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Fix-It Right Plumbing

Plumber Northcote, Thornbury, Preston & Reservoir

Right across Northcote, Thornbury, Preston and Reservoir, your neighbours have had their plumbing sorted the Fix-It Right way, done properly, fixed so it stays fixed. Now it's your turn. Below are real jobs we've done around here, what local customers have said, and the plumbers who actually work your area.

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When should we call?
  • No fee for the visit. Pay only if you go ahead
  • Three written quotes before any work starts
  • Licensed plumbers. 10-year workmanship warranty

A Fix-It Right van on a job around Northcote. We're out getting the real shot - up here soon.

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Suburbs we cover

Map of our Northcote service area
  • Northcote
  • Thornbury
  • Preston
  • Reservoir
  • Fairfield
  • Alphington
  • Bellfield
  • Preston South

Part of our Melbourne service area

Our work around Northcote

116jobs in the last 2 years

68in the last 12 months

Most common jobs

  • Leak detection 25%
  • Blocked drains 22%
  • Taps 18%
  • General plumbing maintenance 35%

20%+of the 20 blocked drains around Northcote involved tree roots

In general terms: Inner-north Edwardian/interwar homes alongside 1950s-60s brick in Preston/Reservoir; reactive clay soils.

Water authority: Yarra Valley Water · Council: Darebin

Richie Foster, Fix-It Right Plumbing

Plumbers in Northcote, Thornbury, Preston and Reservoir

We've been working across Melbourne's inner north for years, from the older streets of Northcote and Thornbury up through Preston and Reservoir. It's a part of town we know well, and we're there often.

Over the last two years we've done more than 110 jobs around Northcote. A lot of our work here is leak detection and finding problems that aren't obvious, which makes sense for the area: plenty of these homes are from the early 1900s, with older pipework that springs leaks you can't always see. Blocked drains and tap repairs make up most of the rest.

When a drain does block in Northcote, tree roots are behind it about one in five times. The established streets have mature trees and older sewer lines, and roots find their way into the joints. We check whether roots are the cause rather than just clearing the blockage, so you're not calling us back about the same drain down the track.

Whatever the job, from a hidden leak to a blocked drain or a hot water system, we fix the cause, not just the symptom. That's been the Fix-It Right way since Richie started the business in 2007.

Recent jobs around Northcote

Broken pipe dug out beside the house
Before

June 2026

Burst water pipe, Reservoir

Repairing a broken pipe under the house

What they rang about
We were called out to fix a broken pipe under the house that had been left unrepaired.
What Lachie found
Lachie's inspection revealed issues throughout the stormwater drain, including a damaged section of old terracotta pipe.
What Lachie did
Lachie completed a partial fix by removing the old terracotta pipe, installing a new PVC section with an inspection opening, and then backfilling and testing the area.
Lachie
New valve fitted on the water service after the leak repair

June 2026

Leak detection, Reservoir

Leak detection and pipe repair under concrete

What they rang about
We were called out for leak detection to investigate a water leak beneath the concrete entrance.
What Lachie found
Leak detection revealed a burst cold water line encased directly in concrete without protective lagging, causing multiple pinhole leaks.
What Lachie did
Lachie carefully cut the concrete, replaced the damaged copper pipe, installed a new pressure limiting valve at the meter, and patched the area back up.
Lachie
Old valve under the sink before the replacement
Before

May 2026

Gas leak, Thornbury

Gas leaks check and dishwasher valve replacement

What they rang about
We were called out to assess potential gas leaks and plumbing issues.
What Thane found
While checking for gas leaks, Thane found a leaking dishwasher gate valve and a kitchen mixer that needed servicing.
What Thane did
Thane replaced the leaking valve with a new ball valve, installed a regulator, and serviced the kitchen mixer.
Thane
Drain camera showing roots in the stormwater pipe

March 2026

Blocked drain, Reservoir

Blocked drains stormwater camera inspection

What they rang about
Blocked stormwater drains were backing up into the downpipes and causing mould.
What Lachie found
Blocked drainage lines were heavily built up with debris, along with cracked pipes and tree root intrusion.
What Lachie did
Blocked stormwater lines were thoroughly inspected with a camera before providing recommendations for clearing and repairs.
Lachie
New stormwater junction and downpipe connection

March 2026

Drain relining, Thornbury

Drain relining and stormwater junction repairs

What they rang about
The customer contacted us regarding a problem with their stormwater drain.
What Thane found
For the drain relining needed, Thane found a broken junction and damaged piping under the footpath and nature strip.
What Thane did
Thane carried out drain relining and patching work after excavating to replace the broken junction.
Thane
New kitchen mixer installed and running

February 2026

Dripping tap, Northcote

Dripping taps and new kitchen mixer installation

What they rang about
The customer called about dripping taps with a new tap ready to be installed.
What Lachie found
Addressing the dripping taps, Lachie found the water meter locked in a cupboard and kept the existing isolation valves.
What Lachie did
To stop the dripping taps, Lachie swapped out the old mixer for the new one and carefully connected the hoses.
Lachie

What local customers say

Thane from fix it right was great to deal with, Fix it communicated times and kept me up to date. In addition to the reason for the call out Thane reviewed and did a check on any other areas I might start to see any problems. No pressure for a sale or future work. Just advice! Would highly recommend Fix it Right!
Kristy Sacco
We Fix It Right Plumbing were amazing. Their communication was excellent, and they always explained the situation clearly before starting any work, ensuring there were no unexpected costs. Tristan, our plumber, was fantastic—thorough, professional, and did an outstanding job.
Naamon Whiteman
Thane was quick and efficient in doing our plumbing at our investment property. Fix it right are the best plumbers in Melbourne.
Sam Hass
Thane was amazing! He's incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and the most detailed and thorough of any plumber I've ever had through and we've had quite a few for this issue and never had it resolved until now. Can't thank Thane enough for his time, patience and expertise!!
Jordan Kahler
Thane is fantastic and provide a great service and very friendly. He also takes you through the journey as to what he is doing or planning to do at every stage. He also informs about the cost at every stage . Very transparent and professional .
Max Khoo
Had a issue in the backyard, gave these guys a call and they fit me in that afternoon. Jack and Jake were amazing, easy going and found the problem in this very old house of ours. And came up with a couple options moving forward. Couldn’t recommend them highly enough!
Tristan Bannan
Highly recommend Fix It Right Plumbing. Quick response to my call and their tradesman Jarryd was very friendly, efficient, and professional. Jarryd inspected the jobs beforehand before providing a competitive cost. I was very satisfied with the quality of the work and (bonus) he managed to repair an old fault as well.
Joe Adorno
Jack was great - attended quickly, was very professional and patient with answering my questions. Handled a difficult water heater installation without any issues.
Lisa Dyball

The same plumber, start to finish

The plumber who comes out and works out what's wrong is the one who fixes it, and he stays with your job from start to finish until it's done properly, top to bottom. We don't send one person to look and another to do the work, and we never pull your plumber off your job to chase the next call. Not many plumbing companies anywhere are that strict about it, and it's why the job gets done right the first time.

A Fix-It Right plumber showing a homeowner the pipes under the kitchen sink

Your local plumbers

Jack

Jack

Plumbing Team LeaderWith us since 2020

Jack did a great job on a major pipe reline over several days. Also tidied up the front yard and replanted lawn where excavation occurred. Easy to deal with, reliable, highly recommended.
James McCoy

Jack has a loving family with two labradors and a baby on the way. He has over 10 years experience in the plumbing industry and is always committed to doing the best he can. He loves his footy and keeping fit.

Thane

Thane

PlumberWith us since 2023

Thane was our plumber at mums place and did an amazing job
Gayle O’Brien

I am pursuing further studies in plumbing to develop and refine my skills. I enjoy the diversity that comes with plumbing. When I am not at work I like fishing, motorbike riding and jet skiing, and travelling and camping with family and friends.

Conrad

Conrad

PlumberWith us since 2025

Top-notch plumbing service! We had Conrad from Fix-It Right Plumbing visit today, and he was absolutely fantastic! A true professional, he provided excellent service and solved our plumbing needs efficiently. From the friendly and helpful communication with the girl on the phone to the exceptional work on-site, everything was top-notch. The pricing was fair and transparent, making the entire experience stress-free. If you're in need of reliable and high-quality plumbing, this team is the one to call. Highly recommended!😀👍
Steven McQuie

Conrad has a range of knowledge in plumbing, specialising in urgent repairs for homes. Conrad prides himself on assisting his customers to the best of his ability, and always arrives with a smile on his face.

Mitch

Mitch

PlumberWith us since 2021

Mitch was great. Gave me all the options Was patient and considerate of the dogs ensuring they didn’t get out. Let me know when he was going down the street to get anything he needed. Left the house and garden clean. Thanks heaps mate. Great service. Great customer care and I’m loving my new loo
Tanya

Mitch loves playing sports and is an avid Melbourne supporter in the AFL. He loves the challenge of finding and solving people's plumbing problems and making sure our customers are left pleased.

Lachie

Lachie

PlumberWith us since 2025

Lachie was a great help today diagnosing our blocked stormwater drains. Would recommend
Richard Bartlett

Lachie comes from a background in plumbing home maintenance and loves dealing with customers day to day. In his spare time he enjoys the great outdoors, and recently spent 6 months in Whistler on a working holiday.

Adam

Adam

PlumberWith us since 2017

Adam thanks so much your knowledge and support was appreciated. Rachael thanks for all of your support and communication. Kind regards Brooke
B H

Adam has a young family and enjoys photography. He also has a keen interest in cars. Adam is an experienced qualified plumber who has a flair for leak detection with a 100% strike rate when finding hidden water leaks.

Riley

Riley

PlumberWith us since 2026

We had Riley perform several plumbing tasks for us and he was very proficient explaining everything he was doing as he went along. Also he was such a friendly young man.
Lyn Dalton

Riley is one of our hardworking plumbers, known for his keen attention to detail. He enjoys helping customers out of sticky situations by providing practical, effective solutions and going the extra mile. Outside of work, Riley is a passionate Essendon supporter and lifelong drummer who enjoys tackling challenging motocross trails.

Ben

Ben

PlumberWith us since 2024

Recommended - good experience and reliable Ben advised us when he would arrive, was spot on time and explained everything thoroughly without any prssure. Very proffessional and clean - did a great job!
Mike G

Ben comes from a background of domestic new home plumbing and moved into maintenance to expand his skill set. He is also currently studying further for plumbing. Away from work he is an avid Brisbane Lions supporter and footy fan, and spends time with his partner and close friends.

Cailem

Cailem

PlumberWith us since 2026

Cailem was an experienced plumber and efficient and friendly and I was more than satisfied with the excellent work he did.
Felicity Hayes

Northcote plumbing questions

Why is leak detection such a big part of your Northcote work?

A lot of homes around Northcote, Thornbury and Preston are older, with pipework that's been in the ground a long time. Older pipes spring leaks that often aren't visible, under floors or inside walls. We use proper leak detection to find exactly where the problem is before we start cutting into anything, so we're not guessing.

Who's my water authority in Northcote?

Yarra Valley Water covers Northcote, Thornbury, Preston and Reservoir. If the issue is at the meter or the sewer connection at the street, that's their responsibility, and we'll help you work out what's yours and what's theirs before any work starts.

Do drains block a lot around Northcote?

They're a fair chunk of our work here, and tree roots are behind about one in five of them. The older sewer lines through the established streets have joints that roots get into. We find out whether roots are the cause so the problem actually stops, rather than just clearing it and seeing you again in six months.

How quickly can you get to Northcote?

The inner north is an area we work in regularly, so there's a good chance one of our plumbers is already nearby. We cover Northcote, Thornbury, Preston and Reservoir, plus Alphington, Fairfield and Preston South.

Do you do more than drains and leaks in Northcote?

Yes. Most of what we do is the everyday things that go wrong in a home: taps, toilets, hot water, burst pipes and gas, as well as the leak detection and drain work we're known for. Whatever the job, we fix the cause, not just the symptom.

What every job comes with

  • $0 call-out. We come out and look things over. If you don't go ahead, you don't pay.

  • Three written quotes. The first gets you out of trouble, the last takes care of everything the whole-home check found, and there's one in between. All of them are proper fixes.

  • Fixed For Good. Done properly the first time, triple tested before we leave, and backed by a 10-year workmanship warranty.

Every job

Fix-It Now - Pay Later

12 months, no interest, nothing to pay

Get it fixed today, on any job, and make your first payment in a year. It's there because a burst pipe doesn't wait for payday, and neither should the repair.

*Eligible jobs. Terms, conditions and credit approval apply.

Every job comes with our 10-year workmanship warranty.

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