Pipe work, re-routing and new plumbing connections
Moving a pipe, connecting a new washing machine, or working out why the pipes bang and the pressure is low. We plan it and do it.
Plenty of plumbing work is not about fixing something broken. A new kitchen needs the waste and supply moved, a renovation runs into a pipe in the wrong place, a new dishwasher needs a connection where there was never one. That kind of work needs some planning so it is done once and done neatly.
We do pipe diversions and re-routing, build and repair manholes, connect washing machines and dishwashers, and fit shower doors. We also diagnose the two complaints that drive people up the wall: pipes that knock and hammer, and water pressure that has dropped to a trickle.
What people call us about
Pipe re-routing
Pipes moved for a renovation, an extension or a new layout.
Washing machine and dishwasher
New supply and waste connections, done so they do not leak behind the cupboard.
Banging or noisy pipes
Water hammer, loose pipes or a faulty valve. We find the cause.
Low water pressure
A blocked fitting, a failing valve or a leak. We work out which.
Manholes
Manholes built, raised or repaired.
Shower doors
Shower doors installed and sealed.
How we plan pipe work
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We look at where the water comes in, where the waste goes out and what is in the way.
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We agree the route with you, especially where it means opening a wall or a floor.
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You get a quote before we start, including any making good afterwards.
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Every new joint is pressure tested before the walls or floors are closed.
Questions people ask
Why do my pipes bang when I close a tap?
That is called water hammer. It usually comes from high pressure, loose pipe clamps or a valve that shuts too quickly. It is worth fixing, because the shock wears joints over time.
Why is my water pressure low?
It could be a blocked aerator or shower head, a faulty pressure valve on the geyser, a leak, or low supply from the municipality. We check from the meter inwards.
Can you connect my new dishwasher?
Yes. We do washing machine and dishwasher connections, and because we are electricians too, we can add a plug point if one is needed.
Do you build manholes?
Yes, we build and repair manholes.
Pipe work and new installations near you
Some of the suburbs where people phone us for this.
Need an Electrician or Plumber in Garsfontein?
Call Martin any time, day or night. Free quotes on all work.