Plumber Alphington

Your Guardian for All Professional Plumbing & Blocked Drains in Alphington

At Guardian Plumbing & Blocked Drains our plumbers in Alphington offer reliable plumbing and blocked drain services in Alphington and nearby suburbs such as Ivanhoe, Fairfield, Northcote, and Kew.

Excellent
Based on 220 reviews
I wish I could give Scott more stars!!!
Absolute legend!!!
I’m at the top of an old 60’s block of apartments. I struggled with really poor water pressure for years. After many other plumbers either over quoted or couldn’t figure out the problem, I had given up in frustration. I’m so glad I tried one more time and got in contact with Guardian. Straight away Scott understood exactly what the problem was and how to fix it. He found a solution that was smart, efficient and saved my bathroom from any damage. He fixed a problem that’s been driving me crazy for years, and in just a day!!! I can’t recommend him enough. He has a great deal of knowledge and experience. If you’re looking for an honest reliable plumber who really knows their stuff, trust me call these guys!!!
Response from the owner:Hi Vanessa Molnar,

Thank you so much for the glowing review about Scott and Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services! We're thrilled to hear that Scott was able to solve your water pressure issue efficiently and effectively. If you ever need any more plumbing work or assistance, remember that we're always here to help. Just give us a call!

Best regards,
Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services - Guardian Plumbing Team

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Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services
https://www.guardianplumbing.net.au/
admin@guardianplumbing.com.au
1300 138 973
1 Elmie Street Hawthorn, VIC, 3122, Australia
Scott is super easy to work with. He has come out to my apartment twice to help with toilet leaks/flushing issues and he gets the job done quickly and easily. Great communication and really friendly demeanour. Would definitely recommend him for any plumbing needs!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the kind words, Shelley! We're glad we could help with your toilet issues. If you ever need assistance with plumbing again, don't hesitate to reach out. Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services is always here for you! - Guardian Plumbing Team

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Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services
https://www.guardianplumbing.net.au/
admin@guardianplumbing.com.au
1300 138 973
1 Elmie Street Hawthorn, VIC, 3122, Australia
Had a great experience with Scotty - he was punctual, knowledgeable and generous with advice. He replaced our hot water system efficiently and neatly, in very short notice, thanks for your help Scott!
Response from the owner:Hi Lauren! Thank you for your kind words about Scotty. We're thrilled to hear that he provided you with excellent service. If you ever need more plumbing work done, feel free to reach out to Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services. We're always here to help! - Guardian Plumbing Team

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Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services
https://www.guardianplumbing.net.au/
admin@guardianplumbing.com.au
1300 138 973
1 Elmie Street Hawthorn, VIC, 3122, Australia
I couldn’t recommend Scott more highly for his knowledge and honesty. He took the time to properly think through the problem and proposed a way of installing a new hot water system with less lag time and inefficiency.

In the end, he suggested an electrician might be able to repair the existing gravity fed system, effectively doing himself out of a job, and he was right. This was after several other plumbers had told me it was beyond repair. Thank you Scott!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the glowing review, Daniel! Scott always goes above and beyond to provide the best solutions for our customers. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need any more assistance in the future. For all your plumbing needs, remember Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services is always here to help! - Guardian Plumbing Team

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Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services
https://www.guardianplumbing.net.au/
admin@guardianplumbing.com.au
1300 138 973
1 Elmie Street Hawthorn, VIC, 3122, Australia
Prompt, courteous and good communication. Highly recommended!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words, Joe! We're thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with us. If you ever need any more plumbing work done, feel free to reach out. Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services is always here to help! - Guardian Plumbing Team

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Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services
https://www.guardianplumbing.net.au/
admin@guardianplumbing.com.au
1300 138 973
1 Elmie Street Hawthorn, VIC, 3122, Australia
Scott provided clear advice and reasonable value for a non-urgent job with only a couple of days notice. Thanks Scott.
Response from the owner:Hi T! We're thrilled to hear that Scott was able to help you with clear advice and reasonable pricing on your non-urgent job. We're always here to help with any plumbing needs you may have in the future. Feel free to contact Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services anytime! - Guardian Plumbing Team

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Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services
https://www.guardianplumbing.net.au/
admin@guardianplumbing.com.au
1300 138 973
1 Elmie Street Hawthorn, VIC, 3122, Australia
Scott was brilliant, punctual and knowledgable. Friendly and helpful kept us informed all the way through the job. Didn't try to extend the job with unnecessary works. Works carried out to high standard as expected from a master plumber. Would highly recommend to those with plumbing needs.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words, Ian! We're thrilled to hear that Scott provided you with excellent service and met your expectations. If you ever need help with plumbing work in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services is always here to assist you with any plumbing needs. - Guardian Plumbing Team

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Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services
https://www.guardianplumbing.net.au/
admin@guardianplumbing.com.au
1300 138 973
1 Elmie Street Hawthorn, VIC, 3122, Australia
Highly recommend Guardian Plumbing👌
Very professional ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Scott is punctual, organised, knows his trade, efficient, resilient, and leaves the workspace very clean when he’s finished.
Excellent communication & 5 star plumbing completed by Scott.
Upgrades to my apartment bathroom & ensuite look fantastic.
Will definitely contact Scott (Guardian Plumbing) if I need any plumbing jobs done in the future.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Julie! We're thrilled to hear that you were impressed with our services and Craig's work on your upgrades. Remember, we're always here to help with any future plumbing needs you may have. Don't hesitate to reach out to Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services anytime! - Guardian Plumbing Team

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Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services
https://www.guardianplumbing.net.au/
admin@guardianplumbing.com.au
1300 138 973
1 Elmie Street Hawthorn, VIC, 3122, Australia
Scottie is a legend! Highly recommend!
He offers honest, professional and prompt service at reasonable prices.
Before the appointment he asked me to send through a few pics so we could discuss, and he could come equipped with the correct parts for the job. He arrived on time, was professional and honest, he showed me what he was doing and why and that made me feel at ease that I was not being taken advantage of.
Even though the work I requested was mainly in the bathroom he still took the time to check the kitchen for any potential issues.
As a first home-owner, I feel much more at ease after his visit. Thank you.
Response from the owner:Hi MelissaP,

Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Scottie provided you with such a positive experience. Offering honest, professional, and prompt service is our top priority, and we're glad you felt at ease throughout the process. Remember, we're always here to help with any plumbing needs you may have in the future. Don't hesitate to reach out to Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services anytime!

Best regards,
Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services - Guardian Plumbing Team

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Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services
https://www.guardianplumbing.net.au/
admin@guardianplumbing.com.au
1300 138 973
1 Elmie Street Hawthorn, VIC, 3122, Australia
Fantastic and prompt service for my urgent plumbing issue! It wasn’t an easy job but Scottie stuck with it and gave me some very clear and practically minded advice about my old plumbing challenges. Excellent work. Will use again. Thank you
Response from the owner:Hi Katherine, thank you so much for the glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that Scottie provided excellent service and practical advice for your plumbing issue. Remember, we're always here to help with any future plumbing needs you may have. Feel free to reach out to Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services anytime! - Guardian Plumbing Team

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Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services
https://www.guardianplumbing.net.au/
admin@guardianplumbing.com.au
1300 138 973
1 Elmie Street Hawthorn, VIC, 3122, Australia
Thanks so much to Scott for his wonderful service — honestly one of the best we’ve had so far. He fixed our leaking pipe, went through the house to repair all the worn-out pipes and taps that had been bothering us, and even cleaned up after finishing the work. He’s knowledgeable, professional, easy to communicate with, very friendly, trustworthy, punctual, and charges a fair price. What stood out most is that he doesn’t just treat it as a job — he genuinely wants to help people and make life easier. We’re really happy with his service and will definitely call him again for any future plumbing needs. Highly recommended!
Scott came to fix a tap and fixed up the tap, the basin in the barhroom, toilet. Very quick and professional and super clean with his work. Above and beyond and would recommend!!!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the glowing review, Konsize! I'm thrilled to hear that Scotr did such a great job fixing everything up for you. If you ever need more plumbing work done, don't hesitate to reach out. We're always here to help. Contact Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services for all your plumbing needs! - Guardian Plumbing Team

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Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services
https://www.guardianplumbing.net.au/
admin@guardianplumbing.com.au
1300 138 973
1 Elmie Street Hawthorn, VIC, 3122, Australia
Highly recommend Scott and the team who massively helped us out with shutting down a leak quickly and replacing our hot water system.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the glowing review, Emilia! We're delighted to hear that Scott and the team were able to assist with your leak and hot water system efficiently. If you ever need any more plumbing work done, don't hesitate to reach out - we're always here to help! Contact Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services for all your plumbing needs. - Guardian Plumbing Team

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Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services
https://www.guardianplumbing.net.au/
admin@guardianplumbing.com.au
1300 138 973
1 Elmie Street Hawthorn, VIC, 3122, Australia
Scott is an excellent plumber, his communication, knowledge and expertise about blockages and plumbing was very informative. He was able to diagnose our plumbing issues and provide evidence and advice for rectification.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words, Athan! We're delighted to hear that Scott provided top-notch service and valuable insights for your plumbing needs. If you ever need help in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services is always here for you! - Guardian Plumbing Team

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Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services
https://www.guardianplumbing.net.au/
admin@guardianplumbing.com.au
1300 138 973
1 Elmie Street Hawthorn, VIC, 3122, Australia
Scott is a brilliant plumber! He is honest and reliable and will offer good advice as well as doing a great job. I highly recommend Scott!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the kind words, Marc! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with Scott. If you ever need plumbing work in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services is always here to help. - Guardian Plumbing Team

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Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services
https://www.guardianplumbing.net.au/
admin@guardianplumbing.com.au
1300 138 973
1 Elmie Street Hawthorn, VIC, 3122, Australia
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About Us

Guardian Plumbing & Blocked Drains is a family-owned plumbing and blocked drain specialist proudly serving the Alphington community of 5,702 residents, from homes near the peaceful trails of Alphington Park to properties close to the lush green spaces of Darebin Parklands and the Alphington Wetlands. With decades of experience in Melbourne’s Inner East, our licensed plumbers understand the local mix of character homes, unit blocks, and commercial sites, and how tree roots, ageing pipes, and seasonal downpours can quickly turn into blocked drains, overflowing gutters, or burst pipes that disrupt your day.

Whether you’re rushing out to live concerts, festivals, or free markets in Alphington or unwinding around Darebin Parklands, Alphington Wetlands, or Coate Park via the nearby nature areas, Guardian Plumbing & Blocked Drains is on call to keep your water flowing smoothly. We use advanced CCTV drain inspections, high-pressure water jetting, and expert leak detection to quickly clear blocked drains, fix leaking taps and toilets, restore hot water, and handle gas fitting issues with minimal disruption, backed by a satisfaction guarantee and lifetime workmanship warranty so Alphington locals can enjoy reliable, long-term plumbing solutions.

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Since

5400+

Happy Customers

How We Work

Let Us Take Care Of Your Plumbing Headaches in Alphington

No matter how intricate or straightforward the task, our team take every plumbing and gas-related issue seriously. We understand that home emergencies can’t wait – which is why our Alphington plumbers are dedicated to being at your doorstep as soon as possible when things go wrong!

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Call Us For All Types of Plumbing Issues

Whether your issue is small or big, call Guardian Plumbing to speak to a friendly staff member. We’ll arrange a time to come inspect the issue at your property.

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Fix Your Plumbing & Charge By the Time It Takes

We’ll work our magic to fix your plumbing or gas problem efficiently as possible. We then charge by the time it takes – no inflated fixed pricing.

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Clean of the Plumbing Area & Full Guarantee

We do our best to leave your property cleaner than when we found it! We offer a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee returning to your property at no cost to you,

Services

Our Alphington Plumbing Services

With our extensive plumbing services, I’m confident that my team can provide you with the perfect solution for your needs in Alphington. From installations to repairs and replacements – no job is too big or small. Let us take care of everything; we have got it covered!

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Burst Pipes

Emergency Plumbing

Burst pipe soaking floors or an overflowing toilet in Alphington can spiral fast, so you need a guardian on-site quickly. Guardian Plumbing tackles urgent leaks with same-day emergency plumbing, led by owner Scott Berkefeld with 35+ years experience and local know-how. Backed by 200+ five-star reviews, we cover Alphington and Fairfield.

  • Burst corroded supply pipes in older homes – Wingrove Street-era plumbing fails behind walls suddenly.
  • Overflowing cisterns flooding bathrooms – Ageing valves in 1970s brick veneers south of Heidelberg Road.
  • Flexi hose blowouts under sinks – Sudden cabinet flooding in renovated kitchens near Alphington Station.
  • Apartment leaks from above – Riverside HOME building and new complexes causing ceiling water damage.
  • Pressure surges and water hammer – Shaking pipes and split joints in semi-detached and terrace homes.
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Blocked Drains

Blocked Drains

Blocked or slow drains in Alphington often come from tree roots in older clay pipes near Wingrove Street and shifting clay soils south of Heidelberg Road. Scott Berkefeld brings 35+ years unblocking drains other plumbers couldn’t, using CCTV drain cameras and high-pressure jetting to diagnose the cause and guard against repeat backups, across Alphington and Ivanhoe.

  • Tree roots in ageing clay drains – common near Alphington Primary and established garden blocks.
  • Shifting-soil joint failures – 1970s brick veneer homes south of Heidelberg Road crack open.
  • Builder debris in newer lines – station-area townhouses clog with grout, sand, offcuts.
  • Shared stack blockages in apartments – HOME building and riverside complexes back up together.
  • Stormwater pits overflowing after downpours – near Merri Creek wetlands, silt and leaves choke.
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Hot Water Systems

Hot Water Systems

Alphington’s mix of older homes near Wingrove Street and 1970s brick veneers south of Heidelberg Road often means tired storage heaters, while newer riverside apartments need compact, correctly sized units. Owner Scott Berkefeld brings 35+ years and honest repair vs replace advice, guarding your comfort with Rheem and Rinnai options, across Alphington and Ivanhoe, plus Victorian rebate guidance for heat pumps.

  • Hot water repairs in Alphington – Fixes weak temperature and noisy storage units in established family homes.
  • Storage system replacements – Swaps ageing cylinders in Heidelberg Road area houses with right-sized models.
  • Continuous flow upgrades – Fits Rinnai continuous flow for multi-bathroom townhouses near Alphington Station.
  • Apartment hot water changeovers – Compact unit replacements for HOME building and riverside developments.
  • Heat pump changeover advice – Assesses suitability and helps access eligible Victorian rebates.
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Gas Fitting

Gas Plumbing

Alphington’s mix of period homes near Heidelberg Road and new riverside apartments means gas checks can’t be skipped – faults can be deadly, so only a licensed Type A gas fitter should touch it. Owner and gas specialist Scott Berkefeld brings Australian Standards committee experience and Smarthouse Plumbing rental servicing expertise. Guardian Plumbing guards safety across Alphington and Ivanhoe with gas services aligned to Energy Safe Victoria.

  • Gas safety checks for older Alphington homes – test ageing regulators, isolation valves, and fittings.
  • Carbon monoxide testing on gas heaters – protect families in Wingrove Street period homes.
  • Rental gas compliance certificates – fast certificates for Alphington landlords and property managers.
  • Cooktop and oven installations in new builds – safe connections in HOME building apartments.
  • BBQ bayonet points for alfresco areas – suit townhouses near Alphington station.

Your Top Rated Local Plumbers in Alphington

At Guardian Plumbing & Blocked Drains serving Alphington, our experienced team understands the importance of each and every job.

That’s why we take special care with all service calls – whether regular maintenance or urgent repairs. We consider customers part of our family; after all, this is a business that has been family-run for generations! If you’re located in Melbourne’s inner east region don’t hesitate to get in touch today –we’d love to help out however we can.

We'll arrive before you know it

We are just around the corner!

Need a plumber or gas fitter in Alphington? Call Guardian Plumbing & Blocked Drains at 1300 138 973 to book a service now.

“As Guardian Plumbing and Gas Services, we will be traveling from Hawthorn to Alphington. Starting on Burwood Road, we will turn left onto Glenferrie Road and continue onto High Street. We will then turn right onto Heidelberg Road and continue until we reach Alphington. Along the way, we will pass by cafes and restaurants such as Axil Coffee Roasters and The Commoner, as well as schools like Swinburne University and Xavier College.”