About Austin Plumbing

I'm a plumber with over 20 years of experience, proudly calling Cairns my home.

My journey in plumbing began with an apprenticeship.

I love every moment I spend here in Cairns. When I'm not fixing pipes, you'll likely find me casting a line into the waters, indulging in my love for fishing. I take my boat out to explore the beautiful waterways. Camping is another way I connect with nature, making the most of the amazing places Cairns has to offer.

At home, my partner in life, Amanda, is a talented hairdresser who adds her flair to our Cairns story. Together, we embrace the community and everything that makes living in Cairns special.

At Austin plumbing we take pride in delivering top-notch maintenance plumbing services for both homes and businesses. With years of expertise in the plumbing industry, we understand the importance of a well-maintained plumbing system in ensuring the smooth operation of your property.

We understand that plumbing issues can't wait. We ensure quick turnaround times, addressing your plumbing needs promptly and efficiently.

Blocked Sewers & Stormwater Drains

Storm water plumbing is crucial here in Cairns, our storm water in the tropics must deal with large amounts of seasonal monsoon rain and, during a flood event, our services become crucial. Regular cleaning of pipes, pits and gutters is essential to prevent blockages and flooding of your property.

If your pits aren’t draining and your gutter and down pipes are overflowing, you know your pipes are blocked.

Blocked sewers and stormwater drains can be caused by broken, squashed, back falling pipes, the infiltration of tree roots, toys, rocks and even other trades working on your property.

A blocked stormwater drain can cause damage to your property and overflowing sewerage can be a safety and health risk to your family.

Indication of blocked sewer and stormwater drains:

Storm water pits not draining
Gutters overflowing
Sewerage overflowing in the yard
Toilets, shower, sink, laundry and basin backing up
Floor waste in the shower and laundry backing up/overflowing
Unusual gurgling sounds from the drains

Sewer Inspection Camera

Our state-of-the-art sewer inspection camera gives us a visual inspection of the interior of the pipe helping identify and locate blocked and damaged pipes from tree roots or cracked pipes from ground movement etc. The camera head also omits a signal from the pipe to a handheld locator on the surface giving us pinpoint accuracy getting us exactly where we need to be to repair the pipe helping save time and money.

High Pressure Jetter

We have a high-pressure sewer jetter that can blast and clear roots, dirt, toys and debris from your sewer and storm water pipes getting them flowing properly again.

Sewer Installation

Replacing damaged pipes from ground movement, tree roots and broken jump ups (connections to the council mains)
Upgrading old earthenware (clay) pipe to DWV PVC (plastic pipe)
Deleting septic systems and connect house sewer to council mains+

Installation of New Storm Water & Pits

We can install new storm water pipes and pits to prevent water pooling in the yard and up against the house, stop water from entering your home and patio area and divert water run-off from other people’s yards.

Repair

We can repair existing blocked, back falling (incorrectly installed) and broken pipes. We can also add storm water pits to existing pipes to help with drainage.

Burst Pipes & Leaks

Burst water pipes can add significant cost to your council water bill if not dealt with promptly.

Indication of water leaks include – water meter spinning when all taps are off, wet spots in the yard not drying up, water seeping out from between or under slabs, water leaking out from internal walls, damp spots and the sound of water hissing when all taps are of.

Repairs

Burst water pipes
Dig up and repair leaks in the yard
Repair leaks under slabs
Concrete saw and jack hammer for cutting concrete
Leaks in internal walls
Concealed Water Leaks

Water Reruns Hot / Cold

Sometimes it’s more cost effective to rerun your water service than it is to keep repairing it . As every house is plumbed differently, I can look at options and consult you for the best way to rerun the water to your home if it’s required. We have the equipment to work with all water pipe materials such as, copper, PVC, poly, pex pipe for example.

Leak Detection

Sometimes leaks can be very difficult to locate. We have acoustic leak detection equipment that allows us to locate leak efficiently by pumping compressed air into the water pipe which amplifies the sound of the leak which then can be located with our listening device.

Renovations & Repairs

Whether it’s a new bathroom or an update to your entire home we can help you to create rooms that suit your needs and totally inspire. We offer a wide range of renovation plumbing services, so every detail aligns with your vision.

Fixture Installation
Fitting Installation
Plumbing Design
Pipe Design
Drain Relaying
Water Tanks & Hot Water Installation

Kitchen

Kitchen remodelling can increase space and improve the functions of the kitchen. Plumbing in the right area, in the right way. You might want to move your dishwasher or sink or do some repairs along the way.

We can advise you on the best kitchen fittings that fit within your budget.

While you’re busy rebuilding your kitchen the way you want it, we’ll be there rearranging or adding in new pipework. Then, when your kitchen is nearing completion, we install things like taps in the kitchen sink to finish the job.

Plan your kitchen plumbing
Offer you a fixed price quote for the job
Advise you on the best kitchen fittings
Install or rework pipework
Install your new kitchen fittings
Maintain your kitchen plumbing

Bathroom

One of the most helpful things we can do is advise you on the right fittings for your new bathroom. While you may already have some ideas in mind, we can help you make the right choices and be assured all your new bathroom’s fittings are good quality and work the way they are meant to.

With us involved in your bathroom renovations, the job will be completed more quickly and, most importantly, all the plumbing work will be first class.

Plan your bathroom plumbing
Offer a fixed price quote for the job
Advise you on the best bathroom fittings
Install or rework the piping network
Install your new bathroom fittings
Maintain your bathroom plumbing

Laundry

The laundry is an integral part of any household. From a complete renovation, general maintenance and washing machine installation and emergency repair for leaking machines, burst pipes or dripping basins, we can help.

Washing machine installation including all required plumbing
Fixing your clogged sinks, basins, pipes and drains
Fixing your leaking taps
Expert advice on laundry renovations or new builds
General laundry plumbing maintenance

Hot Water System

Considering a new hot water system installation? We can find the perfect solution for your needs. From expert advice to skilled installation and maintenance, we're your one-stop shop for hot water systems.

Supply hot water systems and materials
Hot water systems installation
Hot water system repairs
Heat pump installation
Heat pump repairs
Work with electrician to diagnose hot water system faults
Emergency hot water system callouts
Dump the old systems

Water Filters & Fridge Water Supplies

For water that’s cold and that tastes great you can’t walk past filtered water from the fridge.

Plumbed fridges
Pure water filter installation and replacement
Installation of under sink water filters
Installation of fridge water supply and connection
Dish washer installation

Taps & Toilet

Dripping taps and leaking toilets are very common and can either be a simple replacement of a washer or a complete replacement. Either way, we can advise you on the best, most cost-effective solution for your situation.

Regardless of the whether you have individual hot and cold or mixer taps, interior or exterior taps we can fix any toilet or leaking tap around your home.

Service

Service toilet cisterns, replacing inlet and outlet valves, outlet washer, cistern taps, flexi connectors
Reseat and replace tap washers and o rings
Remove stuck and stubborn taps
Replace sink, basin and shower mixer cartridges

Replacements

New taps
New sink, basin and shower mixers
New toilet installation

Waste Treatment / Septic Tanks

Septic tank plumbing is a specialised aspect of plumbing that involves the design, installation, maintenance, and repair of septic systems. Septic tanks are on-site wastewater treatment systems commonly used in areas without access to centralized sewer systems.

We will perform a thorough assessment of your property to determine the right location for the septic tank and based on the size of your household and local regulations, the right size.

We provide routine inspections to ensure that the system is functioning properly and can identify potential issues early, addressing clogs or blockages in the pipes leading to or from the septic tank and detect and repair leaks or damage to the tank , essential to prevent contamination of the surrounding soil.

Installation of septic tank/waste treatment systems
Maintenance to ensure everything is working as it should
Repair - we provide prompt and effective solutions to prevent environmental contamination
Replacement of pumps