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Aquafix Plumbing Services is a Durban plumbing company that repairs leaks, burst pipes,geysers and blocked drains for homes and businesses, with a plumber available 24 hours aday. Call 072 641 3447 and we will tell you what to do while we are on our way.
What does Aquafix Plumbing Services do?
Aquafix Plumbing Services repairs, installs and maintains water systems in Durban homes and businesses: leaks, burst pipes, geysers, drains, kitchens, bathrooms and water filtration. If water is going where it should not, or not going where it should, we fix it.
Emergency plumbing in Durban
Aquafix fixes burst pipes, overflowing toilets and severe leaks 24 hours a day, including weekends and public holidays. Close your main water valve, then call 072 641 3447 and we will guide you until we arrive.
Geyser repairs in Durban
We repair and replace geysers (hot water cylinders) that leak, trip the breaker or stop heating. We test the element, thermostat and pressure-relief valve first, so you pay only for the part that has failed.
Drain cleaning and blocked drains
We clear blocked and recurring drain clogs after finding the cause with a CCTV (closed-circuit television) camera inspection. Hydro-jets and motorised augers remove grease, roots and debris, and a flow test confirms the line is fully open.
Leak detection
We find hidden leaks behind walls and under floors using moisture meters, thermal imaging cameras and acoustic listening devices. Call us if your water bill climbs and you cannot see a leak.
Pipe replacement and repairs
We repair or replace corroded, cracked and leaking pipework, including sections that keep failing. Coastal humidity and ageing galvanised pipes are common causes of repeat leaks in older Durban homes.
Kitchen plumbing in Durban
We install and fix kitchen sinks, taps and the water connections for dishwashers and washing machines, so supply and waste run cleanly and without leaks.
Bathroom renovations in Durban
We handle the plumbing for bathroom refits: showers, toilets, basins and baths. We remove old fittings, install the new ones and test for leaks and pressure before we leave.
Water purification and filtration
We install filters and purifiers that remove sediment, chlorine and impurities, giving better-tasting water and longer-lasting fixtures. We assess your water and recommend a system for your home or business.
Commercial plumbing in Durban
We maintain and repair commercial plumbing for offices, restaurants, retail premises and body corporates, scheduling work to limit downtime. Call us for planned maintenance as well as urgent faults.
What should I do in a plumbing emergency?
A plumbing emergency is any fault that damages property or health if it waits: a burst pipe, an overflowing toilet, sewage backing up or a severe leak. Follow these steps:
- Close the main valve. It is usually near your water meter or where the pipe enters the property.
- Switch off the power if water is near electrics. Use the distribution board (DB board) only if the floor around it is dry.
- Open the taps. This drains the pipes and relieves pressure.
- Call Aquafix on 072 641 3447. We are available 24 hours, including weekends and public holidays.
- Photograph the damage. Your insurer will want it, and it helps us trace the cause.
How do you clear a blocked drain for good?
We find the cause first, then clear it. A CCTV (closed-circuit television) camera locates the blockage, and a hydro-jet ormotorised auger removes grease, roots and debris.A drain that keeps clogging has a problem deeper than the plug hole: grease build-up, tree roots or a damaged pipe. We finish every jobwith a flow test to confirm the line is fully open, and we explain what caused the blockage so it does not return.Hidden leaks work the same way. We use moisture meters, thermal imaging cameras and acoustic listening devices to trace waterbehind walls and under floors, so we open up only what we have to. A rising water bill with no visible leak is the classic warning sign.
Why has my geyser stopped heating water?
Most often the heating element or thermostat has failed, or a breaker has tripped. A geyser (the South African word for a hot water cylinder) that leaks from the tank itself usually needs replacing.
Aquafix repairs and replaces geysers across Durban. We test the element, the thermostat, the pressure-relief valve (the safety valve that releases excess pressure) and the drip tray before recommending anything, so you only pay for the part that has failed. power surges ,hard water and coastal humidity all shorten geyser life, which is why a yearly check is cheaper than an emergency replacement.Insurers expect geyser work to meet SANS 10254, the national standard for fixed electric storage water heaters, and to be done by aregistered plumber who issues a Certificate of Compliance (CoC). Ask any plumber for their Plumbing Industry Registration Board (PIRB) number.
How much does a plumber cost in Durban?
Plumbers in South Africa typically charge about R350 to R800 or more per hour, and many add a call-out fee. Emergency, after-hours, weekend and public-holiday work costs more. Aquafix Plumbing Services confirms the exact price before any work begins.
| Job | Typical cost | What affects the price |
|---|---|---|
| Hourly plumbing labour | R350 to R800+ per hour | Plumber experience, job complexity, location and time of day |
| Call-out fee | May apply; quoted when you call | Distance to your property and time of day |
| Emergency plumber (after hours) | Call-out fee plus hourly rate, with a premium | Evenings, weekends and public holidays, your location, parts needed |
| Shower removal and installation | R3,000 to R15,000+ | Shower type, size, materials and labour |
| Drain cleaning | Quoted after inspection | Cause of the blockage, access and whether a CCTV (closed-circuit television) camera inspection is needed |
| Geyser repairs | Quoted after diagnosis | Which part failed (element, thermostat or valve) or whether the geyser needs replacing |
| Leak detection | Quoted after assessment | Property size, how hidden the leak is and the detection method used |
These ranges are guides, not quotes. Final pricing depends on your property, the repair and the parts required. Last updated by Aquafix Plumbing Services, Durban.
Call 072 641 3447 for a quoteOur position: fix the cause, not the symptom
Aquafix Plumbing Services fixes the cause of a plumbing fault, not just the symptom, because a repair that fails twice costs more than one done properly once.
Durban's coastal climate is hard on plumbing. Salt-laden air, humidity and ageing galvanised pipework (steel pipe coated in zinc) mean a leak patched today often returns elsewhere in the same run. So we inspect the whole line, show you what we found and quote the repair that lasts, even when a quick patch would bring us back sooner.
Local to Durban
We know Durban's suburbs, water pressure and older housing stock, and we serve Durban North, Berea and surrounding areas.
Transparent quotes
You hear the diagnosis, the options and the price before any work starts.
Tested, accountable work
Every job ends with a flow or pressure test, and we stand behind our workmanship.
Durban plumbing questions, answered
Aquafix Plumbing Services answers the most common Durban plumbing questions below, from 24-hour call-outs and burst pipes to blocked drains and water filtration.
Do you offer 24-hour plumbing in Durban?
Yes. Call 072 641 3447 at any hour, including weekends and public holidays.
How often should drains be professionally cleaned?
About once a year as a baseline, and sooner if clogs keep returning.
Can I unblock a kitchen sink myself?
Yes, for light grease. Pour in hot water (not boiling if your pipes are plastic), add half a cup of baking soda, then a cup of white vinegar, cover for 15 minutes and flush with hot water. If it clogs again within a week, call us.
What is backflow prevention?
Backflow is dirty water flowing backwards into your clean supply. A backflow-prevention device stops it, protecting your health and the municipal supply.
Why install a water filtration system?
It removes sediment, chlorine and other impurities, improves taste and protects fixtures and appliances. We test your water and recommend a system that suits your budget.
What should I do about a burst pipe?
Close the main valve, open the taps and call 072 641 3447. We will repair the pipe and restore your water.
Do you work on commercial properties?
Yes. We service offices, restaurants, retail premises and body corporates across Durban, scheduling work to limit downtime.
Last updated by Aquafix Plumbing Services, Durban.
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