOUTS
$200+GST First Hour
$130+GST Per Additional Hours
Plumbing, Gasfitting & Drainlaying
Minimum charge 1 hour, charged in 15 min increments thereafter
Weekdays: 5:00 PM – 7.00 AM (Unless Pre-booked and Scheduled)
Weekends: All Day (Unless Pre-booked and Scheduled)
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STATUTORY HOLIDAYS
$375+GST First Hour
$200 + GST Per Additional Hours
Plumbing, Gasfitting & Drainlaying
Minimum charge 1 hour, charged in 15 min increments thereafter
TRAVEL CHARGES & ZONES
ZONE 1
$25
ZONE 2
$45
ZONE 3
$65
FAQs
We’re all about keeping things upfront and easy to understand. Here’s how our rates and billing work , so you know exactly what you’re in for before we even knock on the door.
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Our time starts ticking once our tradie hits the road. Either heading to your place, picking up gear for your job, or rolling out from the workshop. If it’s an after-hours job, the clock starts when our on-call crew leaves home.
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Billable time wraps up once we leave your place and finish the paperwork.If we need to return gear to the workshop or a supplier to close out the job, we’ll stop the clock once that’s done.
After-hours- Time stops when our on-call tradie’s back home.
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Here’s how you can help us help you (and your wallet):
Give us a clear description of the issue
Send through photos via our online job request form , they’re gold.
OR Fire it through to:
admin@kowhaiplumbing.co.nz
Instagram or Facebook DM
The more we know before we show up, the faster we can get you sorted and that keeps the invoice nice and tidy. -
Minimum charge: 1 hour includes travel, vehicle costs, and the initial site visit.After that, we charge in 15-minute blocks.
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Licensed plumbers, gasfitters, and drainlayers. Top-tier tools and testing gear. Our own equipment for a huge range of jobs. Cloud-based app systems to log everything (yep, even photos of the job) No cowboys. No dodgy fixes. Just professional, tidy workmanship backed by systems that work.
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We can : Pop round and check it out
Price off a set of plans
Or give you some solid advice to get the ball rolling
For jobs under $500+GST, we usually run charge-up nice and easy. For bigger stuff like hot water cylinders, renos, or new builds, we’ll quote it extensively. -
You bet. Our crew includes licensed plumbers, gasfitters, and drainlayers all certified and up to date. No apprentices running wild, no cowboys on the tools. Just proper, qualified pros doing tidy, reliable work.
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Depends on the job. For smaller stuff, we can often squeeze you in within a day or two. For bigger projects like new builds or renos, the more notice, the better especially during peak seasons. Give us a bell and we’ll work it out with you.
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YES! We’re on call 24/7. If things have gone to sh*t, we’ll get someone on the road to help you out fast. Just call us on 027 555 1487.
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Always. Whether it’s charge-up or a quote, we’re transparent with pricing and happy to explain what’s what. No mystery invoices or vague charges just straight-up info and honest work.
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From leaky taps and blocked drains to gas installs, hot water systems, new builds and full-scale commercial plumbing we do it all. If it’s plumbing, gas, or drainage, chances are we’ve done it (and smashed it).
READY TO BOOK?
READY TO FLUSH OUT THE COSTS?
No guesswork, no bull.
Just a REAL quote from the crew who keep it flowing
Let’s get your pipes and price sorted.
No Leaks, No Surprises!
