Best hot water plumbers in Darlinghurst
Last updatedProximity Plumbing leads because it is open 24/7 and covers gas, electric and heat pump hot water systems. Hot water plumbers in Darlinghurst differ mainly on when they answer and which systems their work covers. None of the businesses listed here is based in Darlinghurst, so each one travels in from a nearby suburb. Pick by how urgent the job is, then by the type of system you have.
Quick picks in Darlinghurst
- Best for hot water emergencies at night: Proximity Plumbing, which covers gas, electric and heat pump systems around the clock.
- Best for gas hot water repairs: Greenaway Plumbing Services Pty Ltd, which also installs solar hot water.
- Best for same-day gas or electric fixes: McElroy Plumbing, with 24/7 cover that includes no hot water.
- Best for a planned Rheem install: Pipe & Barrel Plumbing, with weekday and Saturday hours from 7am to 7pm.
Best hot water plumbers in Darlinghurst, ranked
#1Proximity Plumbing for 24/7 hot water work on gas, electric and heat pump systems
24/7Licence publishedBased in Point PiperProximity Plumbing is based in Point Piper and covers Darlinghurst from there. It handles hot water across gas and electric systems and heat pumps, and names Rheem Stellar electric units among the brands it fits. Emergency calls are taken 24/7, and the business guarantees someone onsite within 30 minutes. Its licence number is 285594C. Gas fitting, leak detection and roof plumbing are also in its range, so a hot water fault that ties into other work can stay with one team.
#2Flow Plumbing for hot water repairs, tank replacements and advice on efficient units
24/7Licence publishedBased in NaremburnTanks and faulty thermostats are repaired or replaced by Flow Plumbing, which also recommends efficient units. It operates from Naremburn and includes Darlinghurst in its coverage. Calls in the middle of the night can cover a gas leak, a burst pipe, a sewer surcharge or a minor fault like a split washer. The business holds licence 359381C. Gas work includes heaters and stoves, and the same team handles kitchen and bathroom renovations.
#3Greenaway Plumbing Services Pty Ltd for gas hot water repairs and solar hot water
24/7Licence publishedBased in North BondiGreenaway Plumbing Services Pty Ltd fixes gas hot water heaters and installs solar hot water systems. Certified for natural gas and LPG work, the firm also fits gas stoves and ovens. Owner Brad is a licensed plumber, and the licence number is 261850C. North Bondi is where the firm is based, and Darlinghurst sits inside its service area. It says emergency plumbing is available 24/7, including the middle of the night.
#4McElroy Plumbing for same-day repairs on gas and electric hot water systems
24/7Licence publishedBased in RandwickMcElroy Plumbing has been a family business since 1930. Both gas and electric units are repaired or swapped out, and many jobs wrap up within a day. Gas plumbing comes with a compliance certificate each time. Its licence is 494711C. Its 24/7 emergency work includes no hot water, burst pipes and gas smells. Randwick is where it is based, and Darlinghurst is part of its coverage.
#5Pipe & Barrel Plumbing for Rheem hot water installs
Licence publishedBased in EnmorePipe & Barrel Plumbing installs hot water services, including Rheem systems, and it also does gas fitting and backflow testing. Enmore is its base, and Darlinghurst appears on its service list. Its contractor licence is 365021C. Its listed hours are 7am to 7pm, Monday to Saturday, so an install is a daytime job. Bathroom renovations and bespoke pipework fit well when hot water is part of a bigger job.
#6Triple Zero Plumbing for hot water repairs and installs, with round-the-clock call-outs
24/7Based in Beacon HillTriple Zero Plumbing repairs and installs hot water systems, and it also takes gas fitting and bathroom renovation work. Urgent burst pipes and blocked drains fall under its 24/7 emergency service. It operates from Beacon Hill and lists Darlinghurst as a suburb it serves. A licence number isn't given publicly, so raise it when you first get in touch. Customers say it takes time to explain the problem and the fix, and regulars say visits happen when promised.
Compare hot water plumbers in Darlinghurst
The table below shows where each business is based, whether it works 24/7, and whether it publishes a licence number.
| Plumber | Based in | After hours | Licence | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proximity Plumbing | Point Piper | 24/7 | โ | โ 4.9 (2885) |
| Flow Plumbing | Naremburn | 24/7 | โ | โ 4.9 (104) |
| Greenaway Plumbing Services Pty Ltd | North Bondi | 24/7 | โ | โ 5.0 (44) |
| McElroy Plumbing | Randwick | 24/7 | โ | โ 4.8 (86) |
| Pipe & Barrel Plumbing | Enmore | โ | โ | โ 4.8 (50) |
| Triple Zero Plumbing | Beacon Hill | 24/7 | โ | โ 5.0 (35) |
| Pro Jet Pipe Relining | Macquarie Park | 24/7 | โ | โ 5.0 (22) |
| East Coast Plumbers | Brookvale | 24/7 | โ | โ 5.0 (25) |
| Jeremy Macpherson Plumbing Pty Ltd | Caringbah | 24/7 | โ | โ 4.4 (52) |
| PH7 Plumbing | McMahons Point | 24/7 | โ | โ 5.0 (7) |
| Mr Splash Plumbing Sydney CBD | Sydney | 24/7 | โ | โ |
24/7* : listed as open 24 hours, but the business doesn't say 24/7 itself. Ratings show from 5 Google reviews.
How we picked hot water plumbers in Darlinghurst
Scores start from customer feedback, and a business with many customers behind its score counts for more. Round-the-clock work the business states itself adds weight, and so does a licence number it publishes. Being based in the suburb counts too, along with what each business's own page says about hot water work. The table shows the basis for each pick.
Hot water plumbers in Darlinghurst: FAQ
Which hot water plumbers near Darlinghurst work round the clock?
Proximity Plumbing, Flow Plumbing, Greenaway Plumbing Services Pty Ltd, McElroy Plumbing and Triple Zero Plumbing all work 24/7. Pipe & Barrel Plumbing's listed hours are 7am to 7pm, Monday to Saturday.
Do the hot water plumbers here publish a licence number?
The other businesses on this page publish theirs, so ask Triple Zero Plumbing for its number when you book.
Will McElroy Plumbing come out for no hot water at night?
McElroy Plumbing lists no hot water among its 24/7 emergencies, along with burst pipes, overflowing drains and gas smells. Its base is Randwick, and it covers Darlinghurst.
What should I have ready when I call about a hot water unit?
Flow Plumbing's page advises knowing the make and age of your unit before you ask for a quote. Greenaway Plumbing Services Pty Ltd suggests describing the job and where the problem is, so the right fitter can be sent.