WaterFix® Residential

Save water, save money, get great deals

WaterFix Residential can help you save water at home by fixing visible leaks at no cost and installing WELS 4-star rated fittings at great prices.

Low $44 standard callout fee
For customers receiving a pension rebate, the first callout is just $16.50.
All Saturday appointments incur an additional $44 surcharge.

Or call us on 1800 807 475 7:30am–5pm Monday to Friday (except public holidays).


How we help you save

Fixing visible leaks and replacing old fittings can make a big difference to how much water your household uses.

  • Taps: Replacing inefficient taps with WELS 4-star rated taps can reduce water use by up to 52%.
  • Showerheads: Replacing an inefficient showerhead with a WELS 4-star rated showerhead can reduce water use by up to 50%.
  • Toilets: Replacing a single-flush toilet with a WELS 4-star rated dual-flush toilet can reduce water use by up to 63%.

Our qualified plumbers are available 7:30am–5pm Monday to Friday, and 8am–4pm on Saturdays (excluding public holidays).

Contractor licence number 212277C


WaterFix Residential services

  • All services are provided by qualified plumbers.
  • For visible leaks, we discuss required repair work, suggest water-efficient devices, and do additional repairs you agree to.
  • We can supply and install new showerheads, taps and toilets. Choose from our Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards (WELS) 4-star standard range (with 3-month workmanship warranty), or provide the item yourself.
  • Prices include removal and disposal of existing items, and installation of new ones. You're welcome to compare quotes from your local plumber.
  • Charges will be added to your next Sydney Water bill.

Find all our economical services on the WaterFix Residential schedule of services and charges and see the WaterFix Residential terms and conditions.
 

Or call us on 1800 807 475 7:30am–5pm Monday to Friday (except public holidays).


Repairing leaks you can see

WaterFix Residential plumbers can repair minor visible leaks from taps or toilets on your property.

 

Taps

Minor indoor tap leak repair
$0 per leak + callout fee

Leaking outdoor tap replacement
$0 per tap + callout fee

Flick mixers, ceramic cartridge taps, quarter-turn mixing taps
As quoted + callout fee

Toilets

Outlet washer replacement
$0 + callout fee

Inlet valve replacement
$0 + callout fee

Mini stop tap replacement
$11 + callout fee

Cracked or leaking cisterns and toilet pans, concealed cisterns and pans
As quoted + callout fee

Some leaks aren't covered by WaterFix Residential
If the leak is between your water meter and your building, please contact a licensed plumber.
If the leak is coming from your water meter or meter tap or your property's pipes between the water meter and the street, we may fix it. Call 13 20 90 24/7.
If you think you have a leak but can't see it, do a leak test. Contact a specialist plumber or WaterFix Concealed Leaks.


Tap replacement

We can install tap sets from the range below at the quoted prices. We can also install tap sets that you supply. Price for labour only depends on your tap set, plus callout fee. The plumber may require additional materials at extra cost.
 


Showerhead replacement

We can install showerheads from the range below at the quoted prices. We can also install showerheads that you supply. Price for labour only is $11 for each replacement, plus callout fee. The plumber may require additional materials at extra cost.

 


Toilet replacement

We can install toilets from the range below at the quoted prices. We can also install a toilet that you supply. Price for labour only is $220 each replacement ($110 to replace single-flush toilet), plus callout fee. Make sure your new toilet is a compatible replacement. Complete the WaterFix Residential toilet checklist and call us on 1800 807 475 7:30am–5pm Monday to Friday (except public holidays). The plumber may require additional materials at extra cost.
 


What our customers say

"They turned up on time. Fantastic description of what was available. We had our problems fixed without a fuss. He installed new taps for us and then offered a free showerhead. The showerhead is so good!!!! Might not be as water efficient because we are spending more time under it. Thank you Sydney Water for a fantastic service."
Jeremy, Cordeaux Heights
"All the plumbing problems were fixed to our satisfaction. Charges were competitive. Plumber was courteous and respectful in dealing with us, knew his job well."
Jagdis, Potts Hill
"WaterFix was extremely good to deal with and the plumber they sent was on time and very professional thank you."
Emanuel, Bringelly
"Tony, was punctual, very polite, he also clearly explained the necessary procedures and completed the tasks very professionally. Tony was very clear in letting us know any relevant details. We appreciate Sydney Water and WaterFix; it is a great and important service for the community."
Edward, The Ponds
"I really appreciate the Sydney Water to provide this service for confused customers like me. It's extremely hard for me to understand the commercial plumber's quote, however this was pretty clear with Sydney Water's service."
Krishna, Acacia Gardens
"The complete process was seamless. The customer care call explained the process well. The visiting plumber shared everything well in advance."
Nidhi, Stanhope Gardens