Best emergency plumbers in Paddington
Last updatedProximity Plumbing Point Piper comes first because it runs 24/7 and publishes its licence number, which matters most when a burst pipe floods a house late at night. Emergency plumbers in Paddington differ on what they attend and how fast they arrive. Some list gas leaks, some list burst pipes and dead hot water. Match the job to the list before you ring.
Quick picks in Paddington
- Best for a burst pipe with a published licence: Proximity Plumbing Point Piper, which promises an onsite time within 30 minutes.
- Best for gas and hot water faults at weekends: Norton Plumbing, whose hot water repairs are listed as same-day work.
- Best for flooded sewer and stormwater lines: The Pipe Relining Company, which lists 24/7 emergency work and water jetting.
- Best for overflowing drains and gas smells: McElroy Plumbing, a family business that lists same-day call-outs for both.
Best emergency plumbers in Paddington, ranked

#1Proximity Plumbing Point Piper for burst pipes and blocked drains around the clock
24/7Licence publishedBased in Point PiperProximity Plumbing Point Piper is open 24/7 for emergencies, and burst pipes sit on its list alongside blocked drains. The business promises an onsite time within 30 minutes and states an average Sydney response of 28 minutes. Its licence number, 285594C, is published. Gas fitting and hot water faults are also covered, and the firm is based in Point Piper with Paddington on its service list.

#2Norton Plumbing for gas and hot water faults at weekends
24/7Licence publishedBased in CoogeeDay and night, Norton Plumbing picks up, and a 30-minute target is set for Eastern Suburbs addresses. A same-day turnaround is listed for hot water fixes, with Rheem and Bosch units among those covered. Its gas work is licensed and comes with safety certification, and the licence is 397768C. Business-hours calls skip the after-hours charge, which the firm gives over the phone first.

#3The Pipe Relining Company for sewer and stormwater floods that need water jetting
24/7Based in AlexandriaThe Pipe Relining Company lists 24/7 emergency work for blocked sewer and stormwater lines, which it clears with water jetting at up to 5,000 psi. Its main trade is trenchless relining, so a damaged line can be repaired without digging a trench. Urgent work is booked on 0404 879 929, and the firm reaches Paddington from its Alexandria base. No licence number is shown for the firm.

#4Network Plumbing Rose Bay for after-hours faults from a family team
24/7Licence publishedBased in North BondiNetwork Plumbing Rose Bay is a family-run firm with a local licensed plumber on call around the clock. Crews are quoted for arrival inside an hour when the diary has room. Burst pipes, blocked drains, leak detection and hot water faults are all taken, and gas fitting sits on the same list. Paddington is within its reach, and the firm's licence is 467374C. The firm has traded since 1988, the oldest start among these picks.

#5Flow Plumbing for gas leaks, sewer surcharges and minor faults overnight
24/7Licence publishedBased in NaremburnFlow Plumbing covers 24/7 work across the Sydney region, with gas leaks, burst pipes and sewer surcharges on its emergency list. Minor faults such as a split washer are also attended. Flow's licence is 359381C. It works residential and commercial jobs out of Naremburn. Customers single out the way the team finds the root cause first. Flow posts no price list, so compare firms on a written quote.

#6McElroy Plumbing for overflowing drains and gas smells, family-run since 1930
24/7Licence publishedBased in RandwickStill run by one family since 1930, McElroy Plumbing keeps its base in Randwick. For burst pipes, overflowing drains, no hot water or gas smells, the firm sends same-day crews. Strata and building managers use it for urgent work, and written reports and insurance support can be asked about at first contact. Its licence is 494711C. Price quotes are requested through the online form, as McElroy doesn't post rates.
Compare emergency plumbers in Paddington
The table shows where each business is based, its emergency hours, and whether it publishes a licence number.
| Plumber | Based in | After hours | Licence | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proximity Plumbing Point Piper | Point Piper | 24/7 | โ | โ 4.9 (2885) |
| Norton Plumbing | Coogee | 24/7 | โ | โ 5.0 (134) |
| The Pipe Relining Company | Alexandria | 24/7 | โ | โ 5.0 (175) |
| Network Plumbing Rose Bay | North Bondi | 24/7 | โ | โ 4.8 (149) |
| Flow Plumbing | Naremburn | 24/7 | โ | โ 4.9 (104) |
| McElroy Plumbing | Randwick | 24/7 | โ | โ 4.8 (86) |
| Greenaway Plumbing Services Pty Ltd | North Bondi | 24/7 | โ | โ 5.0 (44) |
| Sydney Backflow Prevention Services | Bondi Beach | 24/7 | โ | โ 5.0 (35) |
| Purified Plumbing & Drains | Thornleigh | 24/7 | โ | โ 4.9 (208) |
| East Coast Plumbers | Brookvale | 24/7 | โ | โ 5.0 (25) |
| Mr Splash Plumbing Sydney CBD | Sydney | 24/7 | โ | โ |
| Your Paddington Plumber | Paddington | 24/7* | โ | โ |
| Jeremy Macpherson Plumbing Pty Ltd | Caringbah | 24/7 | โ | โ 4.4 (52) |
| Maida Pipe Relining | Pyrmont | After hours | โ | โ |
| Wayne O'Neill Plumbing | Malabar | After hours | โ | โ |
24/7* : listed as open 24 hours, but the business doesn't say 24/7 itself. Ratings show from 5 Google reviews.
How we picked emergency plumbers in Paddington
Scores from customers come first, with a weight for how many back each score. Businesses that state their own after-hours or weekend cover, publish a licence number, and name the emergencies they attend move up. The emergency wording on each firm's own pages was checked, and a pick has to name the emergency jobs it attends.
Emergency plumbers in Paddington: FAQ
Who answers emergency plumbing calls in Paddington on a weekend?
Proximity Plumbing Point Piper, Norton Plumbing, Flow Plumbing and McElroy Plumbing all list 24/7 cover, weekends included. Norton's after-hours charge is explained when you ring.
Which emergency plumbers in Paddington handle gas smells?
McElroy Plumbing puts gas smells on its emergency list, and Flow also handles gas leaks. Norton Plumbing takes gas fitting work too.
Do emergency plumbers in Paddington publish their licence numbers?
Proximity Plumbing Point Piper, Norton Plumbing, Network Plumbing Rose Bay, Flow Plumbing and McElroy Plumbing all show a licence number. The Pipe Relining Company doesn't.
How quickly do Paddington emergency plumbers arrive?
Proximity Plumbing Point Piper gives a half-hour onsite target, and Network Plumbing Rose Bay quotes an hour, if bookings allow.