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Licensed residential plumbing across Sydney — NSW Plumbing Contractor Licence 479776C. Upfront pricing, in-house crew, photos of every job. Same-day metro callback where possible for emergencies.
Emergency
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Burst Pipe — Emergency ResponseSame-day shutdown and repair of a burst water main or supply line. Mains isolation, leak location, temporary repair, water back on same visit where possible.from $380+
If you've got water coming through a wall, ceiling, or pooling under a slab, isolate the mains at the meter and call us. We aim to get to Sydney metro emergencies same day. Initial visit covers diagnosis, mains isolation, leak location, and a temporary or permanent repair depending on what's accessible. We bring the gear to make the property safe and dry within the visit — full reinstatement (plaster, flooring, joinery) is a separate trade.
Call-out fee + first hour. Parts and additional labour extra. After-hours premium applies overnight and weekends.
Included
✓Same-day Sydney metro response (subject to availability)
✓Mains isolation, leak location, photographic record
✓Temporary or permanent repair on the visit where the leak is accessible
✓Written sign-off with location, depth, and fitting type
—Major slab penetration repair (quoted on inspection)
Blocked Drain — Clear & DiagnoseSame-day drain clearing — mechanical eel or hydro-jet. CCTV diagnosis included for recurring blockages so you know what's actually causing it.from $320+
Slow drains, gurgling, or overflow at a gully — most blockages clear with an electric eel or a hydro-jet, but if a blockage is recurring, the right move is CCTV to see what's actually going on. Tree-root intrusion, broken clay pipe, collapsed earthenware, scale build-up — each is a different fix. We diagnose before recommending the next step.
Clear of a single accessible blockage. CCTV inspection +$220. Major rectification (re-line, dig-and-replace) quoted separately.
Included
✓Mechanical eel or hydro-jet clearing of one blockage point
✓Same-day Sydney metro response (subject to availability)
✓Recommendation on whether CCTV / rectification needed
Not included
—CCTV inspection (add-on)
—Pipe re-lining or replacement (quoted on inspection)
—Council-side blockages (Sydney Water responsibility)
Hot Water — No Hot Water Service CallNo hot water at the taps? Diagnostic visit, repair where parts are stocked, or temporary work-around with replacement quote.from $240+
Most no-hot-water calls are one of four things: pilot out (gas), tripped breaker (electric), failed element/thermostat, or failed unit. We carry the common parts for thermostats and elements; bigger failures (heat exchanger, anode, full unit) are quoted on inspection. We won't replace a unit prematurely — we'd rather diagnose first and tell you what the realistic remaining life is.
Diagnostic visit + first hour labour. Parts extra. Replacement unit quoted separately based on type (gas instant, electric storage, heat pump, solar).
Included
✓Diagnostic visit, repair where parts are stocked
✓Recommendation on repair vs replace based on age and condition
✓Written quote for replacement if needed
Not included
—Replacement hot water unit (quoted separately)
—Gas line work past the meter (separate scope)
Servicing
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Hot Water System ServiceAnnual service of gas, electric, or heat-pump hot water unit. Anode check, TPR valve test, pressure test, flush, written report.from $220+
Most hot water systems are running well past their economical service life because they get ignored until they fail. An annual service catches the failure modes that kill a unit ten years before its time — anode depletion, TPR valve seizure, sediment accumulation, thermostat drift. The service is the cheapest insurance on the most expensive single fixture in your plumbing system.
Per unit, standard ground-level access. Heat pump and solar systems +$80. Roof-mounted solar adds working-at-heights surcharge.
Included
✓TPR (temperature-pressure relief) valve test and replacement if seized
✓Anode inspection and replacement if depleted
✓Sediment flush
✓Operating pressure and temperature check
✓Written report with condition and remaining-life estimate
Not included
—Tank replacement (quoted separately)
—Major component failure repair (separate quote)
Tap & Shower Reseal ServiceDrippy taps, weeping shower mixer, leaking spout — re-washer, re-seat, and resilicone. Visit covers up to 6 fixtures.from $280+
A drippy tap is the single biggest avoidable cause of water bill blowout in a Sydney home. We service taps and shower mixers by re-washering, re-seating where needed, and resealing the wall escutcheons. Bring us a list before we arrive — we can do 4–6 fixtures in a single visit.
First fixture + 3 additional fixtures on the same visit. Extra fixtures +$45 each. Replacement tapware quoted separately.
Included
✓Up to 4 tap or shower mixer services on one visit
—Replacement tapware (quoted separately if needed)
—Tile or wall surface repair
—Mixer-cartridge bodies for designer brands (parts extra)
Toilet & Cistern ServiceRunning, flushing weakly, or not refilling — cistern inlet valve, outlet valve, seal, and bowl-base inspection.from $240+
A running toilet wastes up to 200 litres a day. Most service jobs are an inlet-valve replacement and a new outlet washer — fixtures with internal corrosion or hairline cracks at the bowl base get flagged for replacement and quoted separately.
Single toilet, standard cistern. Two toilets on the same visit $380. Concealed or in-wall cisterns quoted on inspection.
Included
✓Inlet and outlet valve replacement
✓Cistern seal replacement
✓Bowl-base seal check + reseat if leaking
Not included
—Concealed / in-wall cistern parts (quoted separately)
—Pan or cistern replacement
Gas Leak TestSmell gas? Annual landlord compliance? Pressure test the gas line and locate any leak. Certificate issued.from $280+
We pressure-test gas lines for compliance, after a renovation, or when there's a suspected leak. Test is performed at the meter or at the appliance. Certificate issued with the result. If a leak is detected, we isolate the line and quote the rectification on the spot.
Standard residential gas line test, certificate provided. Multi-fitting commercial work quoted separately.
Included
✓Pressure test per AS 5601
✓Visual inspection of accessible joints
✓Compliance certificate
Not included
—Rectification work (quoted on inspection)
—Gas appliance internal servicing
Installation
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Hot Water Unit ReplacementReplacement of a failed or end-of-life hot water unit. Same-day swap for like-for-like; upgrades planned in advance.Quote on inspection+
Most Sydney homes are still running gas-storage or electric-storage units. When one fails, the options are: like-for-like (cheapest, fastest); upgrade to gas-instant (better space efficiency); upgrade to heat pump (best energy economy, eligible for federal STC rebates); upgrade to solar (good for hot climates with good roof orientation, payback 8–12 years). We won't push you to the most expensive option — we'll quote all four if you want them.
Quoted on inspection. Standard like-for-like gas/electric storage replacement typically lands in the $1,800 — $3,500 range fitted; heat pump $4,500 — $7,500; solar $5,500 — $10,000 depending on roof + plumbing complexity.
Included
✓Site survey and quote with options (like-for-like vs upgrade)
✓Old unit removal and disposal
✓Installation per manufacturer + AS/NZS 3500
✓Commissioning, pressure test, temperature check
✓Warranty paperwork and registration
Not included
—Major works to relocate the unit (separate scope)
—Solar / heat-pump electrical sub-board work (sparkie scope, coordinated)
Tapware InstallationSupply or install of new tapware — kitchen, bathroom, laundry. We work with all major Australian brands.from $280+
Installing tapware that you've sourced yourself, or supply-and-install with our trade pricing. We work with Astra Walker, Brodware, Sussex, Methven, Caroma, Phoenix, Reece, and others. If you're choosing a designer brand with proprietary cartridges, we'll flag service-parts availability up front.
Per fixture, supply-only by client. Supply-and-install quoted on the fixture spec. Multi-fixture renovation pricing on application.
Included
✓Installation per manufacturer instructions
✓Pressure test of new joints
✓Disposal of old fitting
Not included
—Wall / tile work for fixtures changing position
—Plasterboard / cabinetry alteration
Kitchen / Bathroom Rough-inWet-area rough-in for a kitchen or bathroom renovation. Hot and cold lines, waste, vent, fixture set-out coordinated with builder.Quote on inspection+
Rough-in for a single kitchen or bathroom — supply, waste, and vent set out per the architectural drawings. We coordinate set-out with the builder before plumbing fix and again before tiler arrives. Pre-bury photographs and certification provided on completion. Most jobs are 2–4 days on site depending on access and complexity.
Quoted on inspection. Standard bathroom rough-in typically $3,500 — $6,500; kitchen $2,500 — $4,500. Cost varies with relocating fixtures, slab penetration, and second-storey access.
—Tapware / fittings (supply-only by client unless quoted)
Gas Cooktop / Oven InstallationInstallation of a new gas cooktop or oven. New line, isolation valve, certificate, leak test.from $580+
If you're swapping a cooktop or oven, we run the line from the meter or nearest tee, install an isolation valve, commission the appliance, and pressure-test. Certificate provided.
Like-for-like swap with existing gas point. New gas line run from meter quoted separately.
Included
✓Appliance install per manufacturer + AS 5601
✓Isolation valve
✓Pressure test and compliance certificate
Not included
—Cabinetry alteration
—Electrical work for ovens with electric ignition (sparkie scope)
Inspection
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Pre-purchase Plumbing InspectionBuying a Sydney home? Half-day inspection of the plumbing — hot water, drainage, fittings, hidden risk. Written report.from $480+
We inspect what's accessible — hot water unit (age, condition, anode, TPR), visible drainage (under-floor and around the slab), tapware (cartridge type, drip rate), gas line condition, water meter, and we look for any obvious red flags (rising damp, slow drains, cracked terracotta near the slab). Written report with photos and a prioritised action list. This isn't a replacement for a building inspection — it's the plumbing-specific deep dive.
Single dwelling, half-day inspection, written report. Two-dwelling / duplex / strata reports quoted on request.
Included
✓Visual inspection of all accessible plumbing
✓Hot water unit age and condition assessment
✓Drainage / wet-area visual assessment
✓Written report with photos and prioritised action list, 5 business days
CCTV Drain InspectionCamera survey of the stormwater or sewer line. Locates blockages, breaks, root intrusion, and pipe condition.from $480+
We run a CCTV camera down the line from a suitable access point — gully, IO, manhole — and record the survey. The recording is delivered with a written summary, locations of any defects (depth, distance from access), and recommendations. Worth doing on any house over 30 years old where the drains haven't been investigated, or before buying a property with known drainage history.
Single accessible line, recorded survey, written summary. Additional lines on the same visit +$280.
Included
✓CCTV survey of one accessible line
✓Recording delivered to client
✓Written summary with defect locations and recommendations
Not included
—Excavation / line locator marking (add-on)
—Rectification (quoted separately)
Looking after a Sydney home by the people who build them — inspections, ongoing servicing, and major remedial work. One-off jobs or a full annual care plan, indicative prices up front.
Inspection
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Annual Building InspectionA full visual inspection of structure, envelope, waterproofing, and finishes. Written report with prioritised actions.from $525+
An annual eyes-on assessment of your whole home. We walk the roof, sub-floor, wet areas, façade, and grounds, identify anything that needs attention now versus what to monitor, and deliver a written report with photos and a prioritised action list. Particularly worth doing in autumn before winter rains, and as a baseline before insurance renewals.
Standard 3–4 bedroom Sydney home. Larger properties quoted on inspection.
Included
✓Roof and gutter visual inspection
✓Façade and external envelope review
✓Internal finishes, wet areas, and waterproofing visual
✓Sub-floor and roof void where safely accessible
✓Drainage and site grading check
✓Written report with photos within 5 business days
Termite & Pest InspectionAustralian Standard 3660 termite inspection plus general pest activity check. Thermal imaging where required.from $350+
If your home is in a termite-risk area (most of Sydney is), the manual asks for this annually. We inspect timber, sub-floors, roof voids, and the termite management system installed at build, and flag activity early before it becomes structural. Includes a general pest check (rodents, ants, wood borers) and a written report.
Standard 3–4 bedroom Sydney home. Thermal imaging included where access is restricted.
Included
✓AS 3660 termite inspection (visual)
✓Termite management system check (where installed)
✓General pest activity assessment
✓Thermal imaging on suspect areas
✓Written report with photos
✓Recommended re-inspection date
Not included
—Treatment / extermination (separate service if activity found)
—Pre-purchase building inspection
—Moisture meter readings on wet areas
Roof & Gutter InspectionRoof, gutters, flashings, downpipes, and visible roof void. Identifies leaks before they reach the ceiling.from $280+
Annual roof inspection per the manual. We check tile bedding, sheet fixings, flashings, gutters, downpipes, valley irons, and the visible roof void for water staining or daylight gaps. Critical before storm season — most internal water damage starts as a $50 fix on the roof that becomes a $5,000 ceiling repair.
Single-storey. Two-storey or restricted access +$120.
Included
✓Tile / sheet condition and fixing check
✓Flashings, valleys, ridge capping
✓Gutters, downpipes, leaf debris
✓Visible roof void inspection
✓Photo report
✓List of recommended repairs
Not included
—Roof cleaning (separate service)
—Gutter cleaning (separate service)
—Replacement of broken tiles or sealant (quoted from report)
Sub-floor & Joist InspectionSub-floor inspection of bearers, joists, ventilation, and moisture levels. Recommended every 5–10 years.from $420+
The manual asks for a joist inspection every 5–10 years. We access the sub-floor (where one exists), check bearers and joists for deflection, rot, termite damage, fungal growth, or moisture issues, verify ventilation is adequate, and flag any structural concerns. Critical on older builds and on sites with poor drainage history.
Accessible sub-floor space required. Confined-space access quoted separately.
Roof Rafter InspectionRoof void access to inspect rafters, trusses, bracing, and battens. Recommended every 5–10 years.from $420+
Pair this with the joist inspection — the manual flags both at the 5–10 year mark. We access the roof void, check rafters and trusses for sagging, splitting, fastener corrosion, and any signs of timber movement, and verify bracing is intact. Storm and high-wind events accelerate timber stress.
Standard roof void access via manhole. Cathedral roofs or restricted access quoted separately.
Included
✓Rafter, truss, and bracing visual inspection
✓Fastener and connector check
✓Insulation and ventilation visual
✓Moisture meter readings where staining is present
✓Written report with photos
Not included
—Repairs (quoted from report)
—Insulation replacement or upgrade
—Structural engineering certification
Smoke Alarm & CO Compliance CheckAnnual NSW-regulation compliance check of all smoke alarms and CO detectors. Batteries replaced included.from $95+
NSW law requires working smoke alarms on every storey. We test every unit in your home, verify location compliance, replace batteries, clean detector heads, and replace any alarm past its 10-year service life. Includes a compliance certificate for insurance and rental purposes.
Wet-area Waterproofing InspectionBathroom, shower, laundry, and balcony waterproofing assessment. Catches leaks before they reach the structure.from $320+
Failed bathroom waterproofing is the single most expensive maintenance failure on a residential build — water gets behind tiles, soaks into the slab or flooring, and emerges years later as rot or rising damp. We inspect silicone, grout, screed falls, and visible membrane terminations, and take moisture meter readings on all adjacent walls and floors.
Per bathroom + laundry. Additional wet areas $120 each.
Included
✓Silicone joint inspection
✓Grout condition check
✓Floor fall and waste position
✓Moisture meter on adjacent walls
✓Hob, threshold, and door reveal check
✓Written report
Not included
—Cutting through tiles to inspect membrane
—Reseal works (separate service)
—Plumbing connection inspection
Drainage & Subsoil CheckSite grading, weepholes, sub-floor vents, silt pits, and surface drainage paths. The manual's #1 priority.from $280+
The homeowner manual makes this point hard: most expensive structural problems on a residential build start as a small drainage issue. We walk the perimeter, check that the slab edge falls are still doing their job, confirm weepholes and sub-floor vents are clear, inspect silt pits and surface drains, and identify any landscaping that's compromising drainage.
Standard 500–700 m² block. Acreage quoted on inspection.
Annual gutter clean per the manual. We clear leaf litter, sediment, and debris from gutters and valleys, flush downpipes to confirm free flow, and pressure-rinse the roof surface where appropriate. Blocked gutters are the #1 cause of water ingress in heavy rain — this is the single highest-value annual job on the list.
Single-storey. Two-storey or restricted access +$120.
Included
✓Hand-clear of all gutters and valleys
✓Downpipe flush and free-flow confirmation
✓Visual flashing and ridge check
✓Photo evidence of cleared work
✓Disposal of debris
Not included
—Roof tile replacement
—Gutter repair or replacement
—Solar panel cleaning (separate service)
High-pressure Clean — Paths & DrivewaysPressure clean of concrete, paving, stone, and driveways. Removes moss, mildew, oil staining.from $250+
Annual high-pressure clean per the manual's annual checklist. Concrete, sandstone, exposed aggregate, and paver surfaces all hold moss and mildew that becomes slip-hazard over time. We use surface cleaners on flat surfaces (cleaner finish, faster) and targeted wands on edges and detail. Pre-treatment for stubborn staining included.
Up to 80 m² of hard surface. Larger areas quoted at $4/m².
Window Cleaning — Whole HouseInside and outside, frames and tracks, all reachable windows. Standard two-storey access.from $250+
Annual window clean per the manual. We clean inside and out, hand-wash frames and tracks (where the manual specifically asks for mild detergent), and squeegee glass to a streak-free finish. Two-storey homes with standard access included.
Standard 3–4 bedroom, two-storey. Difficult access (cherry-picker, abseil) quoted separately.
Included
✓Internal and external glass
✓Frame and track wash
✓Sill clean
✓Insect screens (where removable)
Not included
—Skylight cleaning
—Solar panel cleaning (separate service)
—Window repairs or seal replacement
Solar Panel CleanAnnual panel clean. Dirty panels lose 10–25% of output — this is a yield-recovery job, not cosmetic.from $250+
Annual solar clean per the manual. Sydney's salt air plus pollen, dust, and bird droppings cuts panel output significantly. We use deionised water and soft brushes to avoid scratching panel surfaces, check fixings while we're up there, and report on any visible damage or shading.
Up to 20 panels. Additional panels $10 each.
Included
✓Deionised-water clean of all panels
✓Visual fixing and frame check
✓Cable and conduit visual
✓Photo evidence of cleaned panels
Not included
—Electrical fault testing
—Inverter service (separate trade)
—Output measurement (requires electrician)
Wet-area Silicone ResealFull silicone reseal of shower, bath, vanity, and toilet base. Done every 2–5 years per the manual.from $280+
The manual asks for silicone replacement every 2–5 years — old silicone goes brittle, mouldy, and stops sealing. We strip every silicone joint in the bathroom, clean back to clean substrate, prime, and re-seal with a quality sanitary-grade silicone. Failed silicone is the leading edge of wet-area waterproofing failure.
Grout Clean & ResealDeep clean, repair, and sealer-coat of all bathroom grout. Pairs with silicone reseal at the 2–5 year mark.from $320+
Per the manual: 'Replace wet area silicone and seal grout' at 2–5 years. Old grout absorbs water and harbours mould. We deep-clean grout lines, repair any voids or cracking, and apply a penetrating sealer that stops water absorption.
Per bathroom. Combined silicone + grout package: $520.
Included
✓Deep clean of all grout lines
✓Repair of voids, cracks, missing grout
✓Penetrating sealer application
✓Visual finish check
Not included
—Complete re-grout (separate service)
—Silicone reseal (separate service)
—Tile replacement
Deck Sand & Re-stainSand back, repair, and re-stain timber decking. Sydney sun and salt air punish exposed timber fast.from $45+
Per the manual's 2–5 year checklist. We sand the deck back to clean timber, repair or replace any rotten boards, set protruding fixings, and apply two coats of premium timber stain. Choice of finish (decking oil, semi-transparent stain, or solid colour) discussed before quote.
Per square metre, standard hardwood deck. Includes sand, prep, and 2 coats stain.
Included
✓Sand to clean timber
✓Board repair / minor replacement
✓Fixing set and finish
✓Two coats premium stain or oil
✓Choice of finish discussed pre-quote
Not included
—Structural repairs (sub-frame, joists)
—Balustrade replacement
—Deck demolition or rebuild
Exterior Caulking RefreshReplace caulking around all exterior windows and doors. Stops water entry at the most vulnerable junction in the envelope.from $650+
Per the manual's 2–5 year checklist. Old caulking around windows and doors splits, shrinks, and lets water track into the wall cavity — one of the most under-appreciated failure points in a residential build. We strip, prime, and re-seal with polyurethane sealant rated for movement and UV.
✓Strip of all exterior caulking around windows and doors
✓Substrate clean and prime
✓Polyurethane sealant re-application
✓Tooled to finish
✓Visual inspection of cladding junctions
Not included
—Internal caulking
—Painting after caulking
—Window or door replacement
Carpet Steam CleanWhole-house carpet steam clean. Annual per the manual.from $140+
Annual steam clean per the manual. Hot-water-extraction method, light spot-treatment included, fast dry-down (~4 hours). Particularly worth doing before winter when windows stay closed and indoor air quality matters most.
Up to 3 bedrooms + 1 living area. Additional rooms $25 each.
Per the manual's monthly (filter clean) and annual (full service) checklists. We service the indoor and outdoor units, clean filters and coils, check refrigerant pressures, verify thermostat operation, and trim back any branches encroaching on the outdoor unit (also on the manual's annual list).
Standard split or ducted system, single zone. Multi-zone +$80 per additional zone.
Included
✓Filter and coil clean
✓Refrigerant pressure check
✓Thermostat operation verify
✓Outdoor unit clearance and clean
✓Branch trim within 1 m of outdoor unit
Not included
—Refrigerant top-up (quoted at service)
—Major repairs (compressor, fan motor)
—Duct cleaning (separate service)
Heat Duct CleanFull ducted-system clean. Required every 2–5 years per the manual.from $480+
Per the manual's 2–5 year checklist: clean heat ducts. Dust and debris accumulate inside ducting and the return-air system, reducing efficiency and dropping indoor air quality. We brush and vacuum every duct branch, clean returns and registers, and report on any damaged or disconnected sections.
Standard ducted system, up to 10 outlets. Additional outlets $30 each.
Included
✓All supply ducts brushed and vacuumed
✓Returns and registers cleaned
✓Filter replacement
✓Visual report of internal duct condition
Not included
—Duct repair or replacement
—Mould treatment (specialist trade)
—HVAC unit service (separate service)
Dryer Vent CleanClear blocked dryer vent. Annual safety job — blocked vents are a leading cause of laundry fires.from $160+
Per the manual's annual checklist: clean clothes dryer exhaust. Lint builds up inside the vent run, drops dryer efficiency, and is a real fire risk. We brush and vacuum the full vent run, check the external hood, and verify free airflow.
Standard vent run under 3 m. Longer or wall-cavity runs quoted on inspection.
Included
✓Full vent run brushed and vacuumed
✓External vent hood check
✓Airflow verification
✓Lint and debris removal
Not included
—Vent re-route or extension
—Dryer service or repair
—Wall cavity access cutting
Hot Water Heater FlushDrain and flush the hot water tank. Annual per the manual — extends unit life by years.from $180+
Per the manual: drain hot water heater annually. Sediment builds up in the tank base, drops efficiency, accelerates corrosion, and shortens unit life. We drain the tank, flush sediment, check the anode rod, and verify the temperature-pressure relief valve operates.
Standard storage tank, ground-floor location. Roof-mounted or restricted access +$60.
Included
✓Tank drain and flush
✓Sediment removal
✓Anode rod check
✓TPR valve test
✓Visual inspection of fittings
Not included
—Anode rod replacement (quoted at service)
—Element or thermostat replacement
—Tankless / instantaneous heater service
Garage Door ServiceLubricate springs and tracks, adjust travel limits, safety beam check. Annual per the manual.from $180+
Per the manual's annual checklist: lubricate garage door springs. A garage door operates 1,000+ cycles a year — keeping it serviced extends opener and spring life and avoids the expensive late-night replacement call. We lubricate, adjust travel limits, test safety beams, and verify the reverse-on-obstruction function.
Single residential door. Double doors +$60.
Included
✓Spring lubrication
✓Track clean and lubricate
✓Travel limit adjustment
✓Safety beam test
✓Reverse-on-obstruction verify
Not included
—Spring replacement (specialist, do not DIY)
—Opener motor replacement
—Door panel replacement
Irrigation System TestTest sprinkler heads, valves, pressures, and the backflow preventer (NSW-required annual certification).from $180+
Per the manual's annual checklist. Plus, NSW requires annual testing of the RPZ backflow preventer on any irrigation system connected to mains. We test every zone, adjust heads, clear emitters, pressure-check the system, and issue the backflow certification.
Standard residential system, up to 4 zones. RPZ certification +$120.
Included
✓Test of all zones, heads, emitters
✓Pressure check
✓Adjustment and clearing of clogs
✓Visual leak check
✓Optional RPZ certification (specify at booking)
Not included
—Pump replacement
—Controller programming changes (advice given)
—New line installation
Tree Pruning (Arborist)Qualified arborist pruning. Sydney council approval support included where required.Quote on inspection+
Per the manual: prune trees on the 2–5 year cycle and check for branches near outdoor HVAC units annually. We engage qualified arborists, support council approval where required for protected trees, and clean up debris. The manual specifically asks owners to speak to an arborist before planting near the house — happy to provide that advice too.
Quoted per tree after inspection. Size, species, and access drive cost more than anything.
Included
✓Arborist inspection and quote
✓Council approval support where required
✓Pruning works
✓Debris removal
✓Disposal or mulching
Not included
—Stump removal (quoted separately)
—Tree planting
—Geotechnical or root-impact reports
Stone & Special Surface CarePower clean and re-seal of stone, sandstone, and decorative paving. Surface-specific products only.Quote on inspection+
Per the manual: 'Power clean stone and driveways' annually, and 'special surface care' for premium finishes. Sandstone, travertine, and decorative concrete need surface-specific products — generic pressure cleaning damages stone. We use the right products for the surface, then apply a penetrating sealer where appropriate.
Quoted on inspection. Stone type, condition, and area drive cost.
Included
✓Surface assessment
✓Surface-specific cleaning
✓Penetrating sealer where appropriate
✓Edge and detail finish
Not included
—Stone replacement or repair
—Tile or paver replacement
—Grout re-pointing (separate service)
Major work
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Rising Damp TreatmentDiagnostic, treatment, and remediation of rising damp. Every job is different — always quoted on inspection.Quote on inspection+
Rising damp is rarely just rising damp — it's often a failed waterproofing membrane, a drainage issue, or a leaking sub-floor service. We diagnose the actual cause first (moisture meter readings, often a sub-floor inspection), then quote treatment options. Treatment ranges from a sealed cap to chemical injection to full membrane works depending on what's driving it.
Quote on inspection. Diagnostic site visit $280 — credited back if treatment proceeds.
Included
✓On-site diagnostic visit
✓Moisture meter survey
✓Root cause identification
✓Written quote with options and assumptions
Not included
—Treatment works (separate quote)
—Internal finishing repairs (separate quote)
Render Crack RepairDiagnostic and repair of cracked render. Hairline cosmetic cracks vs structural movement get very different treatment.Quote on inspection+
First job is figuring out whether the crack is cosmetic (drying, shrinkage, settlement — the manual flags these as normal in the first year) or evidence of structural movement. We inspect, photograph, and may recommend a structural engineer's report before any repair work begins. Cosmetic repairs are straightforward; structural cracks need the underlying cause fixed first.
Quote on inspection. Diagnostic site visit $280 — credited back if repair proceeds.
Included
✓On-site diagnostic visit
✓Crack mapping and classification
✓Structural engineer referral if required
✓Written quote
Not included
—Repair works (separate quote)
—Engineering certification (separate trade)
UnderpinningStructural foundation works. Always engineer-led, always heavily quoted, always major.Quote on inspection+
Underpinning is the work of last resort and the most expensive thing on this list. Driven by a structural engineer's report, not by us. We can engage the engineer for you, manage the works once designed, and integrate with any other remedial work needed. This is the kind of job that takes weeks and costs five figures minimum — no indicative price will ever be meaningful until an engineer has been on site.
Always engineer-led. Diagnostic and structural report fees vary.
Included
✓Engineering engagement
✓Underpinning works management
✓Integration with other remedial work
✓Hand-off documentation
Not included
—Engineering fees (paid direct to engineer)
—Internal finishing repairs (separate quote)
Structural Timber RepairRepair or replacement of structural timber elements. Joists, bearers, rafters, posts, balustrades.Quote on inspection+
Triggered by findings from a joist or rafter inspection. Damaged structural timber needs an engineer's sign-off on the repair method — we can engage that, do the works, and certify the outcome. The manual specifically asks owners to engage a qualified engineer for further advice on timber, especially balustrades and handrails.
Quote on inspection. Engineer involvement scales with the structural impact.
Included
✓On-site assessment
✓Engineer engagement where required
✓Repair works
✓Final certification
Not included
—Engineering fees (paid direct to engineer)
—Cosmetic refinishing (separate scope)
Exterior RepaintFull external repaint. Per the manual: 5–10 years between repaints in Sydney coastal conditions.Quote on inspection+
Per the manual's 5–10 year checklist. We pressure-clean, prep (sand, fill, prime), and apply two coats of premium acrylic exterior paint with full warranty. Includes touch-up of any rendered cracks and minor timber repair. Colour consultation included where you want to update from the original scheme.
Quote on inspection. Surface area, height, and condition drive cost.
Included
✓Pressure clean and prep
✓Sand, fill, prime
✓Two coats premium exterior paint
✓Minor timber and render touch-ups
✓Colour consultation
✓Workmanship warranty
Not included
—Major timber or render repair (separate quote)
—Roof painting (separate service)
—Internal painting
Tell us what's going on and we'll point you to the right crew — plumbing, care, or a trade that's on the way (electrical and carpentry are joining the Varloch services arm).
Plumbing
Licensed, ready now — the Fix it lane.
Home care
Inspections & upkeep — the Care for it lane.
Coming soon
Electrical & carpentry are joining the crew.
Ongoing property maintenance
Sign once. We look after the whole home.
Hand your whole home over. A Varloch Care plan is ongoing property maintenance on a simple monthly fee — the same in-house crew that builds and services Sydney homes, looking after yours year-round. Inspections, gutters, plumbing health checks, seasonal servicing and priority emergency response, all scheduled and logged so nothing gets missed. One home, one plan, one number to call.
Essential Care
The safety-net plan.
from$79/month
Owners who want the critical checks handled and a trusted crew on call.
✓Annual whole-home maintenance inspection with photo report
✓Smoke-alarm test & battery replacement (compliance)
✓Gutter & downpipe clear (once per year)
✓Priority booking on any one-off Varloch job
✓Members' rate on all additional plumbing & care work
Indicative pricing, tailored to your home after a first inspection. Plans are month-to-month — cancel anytime. All work by the same licensed, in-house Varloch crew (NSW Builder Licence 373007C · Plumbing Contractor Licence 479776C).
The trades
Trade services, by the people who build.
Alongside Design and Construction, Varloch runs a trade-services arm — licensed plumbing, ongoing maintenance and care plans, and more trades on the way. Same in-house crew, same daily logs, same photographic record. Book a single job or hand the whole home over — everything is on this page: pick Fix it, Care for it, or Just ask above, open the service you need, and book it in place.
PlumbingVarloch Plumbing.Licensed residential plumbing across Sydney — from blocked drains and hot-water to full bathroom rough-ins on our own builds. Upfront pricing, in-house crew, photographic job records.
Maintenance & CareVarloch Care.Looking after a Sydney home by the people who built it — annual inspections, one-off services, and full ongoing care plans. Indicative prices listed up front.
More tradesElectrical & carpentry.Additional trades are joining the Varloch services arm. Electrical and carpentry are on the way — tell us what you need and we'll point you to the right crew in the meantime.