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Cracked, corroded or root damaged pipework, repaired or replaced.

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What we fix

  • Galvanised supply closed up from the inside and killing the pressure
  • Cracked or dropped sections found on a camera run
  • Joints pulled apart by ground movement
  • Corroded copper at the bends
  • A section that keeps blocking in the same place
What is going on

Why this happens

This is the planned version of the job rather than the emergency one. Nothing is flooding. The pipe has been telling you it is at the end for a while, through a drain that keeps blocking at the same point, pressure that has quietly dropped off, or a camera run that showed the line is cracked rather than clogged.

Age is normally behind it. Galvanised supply corrodes from the inside, so the bore closes up long before it ever leaks and the first symptom is poor pressure rather than water. Early copper thins at the bends. Clay and earthenware sewer does not corrode at all, but it moves, and joints that have opened let roots in and ground water out.

Ground movement finishes the job. Reactive clay swells and shrinks with the seasons while rigid pipe stays rigid, so joints pull apart. Fill that is still settling under a newer house does the same thing faster.

The decision worth getting right is repair, reline or replace. A single cracked section in reachable ground is a repair. A long run under a driveway or a slab is usually a reline, because the digging costs more than the pipe. A supply line that has closed up along its whole length has to be replaced, because there is nothing left in it to save.

Pipe Repairs & Replacement
How we do it

What actually happens on the job

1

Work out what the pipe is

Material and age decide the options. Galvanised, copper, PVC, clay and earthenware all fail differently and all get treated differently.

2

See inside it

On a drain that means the camera and a locator, so the damage is marked on the surface before anything is opened up.

3

Pick the method honestly

You will be told when relining is the cheaper answer, even though digging is the bigger number on the invoice.

4

Open it, fix it, put it back

Where we do dig, the hole goes over the fault and not along the yard, and the surface goes back the way we found it.

Straight about money

What it costs

Quoted in full before anything is opened up. This is not a job to start on an estimate.

Reachable ground is the cheapest case. Under a driveway, a slab or an established garden costs more, and the reason is the access rather than the pipe.

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Worth knowing before you ring

Pipe Repairs & Replacement, in plain terms

Repair, reline or replace

These are three different jobs and the wrong one costs you twice. A single cracked section in reachable ground is a repair. A long run under a driveway or a slab is usually a reline, because the digging costs more than the pipe.

A supply line that has corroded shut along its whole length has to be replaced. There is nothing left in it worth saving, and patching one end just moves the problem along.

How to tell what your pipes are

Galvanised is dull grey steel and a magnet sticks to it. Copper is copper coloured and a magnet does not. PVC is the white or cream plastic. On the sewer side, clay and earthenware are the reddish brown ones with a joint every metre or so.

It matters because they fail differently. Galvanised closes up from the inside and kills your pressure. Copper thins at the bends. Clay does not corrode at all, it just moves and opens its joints.

Keeping the hole small

Where we do dig, the point is to open the ground over the fault and nowhere else. That means locating it properly first with a camera and a locator, and marking it on the surface before a shovel comes out.

It costs an hour at the start and saves a trench across the yard. The surface goes back the way we found it.

Here to help

Not sure if it is a pipe repairs & replacement job?

That is fine. Most people ring us with symptoms, not answers. We will help you work out what needs doing and what can wait.

A quick call helps more than perfect wording

You do not need to know whether to call it pipe repairs & replacement or something else. Tell us what you can see, what has changed, and whether the problem is getting worse. From there we can send the right gear instead of making you diagnose it.

We slow down when the choice matters

Some pipe repairs & replacement work has more than one sensible fix. If a smaller repair will get you through, we will say so. If it is likely to fail again soon, we will say that too, then let you choose what suits the house and the budget.

Small details help us arrive prepared

For pipe repairs & replacement, photos can save time: the label, the leak, the access point, or the place where water is showing. We still confirm it on site, but the extra context helps us bring what the job is likely to need.

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5.0 200+ Google reviews ↗
Rated 5 out of 5

Matt came to our home was a delight to work with. Excellent workmanship and very courteous. Went above and beyond to assist. He provided us with quotes for various plumbing items, he quickly provided a detailed quote, explained options. He was excellent at commencing work in one area, and double checked water pressure in our area, hot water system and the plumbing items I had purchased. A great tradesman. Thoroughly recommend. Thankyou Matt.

Hilary CozierAug 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

Had an issue with our 16 year old toilet leaking from underneath the pan somewhere. Called Blake & he sent Lachlan out the following morning to diagnose & quote. Lachlan gave us 3 options, which was great. We chose the middle one, which included replacing all the internals, so hopefully we should be OK for another 16 years! Both Blake & Lachlan were great to deal with & Lachlan did a great job - definitely better than the original installation, which looked a bit dodgy! Happy to recommend.

Ian TaylorFeb 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

fantastic plumbing experience GENIES Plumbing installed a new shower for me. Sensational job done. THEY WERE FRIENDLY, DILIGENT, answered all questions, cleaned up, Very happy with the finished product. Thank you GENIES plumbing!

Raymond SchwartzJun 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

This is the type of plumbing service that everybody wants. They quote before they do the job. They turn up when they say they will. And they're very good at what they do. Good Service - Fair Price - not something you normally say about Plumbers these days. Keep up the great work Blake, Lachie and Raif.

Rocky WarrenJul 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing service. Highly recommend Lachlan and Genies Plumbing. Thank you for taking time out of your Saturday to put in my new hot water system. Truly a work of art!

Mardi ScottMay 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

Absolutely amazing service from the moment I got in touch with them, and in particular Blake. I explained to him my issue and he took the time and effort (completely unprompted) in providing steps of how he would tackle the problem. When it came time to actually have the issue physically looked at, Lachie gave me a call and let me know how far away he was; he arrived promptly and on-time, and was able to very quickly diagnose and provide a solution. I was quoted on the spot and not pressured whatsoever to have more things looked at than I needed to, which I very much appreciated. While I've got my fingers crossed to not have any further short-term issues with my property's plumbing, I'd wholeheartedly recommend these guys and gals to anyone willing to listen. I'm sure there are many other great plumbing businesses around the Gold Coast, but for my money I'd much rather support a local family-owned business providing a very honest and transparent service, who also aren't looking to bleed your wallet dry.

JackyJul 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

Very happy with the service from Genies Plumbing. We had a leaking kitchen tap and Blake was out in a couple of hours. He sourced a new one, came back later in the day and fitted it. He advised his arrival times very efficiently and was friendly and polite. Would certainly recommend him and call on him again when necessary.

Barbara DalgleishMay 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

Matty was honest, genuine, and professional from start to finish. It’s not always easy to find a plumber you can trust, but Matty was upfront, reliable, and took the time to explain everything clearly. A great company with fantastic service. I highly recommend to anyone looking for a trustworthy plumber. I wish them every bit of success in the future - they truly deserve it!

Keri FeganJul 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

Genie plumbing was magic !! Locky was here on time and knew his trade !! We are doing a renovation in the bathroom and he was great! He is coming back today to install the hot n cold pipes, then the fit out next. The drainage was installed first trip. Nothing was a problem for Lochy ! Good pricing and would definitely recommend Genie Plumbing ✓ Worth 6 stars ★★★★★★ Geoff Tamplin

Geoff TamplinAug 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

I live in a unit complex and had to get my hot water system replaced as it was old and also to meet the current standards and regulations. I contacted the boys at Genies Plumbing. To say I was happy with their service is an understatement. I would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone. They were prompt professional and very neat and tidy and took the time to show me how everything worked and answer all my questions. Thanks Blake and Lachlan for a great job.

Bill JefferisApr 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

Really Impressed !!! Blake and Genies Plumbing did an amazing job and a great price. They listened to what I needed and made it work. They were available really quickly to do the job and I’m really happy with the result.... Already got a couple more jobs for them to do...Well Done Genies Plumbing

BassmanGonzoJul 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

Lachlan from Genies Plumbing arrived on time and thoroughly looked over the job before providing us with a quote which he fully explained. He then cracked on with the work and did an amazing job! He was super easy to deal with and had our bathroom fitted off and functioning within a couple of hours. Very pleased we used Genies Plumbing and would recommend them.

Joel HeyMay 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

Genies Plumbing team was very friendly and explained the different options we could choose from. They were able to do the job the next day! Would recommend and will be having them again for any plumbing needs.

Georgia OatesAug 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

I had a blocked kitchen sink and was quite concerned about the potential for damage and inconvenience. I called Genies Plumbing and once again received outstanding service from Blake. He was prompt, professional, and explained everything clearly. This isn’t the first time I’ve called on Blake, and every time he delivers reliable, high-quality work with genuine care. I really appreciate his consistency, attention to detail, and friendly approach. Highly recommend Genies Plumbing — especially Blake — for exceptional service you can trust!

ICanFixICTSep 2025 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

Blake and Lachlan assisted us with a very complex realignment. They were brilliant. They took the time to explain everything, kept me updated with any issues that arose, kept on time and impressively on budget. They could not have worked harder to resolve our issues. I was so worried that we would need to crack our slab and have to retile the majority of our house. These boys made a plan and stuck to it. Fabulous outcome!!

Geo SmithAug 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

Great service, friendly, reliable and professional. Thanks to Blake and Lachy, we had a water main leak detected and repaired in no time. They went above and beyond to make sure we had rectified the issue quickly. Highly recommended and will be using Genies for all of our plumbing needs in the future

Curt GMar 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

Blake and Lachlan from Genies Plumbing were really helpful when installing a new hot water heater in my home. It was a quick process with excellent workmanship and very reasonable cost. They were both lovely to deal with and communicated with me at all times. I am so glad Genies Plumbing was recommended to me by my electrician. Will definitely call on them again. Trish

Trish ParkerApr 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

From the moment we made the call with our list of to do's - to the moment the boys came and left after the job completion- the entire help was incredible, and the workmanship was thorough and detailed and reasonable". This workmanship advise is Beyond MOST service and help we have experienced over the last few years. Thank you boys! This type of experience is often not the most favourite one for many people, but in this case, what a great time to get everything sorted with an ease of mind and honesty personified. 2 showers 1 bath 1 laundry 1 bathroom sink Thanks again team - we'll see you again. You'll be our first point of call . A++++

Christine Blakelock CowleyAug 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

I called Blake to help locate a tricky water leak on our acreage property, he quickly identified multiple leaks on both the council and our side of the line and got them all fixed. He kept us informed every step of the way, and was incredibly responsive and professional, and a genuinely nice person. He's also helping put together a storm water system to help manage the water drainage away from the house during storms. I wouldn’t hesitate recommending Blake for any plumbing job, big or small.

Shamma IsmailApr 2026 · Google
Rated 5 out of 5

Had some plumbing work done by Blake from Genies Plumbing — removal of an old water meter and repair/replacement of some leaking pipework. Communication was great from start to finish, he was prompt, friendly, well priced, and made sure everything was cleaned up afterwards. Really happy with the work. Would definitely recommend and use again.

Adrian CookMar 2026 · Google
Before you book

Questions we get asked

What is the difference between this and pipe relining?

Relining puts a new pipe inside the old one without digging it up. Repair and replacement means opening the ground and laying new pipe. Relining suits long runs under hard surfaces, digging suits short reachable faults.

How do I know if I have galvanised pipe?

It is dull grey steel rather than copper coloured, and a magnet sticks to it. Pressure that has worsened over years, and rusty water first thing in the morning, are the other two signs.

Do you always have to dig?

No. Where the run is long or sits under something you would rather not disturb, relining avoids it. We look first, then tell you which one your job actually is.

Can it be done in stages?

Often, yes. If several sections are near the end, the worst one goes first and you get a written order for the rest.

Where we work

Gold Coast & Brisbane

📍 Gold Coast

From Coomera down to Mermaid, and west out to the acreage. Our own vans, our own licensed plumbers.

All Gold Coast suburbs

📍 Brisbane

Based in Wishart, covering the southside, the eastern suburbs and the inner city.

All Brisbane suburbs
Brands we work with

We supply, install and service Australia's leading plumbing brands

  • Everhot
  • Rheem
  • Rinnai
  • Thermann
  • Dux
  • Aquamax
  • Vulcan
  • Bosch
  • Stiebel Eltron
  • Posh
  • Mizu
  • Base
  • Caroma
  • Dorf
  • Methven
  • Phoenix
  • Milli
  • GROHE
  • Roca
  • Nobili
  • Sussex
  • Oliveri
  • Clark
  • Nero
  • Fienza
  • Greens
  • RAM
  • Kado
  • American Standard
  • Geberit

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