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24/7 Emergency Plumber in Dunsborough & Surrounds
Blocked toilet, burst pipe or no hot water in your Dunsborough home? Rickwood Plumbing & Gas provides fast, licensed emergency plumbing 24/7 across Dunsborough, Yallingup, Eagle Bay and nearby areas.
Rickwood Plumbing and Gas
Our Emergency Plumbing Service
When plumbing goes wrong in the middle of the night or on a long weekend, you need a local emergency plumber who answers the phone, arrives quickly and knows how to make your home safe.
Rickwood Plumbing & Gas is based near Busselton and provides 24/7 emergency plumbing across:
Dunsborough
Yallingup
Eagle Bay
Quindalup and surrounding coastal areas
Other nearby localities by arrangement
Your emergency is attended by a licensed plumber (PL9343) and gasfitter (GF015595), so you can be confident the work is done safely and in line with Western Australian regulations.
In a plumbing emergency, call 0412 122 018 immediately.
Common Emergency Plumbing Problems in Dunsborough
Burst Pipes in Holiday Homes & Coastal Properties
Dunsborough’s mix of permanent homes, holiday houses and short-stay rentals means burst pipes can go unnoticed and cause significant damage if not handled quickly.
Common causes include:
Ageing or poorly insulated pipework
Corrosion in older coastal properties
High water pressure or sudden surges
Accidental damage during renovations or landscaping
Warning signs:
Sudden loss of water pressure or no water at all
Water pooling in gardens, driveways or under the house
Damp or stained walls, ceilings or floors
Unexpectedly high water bills
A burst pipe in a holiday home can be especially serious if guests are arriving soon or the property is vacant. We’ll attend as quickly as possible, isolate the leak, repair damaged sections and advise on preventing a repeat.
What to do right now:
Turn off the water at the main if you can access it safely
Move valuables and soft furnishings away from affected areas
Call 0412 122 018
Overflowing Toilets & Blocked Sewer Lines
With busy holiday periods, extra guests and high usage, toilets in Dunsborough and surrounds often become emergency call-outs.
Typical causes:
Wipes, sanitary products and foreign objects flushed down toilets
Excess paper, especially in rental or holiday accommodation
Tree roots or collapsed sections in sewer pipes
Shared strata or unit plumbing issues
Warning signs:
Toilet bowl rising close to the rim when flushed
Sewage smell in bathrooms or outside
Gurgling sounds from nearby drains
An overflowing toilet can damage floors and create a health hazard. We’ll:
Identify whether the blockage is local or further down the sewer line
Clear it safely and hygienically
Advise on any repair or maintenance needed so it doesn’t keep happening
If your toilet is overflowing or close to it:
Stop flushing immediately
Keep people away from affected areas
Call 0412 122 018 for an emergency plumber
Blocked Drains with Sewage Smell or Overflow
Not all blocked drains are emergencies, but if there’s sewage smell, overflow or backing up in multiple fixtures, it needs urgent attention.
This is common in:
Older holiday homes with ageing pipework
Coastal properties with tree root intrusion
Busy short-stay rentals during peak periods
Warning signs:
Sewage or grey water backing up into showers, floor wastes or basins
Outside drains overflowing when toilets are flushed or water is used
Gurgling noises from drains in different parts of the property
We’ll respond quickly, clear the immediate blockage, and advise if further investigation (such as a camera inspection) is needed to protect your property and guests.
No Hot Water Before Guests Arrive
In a coastal town like Dunsborough, no hot water is a common “emergency”, especially with guests arriving or during peak holiday periods.
Common causes:
Faulty hot water systems (gas or electric)
Pilot lights going out
Failing components in older units
Incorrect settings or overloaded systems
We can:
Diagnose why you have no hot water or inconsistent temperatures
Repair or re-light where practical
Advise if replacement is the best long-term solution
Install a new hot water unit to meet your household or guest capacity
If you’ve woken up to no hot water or discovered the issue just before visitors arrive, call 0412 122 018.
Gas Smells or Suspected Gas Leaks
Gas safety is critical in any home, but especially in holiday accommodation with changing occupants. Suspected gas leaks are always treated as an emergency.
Warning signs:
Smell of gas inside or around the property
Hissing sound from gas pipework or connections
Pilot lights frequently going out or burning irregularly
Headaches, dizziness or nausea when gas appliances are in use
As a licensed gasfitter (GF015595), we can attend to:
Leaking or damaged gas pipework
Faulty appliance connections
Non-compliant or unsafe gas installations
If you suspect a gas leak:
Turn off the appliance and the gas at the meter if safe to do so
Open doors and windows to ventilate the area
Avoid open flames, smoking and operating electrical switches
Call 0412 122 018 immediately
When to Call an Emergency Plumber in Dunsborough
You should call our 24/7 emergency plumber in Dunsborough if:
Water is flooding inside your home or holiday property
Toilets or drains are overflowing with sewage
You can smell gas or suspect a gas leak
You have no water or no hot water and guests are due or already staying
There is a clear risk of property damage or safety concerns
If you’re unsure how urgent it is, call 0412 122 018 and we’ll help you decide.
Why Choose Rickwood Plumbing & Gas for Emergencies in Dunsborough?
24/7 emergency response: We’re available around the clock for urgent plumbing and gas issues.
Local to the region: Based near Busselton, we regularly service Dunsborough, Yallingup, Eagle Bay and nearby coastal areas.
Licensed & insured: Work is carried out by a licensed plumber (PL9343) and gasfitter (GF015595) who understands WA regulations.
Holiday-home friendly: We understand the urgency when you have guests arriving or staying and will prioritise jobs that affect comfort and safety.
Clear communication: We explain the situation, what needs to be done immediately, and what can wait for a follow-up visit where appropriate.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee on workmanship: Once the emergency is under control, we complete repairs to a standard we’re proud to stand behind.
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If you’re dealing with a plumbing or gas emergency in Dunsborough or nearby areas
Based in Ambergate, Rickwood Plumbing & Gas primarily services Busselton (including the CBD, Geographe, Broadwater, West Busselton, and Vasse), Ambergate and nearby rural properties, Dunsborough and surrounding coastal areas, Capel, and other nearby locations by arrangement; if you’re unsure if we cover your area, please contact us with your address and job details, and we’ll let you know how we can help.
Office Location
54 Morava Dr, Ambergate WA 6280