Plumb Plumbing and Drainage

plumber — Wellington CBD · Wellington

About Plumb Plumbing and Drainage

Plumb Plumbing & Drainage is a Wellington-based plumbing business run by Craig Louisson, offering general plumbing, hot water cylinder services, and drainage and blocked drain work across Wellington, Porirua and Lower Hutt. The business covers both residential and commercial clients, from small everyday repairs through to larger installation projects.

Craig brings extensive hands-on experience to the business - the website states '25+ years' of experience on its general plumbing services page and '30+ years' elsewhere, alongside either 600+ or 6000+ new hot water cylinder installations depending on the page, so exact figures vary slightly across the site. What's consistent is the strong reputation: Plumb Plumbing holds an 'Excellent' 5.0 rating from 392 Google reviews, with 350+ of those being 5-star reviews from Wellington clients.

The business positions itself as a full-service plumber - supplying and installing new fixtures, fittings and hot water cylinders (mainly Rinnai and Rheem), while also advising, servicing and repairing existing systems. Plumb Plumbing offers a prompt, reliable service 7 days a week, with new hot water cylinders often replaced within a single day.

Plumb Plumbing & Drainage: Craig Louisson's Trusted Wellington Plumbing Service

Plumb Plumbing & Drainage is a Wellington plumbing business run by Craig Louisson, covering general plumbing, hot water cylinders, and drainage and blocked drains across Wellington, Porirua and Lower Hutt. The business handles everything from small everyday repairs to larger residential and commercial jobs.

A Full Range of Plumbing Services

On the residential side, Plumb Plumbing covers kitchen, bathroom and laundry plumbing, including tap repairs, toilet installations, shower and bath repairs, and appliance connections. The team also handles pipe repairs, water pressure issues, mains water supply work and leak detection, plus outdoor plumbing like garden taps, gully traps and sumps. For commercial clients, services extend to toilet and urinal installations, staffroom plumbing, commercial tapware, and fast clearing of blocked toilets, sinks and drains, alongside supply and installation of commercial-grade fixtures.

Hot Water Specialists

Hot water systems are a particular area of focus for Plumb Plumbing. The business handles urgent repairs for cylinders that have stopped working or are leaking, and supplies and installs new electric hot water cylinders, both indoor and outdoor, mainly from Rinnai and Rheem. For homeowners wanting to move away from gas, the team provides guidance on converting to electric hot water, including infinity electric systems and indoor or outdoor cylinders. Other options include solar-ready hot water heaters and energy-efficient hot water heat pumps, available as new installations or retrofits to replace older systems.

Drainage and Blocked Drains

As fully qualified plumbers and drainlayers, the team also takes care of all drainage requirements, including blocked drains, combining emergency plumbing response with routine maintenance work.

Experience and Reputation

Craig brings extensive hands-on experience to every job - the business's own website cites '25+ years' of experience on its general plumbing page and '30+ years' elsewhere, alongside either 600+ or 6000+ new hot water cylinder installations depending on which page you look at, so the exact figures aren't entirely consistent across the site. What is clear is the reputation this experience has built: Plumb Plumbing holds an 'Excellent' 5.0 rating from 392 Google reviews, with more than 350 of those being 5-star reviews.

What Customers Say

Reviews consistently highlight prompt, professional service and clear communication. One customer described Craig replacing a burst hot water cylinder that had flooded their home, noting he was 'responsive, informative and efficient' and 'very competitive with his pricing,' especially appreciated in winter. Another customer had Craig install a heat pump hot water cylinder, praising a job 'done well and done with no mucking about.' Multiple reviewers mention Craig covering all available options so they could make an informed decision before work began.

Service Areas and Getting in Touch

Plumb Plumbing services Wellington city and surrounding suburbs including Kelburn, Khandallah, Hataitai, Miramar, Seatoun, Roseneath, Thorndon, Wadestown, Karori, Newtown, Island Bay, Ngaio, Johnsonville and Tawa, as well as Porirua and Lower Hutt. The business offers a prompt and reliable service 7 days a week, and can be reached on 027 310 9399 to discuss any plumbing requirements.

Signature items

  • Hot Water Cylinder Replacement
  • Emergency/Urgent Repairs
  • Blocked Drains
  • Hot Water Heat Pumps
  • Electric Infinity Systems
  • Gas to Electric Conversion

Menu

Drainage

  • Drainage & Blocked Drains — Emergency plumbing and routine maintenance

Hot Water Services

  • Urgent Repairs / No Hot Water — Prompt, reliable emergency service
  • Hot Water Cylinder Tank Leaking — Diagnosis and repair or replacement
  • Electric Hot Water Cylinder Replacements & New Installations — Indoor and outdoor water heaters and cylinders
  • Converting from Gas to Electric — Guidance on infinity electric and cylinder options
  • Electric Infinity & Continuous Flow Water Heaters — Exterior-mounted, saves indoor space
  • Improving Hot Water Shower Pressure — Shower heads, mixers, pressure-reducing valve setup
  • Solar Ready Hot Water Heaters — Supply and installation of cylinder (solar panel setup not included)
  • Hot Water Heat Pumps — New installations and retrofits, can connect to existing cylinder

Commercial Plumbing

  • General Plumbing Maintenance and Repairs
  • Toilets, Urinals & Hand Basin Installation
  • Kitchen and Staffroom Plumbing — Sinks, mixers, dishwashers
  • Commercial Tapware Repairs and Replacements
  • Leak Detection and Pipe Repairs
  • Blocked Toilets, Sinks and Drains — Cleared quickly
  • Water Pressure Troubleshooting
  • Commercial-Grade Fixtures & Fittings — Supply and installation
  • Appliance Connections — Dishwashers, washing machines, water chillers, fridge units
  • Hot Water System Servicing — Repairs and installations, storage or instant

Residential Plumbing

  • Tap Repairs and Replacement — Leaking, dripping, or worn-out taps
  • Toilet Repairs and New Installations — Including blocked toilets
  • Shower and Bath Repairs — Leaks, mixers, pressure issues, replacements
  • Kitchen Plumbing — Sinks, mixers, waste connections, dishwashers, insinkerators
  • Laundry Plumbing — Tubs, taps, washing machine connections
  • Appliance Connections — Fridges with water/ice, dishwashers, washing machines
  • Pipe Repairs and Replacements — Leaking, burst, or corroded pipes
  • Water Pressure Problems — Diagnosis and solutions
  • Mains Water Supply Repairs and Replacements
  • Water Leak Detection
  • General Plumbing Maintenance
  • Outdoor Taps & Hose Connections
  • Gully Traps, Sumps & Drainage Connections
  • Hot Water Cylinder Sacrificial Anodes — Checking and replacement

Frequently asked questions

What areas does Plumb Plumbing service?
Wellington city and suburbs including Kelburn, Khandallah, Hataitai, Miramar, Seatoun, Roseneath, Thorndon, Wadestown, Karori, Newtown, Island Bay, Ngaio, Johnsonville and Tawa, plus Porirua and Lower Hutt.
Does Plumb Plumbing offer emergency plumbing?
Yes, prompt emergency service is available 7 days a week, including for urgent hot water and leak issues.
What hot water cylinder brands do you install?
Mainly Rinnai and Rheem.
Do you service commercial properties?
Yes, including maintenance, repairs, fixture installation and hot water system servicing for businesses.
How quickly can a hot water cylinder be replaced?
New hot water cylinders are often replaced within 1 day.
What are the opening hours?
A prompt and reliable service is offered 7 days a week.
Who owns Plumb Plumbing?
Craig Louisson.

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