Plumbers & Gas Fitters Auckland

Why licensed plumbers & gas fitters matter

Water and gas are two building services that simply must work first time, every time. In New Zealand, anyone installing or altering these systems must be registered or certified through the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board (PGDB). Hiring a licensed professional not only protects you from costly rework; it is a legal requirement for most work involving potable water, wastewater, natural gas or LPG.

Selecting the right Auckland specialist

1. Match scope to skill set

• Maintenance & repairs: Dripping tap, blocked waste pipe or pilot light that will not stay lit.
• New builds & renovations: Full hot- and cold-water reticulation, drainage stacks, gas appliance installation.
• Energy upgrades: Heat-pump hot-water, hydronic under-floor heating, solar-ready cylinders.

2. Verify credentials

• Ask for the PGDB card and registration number.
• Check insurance covers public liability and workmanship.
• Review past projects and client feedback on ArchiPro.

3. Compare detailed quotes

Quality plumbers and gas fitters provide transparent, line-item quotes covering labour rates, fixture allowances, consent fees and emergency call-out costs. When the scope changes, insist on written variations before work proceeds.

Typical costs in Auckland (incl. GST)

• Standard service call: $120–$180 plus materials.
• Cylinder replacement: $2,200–$4,000 depending on capacity and efficiency rating.
• Gas hob installation: $450–$700 including compliance certificate.
• Full bathroom rough-in & fit-off: $5,000–$9,000 per bathroom.

Pricing varies with access, fixture selection and council inspection requirements. Use ArchiPro’s request-for-quote tool to receive accurate figures for your specific project.

Compliance & documentation

All gas work and most plumbing work require a Certificate of Compliance (CoC) or Record of Work (RoW). Keep these documents with your property file; they are often requested during insurance claims, refinancing and future renovations.

Co-ordinating with other Auckland trades

Plumbing and gas services intersect with framing, wall linings, claddings and finishes. To avoid clashes and costly rework, schedule your plumber alongside professionals from our wider building & construction network:

• commercial & specialist contractors
• electricians
• painters
• roofing contractors
• metal fabricators & welders
• plasterers & renderers
• insulation installers
• waterproofers
• garage door professionals
• scaffolders & shrink-wrap installers
• stonemasons
• bricklayers
• plasterboard & interior lining installers
• tilers
• building material suppliers
• building waste removal services
• cladding professionals
• construction equipment suppliers
• lift suppliers & contractors
• parking designers & installers
• solar power installers & suppliers
• staircase builders
• balustrade contractors
• windows & door professionals
• prefabricated building suppliers & installers
• demolition contractors
• excavating contractors
• joiners

Next steps

Ready to start? Explore the profiles below, shortlist your preferred Auckland plumbers and gas fitters, then click “Request a quote”. A few minutes now can save hours of downtime and thousands of dollars later.