Burst Pipe Repairs Perth
Joel Hunter
Burst pipe flooding your home? Shut off your water at the meter, then call Drip Hunters. Our licensed plumbers locate, contain and repair burst and leaking pipes across Perth, Rockingham and Mandurah, with a fixed price agreed before we start and no hidden costs. Acting fast is what keeps both the damage and the bill down.
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Burst Pipe Right Now? Do This First
- Shut off the water. Turn the mains stop tap or meter valve clockwise to stop the flow into the house.
- Drain the pipes. Open all taps and flush the toilets to clear the water left in the lines.
- Stay safe. If water is anywhere near power points or wiring, switch off the power at the meter box and keep clear.
- Protect your things. Move furniture, electricals and valuables away from the water and mop up what you safely can.
- Call a licensed plumber. Phone us on 0439 922 548. The faster we get there, the less damage you are left with.
Burst Pipe Repair Prices in Perth
We assess the burst, then give you a fixed price before any work starts. The cost depends mostly on where the pipe is and how hard it is to reach. Here is a guide.
Accessible pipe repair
An exposed or easy-to-reach burst, for example under a sink or in the open. The quickest, cheapest fix.
Burst pipe in a wall or floor
A burst hidden behind a wall or under the floor, where we need to open up to reach and repair the pipe.
Underground or under-slab
A burst in an underground line or beneath the concrete slab, located with care to keep digging to a minimum.
Pipe replacement / repipe
Replacing a failed or corroded section, common with ageing copper or affected Pro-fit poly pipe.
Signs of a Burst Pipe
Catching a burst early saves you from far more expensive water damage. Watch for these.
Water damage
Stains on ceilings, walls or floors, peeling paint, warping, or puddles appearing with no obvious source.
Pressure drop
A sudden drop in pressure across the house, with taps barely trickling, often means water is escaping somewhere.
Sounds and smells
Hissing or running water with every tap off, or a musty, damp smell pointing to hidden water.
Bill spike
An unexplained jump in your water bill when your usage has not changed is a classic sign of a leak.
Wet patches outside
Soggy ground or unusually green, fast-growing grass when it has not rained can mean an underground burst.
Hot spots or damp walls
A warm patch on the floor or a persistently damp wall can flag a burst in a hot water or in-wall line.
Common Causes of Burst Pipes in Perth
High pressure and hard water
Perth’s hard water is high in calcium, which calcifies and weakens pipes over time. When mains pressure climbs above 500 kPa it strains pipes and fittings and pushes up the risk of a burst.
Corrosion and ageing copper
Copper pipes deteriorate and develop pinhole leaks as they age. It is not only old homes either, properties as young as 10 to 11 years have had repeated bursts, especially with copper run underground.
Pro-fit polybutylene pipe
Pro-fit poly pipe made by Iplex between mid-2017 and mid-2022 has failed in hundreds of WA homes. If your home was built or replumbed in that window, it is worth having it assessed.
Tree roots and ground movement
Roots find their way into small cracks and joints, and reactive soil movement, landscaping or nearby digging can rupture an underground line.
How to Prevent Burst Pipes
- Have your water pressure checked and fit a pressure regulator if it is running high
- Fix small leaks and dripping taps promptly, before they turn into a burst
- Insulate any exposed pipes in roof spaces, under floors or outdoors
- Keep trees with aggressive roots well away from underground water lines
- Book the occasional plumbing inspection to catch corrosion and root intrusion early
- If you have ageing copper or affected Pro-fit poly pipe, have it assessed for replacement
Burst Pipe Repairs, Areas We Service
We are a family-run plumbing and gas business based in Port Kennedy, repairing burst and leaking pipes right along the Rockingham to Mandurah corridor. Same fixed-price approach wherever you are.
Rockingham & Southern Perth
Burst and leaking pipes located and repaired across Rockingham, Baldivis and Safety Bay, including older homes with ageing copper.
Mandurah & Peel Region
Fast burst pipe repairs across Mandurah, Meadow Springs and Lakelands, with leak location to keep digging and disruption to a minimum.
Kwinana & Bertram
From a burst under the slab to a leaking line in the wall, we look after homeowners in Kwinana, Bertram and Golden Bay.
All areas get the same fixed-price approach and no hidden costs. We prioritise burst pipes and get to you as fast as we can.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about burst pipes across Perth, Rockingham and Mandurah.
It depends heavily on where the pipe is. An accessible, exposed burst can start from around $150, while a pipe inside a wall or under the floor usually starts from around $350 because we have to open up to reach it. Underground and under-slab bursts are quoted on inspection, since access drives most of the cost. We give you a fixed price before we start, with no hidden charges.
Straight away. Every minute the water runs adds to the damage and the cost. Shut off your water at the meter first to stop the flow, then call us. The sooner we are on site, the less you are left repairing.
The most useful thing you can do is shut off the water at the meter and drain the lines. A clamp or rubber patch might slow a leak for a short while, but it is only a stopgap and the pipe still needs a proper repair by a licensed plumber to be safe and lasting. In WA, pipe work has to be done by a licensed plumber anyway.
A simple repair on an accessible pipe is often done within a couple of hours. Bursts hidden in walls, under floors or underground take longer because of the access and any reinstatement afterwards. We give you a realistic timeframe once we have assessed it on site.
Most home insurance policies cover sudden burst pipe damage, but cover is often denied where the damage came from neglect or a leak left unrepaired. Check your policy and keep records of any plumbing maintenance. We are happy to provide a written report and quote to support a claim.
As a rule the property owner is responsible for the pipes within their property boundary, while the Water Corporation looks after the water main up to the meter. If the burst is on your side of the meter it is yours to repair, and we can confirm where it sits when we locate it.
Pro-fit polybutylene pipe made by Iplex between mid-2017 and mid-2022 has failed in hundreds of WA homes, so it is worth having it assessed if your home was built or replumbed in that period. We can check your pipework, advise whether replacement is sensible, and quote it upfront.
A burst pipe is a sudden rupture that releases a lot of water quickly and needs immediate action. A leaking pipe usually lets water escape slowly through a small crack or joint, and can go unnoticed for a while. Both need a licensed plumber, but a burst is the one to act on the moment you spot it.
Yes. In Western Australia all pipe and water supply work must be carried out by a licensed plumber. Drip Hunters holds plumbing licence PL8883 and all work meets Australian Standards.
Yes. We are based in Port Kennedy and cover the full Rockingham to Mandurah corridor, including Baldivis, Secret Harbour, Safety Bay, Warnbro, Waikiki, Kwinana, Bertram, Lakelands, Meadow Springs, Singleton and the surrounding suburbs.
Burst pipe? Shut off the water, then call us.
Fixed price before we start, no hidden costs, and we prioritise burst pipes to limit the damage. Local, licensed and insured across the Rockingham to Mandurah corridor.
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