Burst Pipes & Leaks
Burst Pipe Plumber
Burst pipe or hidden leak? Our eastern suburbs team responds fast to stop the damage — locating and repairing burst and leaking pipes from $230 + GST, 24/7.
✓Fast 24/7 response to stop the damage
✓Electronic leak detection for hidden leaks
✓From $230 + GST — confirmed upfront
QUICK ANSWER
What does a burst pipe & leak detection service do?
A burst pipe and leak detection service locates and repairs burst or leaking water pipes — including hidden leaks behind walls, under floors and underground. Doherty Plumbing Solutions responds fast across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, using electronic leak detection to find the source and repair or replace the pipe, from $230 + GST.
Why Doherty
Nearly 40 years’ experience
280+ five-star reviews
From $230 + GST
Electronic leak detection
24/7 emergency callouts
Licensed & insured
Serving the eastern suburbs
OUR METHODOLOGY
How we find and fix burst pipes and leaks
Stopping the damage
When a pipe bursts, the priority is stopping the water. We talk you through shutting off the mains when you call, then attend quickly to contain the leak before it causes more damage to floors, walls and foundations.
Leak detection
Not every leak is obvious. For hidden leaks we use electronic leak detection — acoustic and pressure equipment that pinpoints the source behind walls, under floors or underground — so we repair the right spot without unnecessary digging or demolition.
Repair or replace
Once we’ve located the damage, we repair or replace the affected section. Burst pipes are often caused by ageing pipes, tree-root intrusion or sudden pressure changes, so we also check whether the surrounding pipework is likely to fail next.
Standards & clean-up
All work is carried out by licensed plumbers to Victorian plumbing standards. We restore your water supply, test the repair, and leave the site clean — with advice on preventing the same problem returning.
BURST OR HIDDEN?
Burst pipe or hidden leak?
Burst pipe or a slow hidden leak? Both need attention — here’s the difference.
Burst pipe
Hidden leak
Signs
Flooding, low pressure, water pooling
High water bills, damp patches, mould, running-water sound
Urgency
Emergency — shut off the mains now
Address quickly to prevent damage
How we find it
Usually visible
Electronic leak detection
Risk if ignored
Flooding and structural damage
Slow damage, rot and high bills
THE PROCESS
What happens when you call us
1
Call us.
Call (03) 9877 5775 any time. For a burst pipe we’ll talk you through shutting off the mains, then get a plumber to you fast.
2
Locate the leak.
We find the burst or leak — visually, or with electronic leak detection for hidden ones — so we fix the real source.
3
Upfront price.
We explain the repair and give you a clear price before starting. Burst pipe work starts from $230 + GST.
4
Repair or replace.
We repair or replace the damaged section and check nearby pipework that’s likely to fail next.
5
Test & clean up.
We restore your water, test the repair, clean up, and advise on preventing it happening again.
DON’T LEAVE IT
Why a leak shouldn’t wait
If you leave a leak
Water damage to floors, walls and foundations
A hidden leak can run for weeks, unseen
Rising water bills and wasted water
Mould, rot and structural movement
With Doherty Plumbing
Fast response to stop the damage
Electronic leak detection finds the source
Repaired properly, not just patched
Advice to prevent the next failure
FAQS
Burst pipe & leak questions
Turn off the main water supply straight away to stop the flooding. If water is near power points or appliances, switch off the electricity. Open taps to drain remaining water, contain the leak with towels or buckets, then call us on (03) 9877 5775 for an emergency repair.
Burst pipe repairs start from $230 + GST. The final price depends on where the pipe is and how much damage there is, which we confirm before starting. We’ll always give you an upfront price rather than an open-ended invoice.
Yes. We use electronic leak detection — acoustic and pressure equipment — to pinpoint hidden leaks behind walls, under floors and underground. That means we can repair the exact spot without unnecessary digging or cutting into walls, saving time and damage.
Common signs are an unusually high water bill, damp or discoloured patches on walls or floors, a musty smell, the sound of running water, or unexplained mould. If you notice any of these, it’s worth getting it checked before it causes lasting damage.
Yes. A burst pipe can flood your home and damage floors, walls and foundations within hours. We’re available 24/7 across the eastern suburbs — call (03) 9877 5775 any time and we’ll get a licensed plumber to you as quickly as possible.
SERVICE AREA
Burst pipes & leak detection across the eastern suburbs
We repair burst pipes and detect leaks for homes and businesses across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, 24/7. Based in Burwood, we reach most surrounding suburbs quickly.
MAIN SERVICE AREAS
FIND US
Doherty Plumbing Solutions
Office hours: Mon–Fri 8:00am–4:30pm
24/7 emergency callouts available
EXPLORE SERVICES
Our plumbing services
Here’s where to go for more detail on the other jobs we handle.
Repairs, maintenance and installs for taps, toilets, pipes and everyday plumbing.
Drain clearing with CCTV and high-pressure jetting for sewer and stormwater drains.
Repairs, servicing and new installs for gas, electric and continuous-flow systems.
Licensed gas fitting, leak detection and carbon monoxide testing — safety first.
Roof leak repairs, gutters and downpipes to protect your property from water damage.
General plumbing, repairs and maintenance for commercial properties, real estate agents and businesses.
Need a fast and reliable plumber?
We provide prompt, reliable services and deliver quality solutions to keep your plumbing running smoothly. Get in touch and let our experts handle your plumbing needs.
REVIEWS
What our clients say
OUR SUPPLIERS
Quality brands we supply & install
GET IN TOUCH
Contact Doherty Plumbing Solutions
Tell us what you need and we’ll be in touch fast with a clear quote. Prefer to talk? Call 03 9877 5775.
