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
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.

Every job done to NZ code by registered plumbers, gasfitters & drainlayers.
A clear written price before we start — no nasty surprises, ever.
Burst pipe at 2am? We answer the phone and we turn up — day or night.
We stand behind every job and leave your home spotless.
Accredited, registered and trusted across the New Zealand trade
From a 2am burst pipe to a full bathroom renovation — one Christchurch team that turns up, fixes it right, and tidies up.
Burst pipes, major leaks and blockages don't wait — and neither do we. Fast response across Christchurch, day or night.
Our speciality. We locate and clear the blockage, then repair or replace damaged pipework — from kitchen sinks to main sewer and stormwater lines.
No hot water? We repair, replace and install gas continuous and electric cylinder systems, sized right for your home.
Registered gasfitting done safely — from safety inspections and leak repairs to cookers, heating, BBQ lines and new gas hot water.
IQP backflow prevention testing, repairs and new installations to keep your home or business compliant and your drinking water safe.
Renovating? We handle all the plumbing behind a beautiful, watertight bathroom or kitchen — fixtures, tapware and finishing.
Tailored maintenance for landlords, property managers and body corporates — packages built around your properties, with 24/7 callout.
Complete plumbing and drainage for new builds and refurbishments — water main replacements, rough-in, fit-off and upgrades.

Hugo Nel
Owner · Plumbing & Drainage Specialist
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.
Across plumbing, drainage and gas.
PGD Board member; workmanship guaranteed.
Real 24/7 cover, tailored to your timeframe.
We protect your home and clean up before we leave.
Tell us what's going on — we'll give honest advice on the spot.
A clear price before we start. No surprises later.
Tidy, efficient work done right the first time.
We test everything and leave your home spotless.
“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.”
Genuine offers from Water Craft Plumbing. Call Hugo on 021 255 2977 to book — Christchurch-wide.
Honest advice, clear pricing
Supplied & installed, +GST
+GST — limited-time special
Based in Rangiora, we cover Christchurch city and the wider Canterbury region. Not sure if we reach you? Give us a quick call.
Same-day service available across most of Canterbury.
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.
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.
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.
Yes — we provide IQP backflow prevention testing, repairs and new installations to keep your property compliant and your drinking water safe.
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.
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.
Yes. We give you a clear, upfront quote so you know exactly what to expect before any work begins.
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.
Talk to a registered Christchurch plumber who gives straight advice and a fast, upfront quote — 24 hours a day.
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.