When it has to be done right, Christchurch calls Water Craft.
Local, boutique and 15+ years strong — from a 2am burst pipe to a full bathroom renovation, we turn up on time, fix it properly with upfront pricing, and leave your place tidy.
- Upfront, fixed pricing
- Same-day & 24/7 emergency
- Licensed & PGD-registered
- Workmanship guaranteed

Five-star plumbing, backed by real guarantees
Licensed & PGD-registered
Every job done to NZ code by registered plumbers, gasfitters & drainlayers.
Upfront, fixed pricing
A clear written price before we start — no nasty surprises, ever.
24/7 emergency callout
Burst pipe at 2am? We answer the phone and we turn up — day or night.
Workmanship guaranteed
We stand behind every job and leave your home spotless.
Accredited & trusted across the New Zealand trade
Plumbing, drainage & gas — done properly
From a 2am burst pipe to a full bathroom renovation — one Christchurch team that turns up, fixes it right, and tidies up.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, major leaks and blockages don't wait — and neither do we. Fast response across Christchurch, day or night.
Available 24/7 · Burst pipes & leaks · Rapid Christchurch callout
Blocked Drains & Drainage
Our speciality. We locate and clear the blockage, then repair or replace damaged pipework — from kitchen sinks to main sewer and stormwater lines.
Blockage clearing · Drain repairs · New drainage & sumps
Hot Water Systems
No hot water? We repair, replace and install gas continuous and electric cylinder systems, sized right for your home.
Repairs & replacements · Gas & electric · Mains & low pressure
Gasfitting
Registered gasfitting done safely — from safety inspections and leak repairs to cookers, heating, BBQ lines and new gas hot water.
Safety inspections · Leak detection · Cookers & BBQ lines
Backflow Prevention
IQP backflow prevention testing, repairs and new installations to keep your home or business compliant and your drinking water safe.
Annual IQP testing · New device installation · Repairs & compliance
Bathroom & Kitchen Renovations
Renovating? We handle all the plumbing behind a beautiful, watertight bathroom or kitchen — fixtures, tapware and finishing.
Full renovation plumbing · Fixtures & tapware · Watertight finishes
Maintenance & Contracts
Tailored maintenance for landlords, property managers and body corporates — packages built around your properties, with 24/7 callout.
Landlords & property managers · 24/7 callout service
New Housing & Refurbishments
Complete plumbing and drainage for new builds and refurbishments — water main replacements, rough-in, fit-off and upgrades.
Rough-in & fit-off · Water mains · Refurbishments & upgrades

Hugo Nel
Owner · Plumbing & Drainage Specialist
A local, boutique Christchurch plumber — built on traditional values.
Water Craft Plumbing is a local, boutique business specialising in plumbing, drainage and gasfitting throughout Christchurch. With over 15 years experience and proud membership of the New Zealand Plumbers, Gasfitters & Drainlayers Board, our point of difference is simple: we're here for you when you need us, ready to take care of everything tailored to your timeframe, property or business. Workmanship is guaranteed, so booking a plumber is done with confidence — we show up when we say we will, fix it properly, and leave your place tidy.
Over 15 years experience
Across plumbing, drainage and gas.
Registered & guaranteed
PGD Board member; workmanship guaranteed.
Here when you need us
Real 24/7 cover, tailored to your timeframe.
Tidy, respectful work
We protect your home and clean up before we leave.
Sorted in four simple steps
- 01
Call or message
Tell us what's going on — we'll give honest advice on the spot.
- 02
Fast, upfront quote
A clear price before we start. No surprises later.
- 03
We fix it properly
Tidy, efficient work done right the first time.
- 04
Checked & cleaned up
We test everything and leave your home spotless.
Rated 4.9 by Christchurch locals
“Hugo does a fantastic job. Very professional and his advice was always cost-effective. He's one of those tradies you just know you can trust — work always done on time and to a high standard.”
“I googled and found your number — and can see why your rating's so high! You talked us through what could fix our issue, and it worked. A genuine, top bloke. Highly recommend!”
“Excellent service — Hugo was prompt and quick to fix our problem, plus a clear, detailed invoice on costs. A pleasure to deal with. Will be using this company again.”
“Punctual, reliable and great communication. Options are discussed in a respectful manner. We've used Hugo for our plumbing needs for several years now and would recommend him to others.”
“Seeing Hugo's work first-hand — and how he puts his client first — shows how much he cares about what he does. I only recommend Water Craft Plumbing to my clients.”
“Hugo completed the plumbing on a large residential building project for us. He's honest, reliable and efficient — best of all, we had no leaks! We'd be very happy to use him again on future projects.”
“Hugo was punctual, friendly and easy to deal with. He did an excellent job, was communicative throughout the process, and stuck to the quote he provided.”
“Hugo was professional, competent, cheerful and efficient. I'm very pleased with the outcome.”
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Genuine offers from Water Craft Plumbing. Call Hugo on 021 255 2977 to book — Christchurch-wide.
Free, no-obligation quote
Honest advice, clear pricing
- Free on-site assessment
- Clear, upfront quote
- No surprises, no pressure
- Book any time
Gas Continuous Hot Water
Supplied & installed, +GST
- Old cylinder removed & plumbing converted
- LPG station & regulator installed
- New gas line (up to 5m to bottles)
- Bosch 26E Califont supplied
- Commissioning & gas certification included
2 Hours Labour
+GST — limited-time special
- Two hours of on-site labour
- General plumbing tasks
- Registered, guaranteed work
- Christchurch-wide
Proudly serving Christchurch & North Canterbury
Based in Rangiora, we cover Christchurch city and the wider Canterbury region. Not sure if we reach you? Give us a quick call.
- Rangiora
- Kaiapoi
- Woodend
- Pegasus
- Belfast
- Christchurch Central
- Papanui
- Riccarton
- Fendalton
- Merivale
- St Albans
- Halswell
- Lincoln
- Rolleston
Same-day service available across most of Canterbury.
Questions, answered
Do you offer 24/7 emergency plumbing?
Yes — we provide round-the-clock emergency plumbing across Christchurch. Burst pipe, major leak or blocked drain? Call us any time on 021 255 2977.
Are you registered and qualified?
Yes — Water Craft is a member of the New Zealand Plumbers, Gasfitters & Drainlayers Board, so every job is carried out by registered tradespeople and to code. Our workmanship is guaranteed.
Do you do gasfitting?
Yes — we're registered gasfitters. We handle gas safety inspections, leak detection and repair, cooker, heating and BBQ connections, gas hot water and new gas lines.
Can you do backflow prevention testing?
Yes — we provide IQP backflow prevention testing, repairs and new installations to keep your property compliant and your drinking water safe.
Can you clear blocked drains?
Absolutely — drainage and blocked drains are our speciality. We locate the blockage, clear it, and can repair or replace damaged pipework, sumps and field drains when needed.
What areas do you cover?
We're based in Rangiora and cover Christchurch city and the wider Canterbury area. Not sure if we reach you? Give us a quick call and we'll let you know.
Will I get a price before work starts?
Yes. We give you a clear, upfront quote so you know exactly what to expect before any work begins.
How quickly can you get to me?
For emergencies we're on the way as fast as we can be. For standard jobs we'll book the soonest time that suits you.
Got a leak, a blockage, or no hot water?
Talk to a registered Christchurch plumber who gives straight advice and a fast, upfront quote — 24 hours a day.
Book a Christchurch plumber
Call Hugo on 021 255 2977 (mobile) or 03 313 6571 (landline), or send a message — we'll get straight back to you, day or night.
- Emergencies
- 24 / 7
- Standard bookings
- Mon – Sat, 7am – 6pm
- Sunday
- Emergency only











