Plumber in Caloundra

Q: Is it normal for a plumber to charge a call-out fee?

Yes, plenty of plumbers charge a fee just to come out, on top of the work itself. Some drop it if you go ahead with the job, and some add a minimum charge as well. It's a fair thing to ask before anyone books a time, so you're comparing like with like.

Q: How do I know if I'm paying too much for a plumber?

Get the price in writing before the work starts, and check it lists the parts and the labour. Ask what happens if the job turns out bigger once it's opened up. If one quote is far cheaper than the rest, ask what it doesn't include, like taking away the old hot water unit.

Q: Can you do a water efficiency check on my rental?

Yes. We check the flow rate of every showerhead and internal tap, look for leaking taps and toilets, and tell you what needs changing for the property to count as water efficient under Queensland's rules. If a showerhead or tap is over the limit, we can replace it while we're there.

Q: Will a new hot water system fit in my unit's cupboard?

Usually, if you choose the right size. Measure the cupboard and the doorway the unit has to come through, because a new tank can be taller or wider than the old one. Slimline tanks are made for tight spaces. If your household needs more hot water than a tank that fits can hold, ask about other types of system.

Q: What should a landlord check before a new tenant moves in?

Look for dripping taps and toilets that keep running, and check that the hot water heats properly and every drain runs freely. If you want the new tenant to pay for water, check the property meets Queensland's rules for that first. A water efficiency check covers the taps, showerheads and toilets.

We plumb houses, units and rental properties across Caloundra, from hot water replacements and leaking taps to blocked drains and gas appliance connections. Blue Bourke Plumbing is based in Buderim. We book work Monday to Friday between 7:30am and 4:30pm.

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What does a plumber cost in Caloundra?

The price depends on the parts, the hours the work takes and how easy the pipes are to reach. Swapping a worn cartridge in a basin tap is a short job. A leak inside a wall behind finished tiles takes longer, because the wall has to be opened up and closed again.

We come and look, then give you the price in writing before we start, so you can say yes or no with the number in front of you. If you're comparing quotes, check that each one covers the same parts and labour, and ask whether there's a charge just to come out.

Rentals and older units in Caloundra

Water efficiency checks for rental properties

If you own a rental in Caloundra and want your tenants to pay for the water they use, Queensland's rules say the property has to be individually metered and water efficient: showerheads and the cold taps over basins, sinks and troughs flowing 9 litres a minute or less, and dual-flush toilets.

We do water efficiency checks for landlords. We measure the flow at each shower and tap, check the taps and toilets for leaks, and fit a water-saving showerhead or tap part wherever one is needed.

Hot water in an older unit

Caloundra has plenty of older unit blocks, and in a lot of them the hot water system sits in a cupboard, on a balcony or in a laundry nook. A new system has to fit that same space and connect to the pipes and power already there. So the size of the cupboard often limits which systems you can choose from.

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Chris was honest and reliable. Comparable quotes and honest opinion about what is necessary for the jobs. Will recommend to anyone.

Shrey S.January 2023

Chris was excellent could not fault anything Very neat and tidy work explained everything
Doug S.December 2022
Chris was a pleasure to deal with and turned up in time and was very likeable and trustworthy. Would recommend his services for sure Five stars all round I would say. Chris and Anita Lee Peregian Springs
Chris L.November 2022
Hired Blue Bourke Plumbing to install electric heat pump hot water system in place of bottled gas instantaneous gas heater. Plumber Chris attended promptly at the agreed time and performed the work carefully, cheerfully and professionally. There was a problem with missing parts from the delivery which he dealt with easily. We would recommend Blue Bourke Plumbing and have them booked in for our kitchen replacement.
Innes B.Hot water · November 2022

Getting a time in Caloundra

Yes, we come to Caloundra for small jobs as well as bigger ones. Ring 0413 291 781 or send the quote form with the address and what's going on, and we'll give you a day and a time to come and look.

If you're a landlord living somewhere else, tell us who can let us in, your tenant or your property manager, and who says yes to the price. For a unit, let us know the unit number and whether we need a key or a fob to get in.

Common questions about plumbing in Caloundra

Is it normal for a plumber to charge a call-out fee?

How do I know if I'm paying too much for a plumber?

Can you do a water efficiency check on my rental?

Will a new hot water system fit in my unit's cupboard?

What should a landlord check before a new tenant moves in?

Book a plumber in Caloundra

Send the quote form with your Caloundra address and what's happening, and add a photo if you have one. Or ring 0413 291 781 on a weekday.

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