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Best Plumbers in Napier and Hastings

We assessed 33 plumbers in Napier and Hastings and ranked the top 5 on their public review record: rating quality, review volume, and how recent the reviews are. How we rank →

Last updated: 15 Jul 2026

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Before you hire

Plumbers in NZ must be registered with the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board. Check their registration before work starts, and make sure any gas work is carried out by a licensed gasfitter. Get a written quote that covers parts and labour.

Top 5 Plumbers in Napier and Hastings

The top 5 plumbers in Napier and Hastings are The Napier Plumber, Alchemy Plumbing & Gas, Cape Plumbing, True Flow Plumbing, and H & O Plumbing, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you book.

  • 1

    The Napier Plumber

    ★ 5.0 202 reviews Top5 Score 169
    5★ 199 4★ 3

    The Napier Plumber turns around failed hot water cylinders fast, coordinating sparkies on the same day to get hot water restored without delay. Mike works to avoid creating extra disruption, leaving sites tidy with no visible trace of the job beyond the completed repair.

    Reviews most often describe: Urgent hot water and household plumbing callouts

    • ✓ Same-day hot water fixes
    • ✓ Coordinates multi-trade jobs
    • ✓ No-mess, tidy worksite
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  • 2

    Alchemy Plumbing & Gas Hawkes Bay

    ★ 4.9 221 reviews Top5 Score 168
    5★ 211 4★ 9 1★ 1

    Alchemy Plumbing & Gas Hawkes Bay turns around emergency jobs fast, with same-day attendance reported for burst pipes, cylinder failures, and unexpected leaks. Itemised quotes with no hidden costs are a noted feature, and the phone team gives clear, prompt responses before anyone arrives on site.

    Reviews most often describe: Urgent same-day and emergency plumbing callouts

    • ✓ Same-day emergency attendance
    • ✓ Itemised quotes, no hidden costs
    • ✓ Prompt callback after after-hours messages

    location_on 129 Maraekakaho Road, Camberley, Hastings

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  • 3

    Cape Plumbing

    ★ 4.8 190 reviews Top5 Score 163
    5★ 175 4★ 7 3★ 1 2★ 1 1★ 6

    Cape Plumbing turns around same-day jobs quickly, from hot water pipe repairs to laundry sink relocations and gas fitting closures. Plumbers arrive with the right gear, explain the fault clearly before starting work, and leave the site tidy.

    Reviews most often describe: Urgent callouts and same-day plumbing fixes

    • ✓ Same-day callouts available
    • ✓ Explains fault before starting
    • ✓ Tidy worksite after job
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  • 4

    True Flow Plumbing

    ★ 5.0 65 reviews Top5 Score 154
    5★ 62 4★ 3

    True Flow Plumbing turns around kitchen, bathroom, and toilet installations without clients needing to chase for updates or timelines. Rob covers everything from small domestic fixes through to multi-dwelling and commercial projects, which means landlords in particular can use one contact across their portfolio.

    Reviews most often describe: Rental property and domestic plumbing jobs

    • ✓ Arrives at agreed time
    • ✓ Spots and fixes additional problems on the day
    • ✓ Responds within hours, not days

    location_on 136 North Shore Road, Eskdale, Napier

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  • 5

    H & O Plumbing

    ★ 4.9 64 reviews Top5 Score 152
    5★ 60 4★ 3 1★ 1

    H & O Plumbing fits in small and urgent jobs even during their busiest periods, which reviewers flag directly as a reason they keep returning. Their office staff coordinate bookings and communicate clearly, so the job is sorted before the plumber even arrives on site.

    Reviews most often describe: Urgent callouts and small jobs needing fast turnaround

    • ✓ Fits urgent jobs when busy
    • ✓ Cleans up after job completion
    • ✓ Same staff kept across repeat visits

    location_on 102 Austin Street, Onekawa, Napier

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Before you book a plumber in Napier and Hastings

Common themes, pricing patterns, and watch-outs drawn from customer reviews and independent research.

What do plumbers typically charge in New Zealand? expand_more

Licensed plumbers in New Zealand charge between $80 and $150 per hour plus GST for standard work. A call-out fee of $80 to $150 plus GST is charged separately on top of the hourly rate. After-hours and emergency call-outs cost significantly more, often $150 to $300 or higher before labour and materials are added. Rates in Napier and Hastings sit toward the mid-range nationally, and reviewers here noted fair and reasonable pricing as a standout when it occurred.

How do I check if a plumber is registered for the work I need? expand_more

The Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board (PGDB) maintains a public register at pgdb.co.nz where you can verify any plumber's licence before work begins. Ask for the tradesperson's registration number and check it matches their name and licence type on the register. A Certifying Plumber can independently sign off their own work, while a Licensed Plumber must have their work certified by someone at that higher level. Work done without a registered practitioner is illegal and can cause problems with insurance, building consents, and property sales.

What's the difference between a quote and an estimate for plumbing work? expand_more

A quote locks in a fixed price for the job, so the plumber cannot charge more without your approval if the scope stays the same. An estimate is a best-guess figure that can change as the job unfolds, which one reviewer learned the hard way when a cost surprise landed without prior warning. For any job beyond a minor repair, ask for a written quote specifically, not a verbal estimate, and confirm that any additional work discovered on site requires your sign-off before it proceeds. Itemised quotes, which some operators in this area provide, make it easier to see exactly what you are paying for and to query any line items.

What are the warning signs of a plumber you shouldn't hire? expand_more
  • –Replacing parts or doing extra work without asking you first, as one reviewer experienced when a tap replacement was carried out instead of the washer repair that was requested.
  • –Weeks passing without a booked job being completed, combined with no proactive communication about delays.
  • –Rude or dismissive office staff who talk over customers and fail to listen to job details.
  • –Offering an after-hours emergency service to some customers but not others who call with the same urgent need.
  • –Failing to follow up after an error, leaving the customer to chase for weeks before receiving an apology.
  • –No clear upfront cost guidance, especially for call-outs, leaving you with a surprise invoice for a short visit.
What should you ask before hiring a plumber? expand_more
  • –Ask for their PGDB registration number and check it at pgdb.co.nz before agreeing to any work.
  • –Ask for a written, itemised quote rather than a verbal estimate, and confirm what triggers a revised quote if the job changes.
  • –Ask what the call-out fee is and whether it is charged separately from the hourly labour rate.
  • –Ask how they handle unexpected problems found during the job, and confirm they will contact you for approval before doing any additional work.
  • –Ask whether they coordinate with other trades such as electricians if your job requires it, as some operators in this area manage that on your behalf.
  • –Ask whether their work comes with a guarantee or warranty, and get the answer in writing.

More top plumbers in Napier and Hastings

The next five highest-scoring plumbers in Napier and Hastings. Worth considering if your first choices aren't available.

  • 6

    Unplugged Plumber

    ★ 5.0 36 reviews Top5 Score 146
    5★ 36

    Unplugged Plumber turns around urgent jobs fast, including burst pipes and sewerage failures, often within the hour and on weekends. Leith is noted for fair callout pricing and moving hot water cylinders outside to free up indoor space, without upselling beyond what is needed.

    Reviews most often describe: Emergency callouts and hot water cylinder replacements

    • ✓ Same-day weekend callouts
    • ✓ No excessive callout fees
    • ✓ Leaves site tidy after work

    location_on 23 Taradale Road, Marewa, Napier

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  • 7

    Laser Plumbing & Electrical Napier

    ★ 4.6 74 reviews Top5 Score 144
    5★ 64 3★ 4 2★ 1 1★ 5

    Laser Plumbing & Electrical Napier turns around urgent plumbing jobs quickly, with same-day and next-morning bookings noted by multiple clients. Their plumber Vince has resolved boiler faults that three other gas fitters could not diagnose, which points to genuine diagnostic depth on heating jobs.

    Reviews most often describe: Urgent plumbing callouts needing fast turnaround

    • ✓ Same-day or next-morning callouts
    • ✓ Diagnosed faults others missed
    • ✓ Arrives within quoted timeframe

    location_on 72 Taradale Road, Onekawa, Napier

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  • 8

    Holders Plumbing Plus

    ★ 4.7 42 reviews Top5 Score 143
    5★ 32 4★ 9 3★ 1

    Holders Plumbing Plus gets urgent plumbing problems sorted fast, stocking hard-to-find parts like tap cartridges that let customers fix leaks the same day. Staff walk customers through product choices in person, whether that is a new shower or a hot water setup, making it straightforward to buy the right thing first time.

    Reviews most often describe: Urgent plumbing fixes and bathroom product sourcing

    • ✓ Same-day parts for urgent leaks
    • ✓ Staff guide product selection in store
    • ✓ Hot water and laundry plumbing installs

    location_on 501 Warren Street North, Mayfair, Hastings

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  • 9

    Jayfix Services

    ★ 5.0 26 reviews Top5 Score 142
    5★ 25 4★ 1

    Jayfix Services gets bathroom renovations finished to a standard that keeps clients coming back for their next project. Josiah quotes thoroughly at the first visit, sets clear timeframes, and stays in contact throughout the job until it is done.

    Reviews most often describe: Bathroom renovations and full plumbing refits

    • ✓ Turns up when promised
    • ✓ Upfront pricing and timeframes
    • ✓ Leaves site clean and tidy

    location_on 19 Leeds Place, Tamatea, Napier

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  • 10

    APlus Plumbing and Gas

    ★ 4.9 31 reviews Top5 Score 141
    5★ 30 1★ 1

    APlus Plumbing and Gas turns around same-day and weekend callouts regularly, with plumbers arriving within an hour or two of first contact. Jacob and his team are known for calling out pricing upfront and keeping clients across what is happening throughout a job, including on complex older homes.

    Reviews most often describe: Urgent callouts and multi-stage plumbing renovations

    • ✓ Same-day and weekend availability
    • ✓ Transparent pricing before work starts
    • ✓ Multi-stage pipe and bathroom projects

    location_on 813b Caroline Road, Mayfair, Hastings

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About this ranking

How are Napier and Hastings's top Plumbers chosen? expand_more

We assess every Plumbers business in Napier and Hastings against public ratings and review data using a consistent, published method. See how we rank for the full methodology. Top 5 and Also Recommended positions are merit-based and cannot be purchased. At the last update, scores in the top 5 ranged from 152 to 169 points.

How often are rankings updated? expand_more

Rankings are refreshed regularly. This list was last updated in 15 July 2026.

Can a business pay to appear in this list? expand_more

No. Top 5 and Also Recommended positions are merit-only and cannot be purchased. Verified businesses may be able to update their listing details in future, but this will never affect ranking positions.

Why isn't my Plumbers business listed? expand_more

We pull from local search results for each category and city. If you're missing, the most common reasons are an incorrect Google Business category or too few recent reviews. At the last update, the lowest-ranked business in the top 10 had 26 reviews. Check where you rank or read how rankings work.