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Leaking pipe under my kitchen sink in Halifax — need it looked at.
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HRM-wide
12+ neighbourhoods covered
$150–$2,500
typical residential range
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Add photos when you post so the contractor can size the job before they reply.
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Most residential plumbing jobs in HRM land between $150 and $2,500. The low end is a service call with a simple fix; the high end is a full water heater replacement with parts and disposal. After-hours and weekend call-outs carry a premium. Every range below is confirmed with you in writing before any work starts.
Ranges reviewed August 2026 · ranges, not quotes · partner-confirmed before booking.
| Job | Typical range | Usual timing | What moves the price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency call-out, after hours | $150 – $350 | Same day | Dispatch plus the first hour on site |
| Drain or clog clearing | $175 – $450 | 1–2 days | Depth of the blockage, snake vs. jetting |
| Toilet repair or replacement | $150 – $700 | 1–3 days | Repair kit vs. new unit and haul-away |
| Leak locate and repair | $200 – $900 | Same day – 2 days | Whether the wall or floor has to be opened |
| Water heater repair | $200 – $600 | 1–2 days | Element, thermostat or ignition parts |
| Water heater replacement (40–60 gal) | $1,400 – $2,500 | 2–5 days | Tank size, venting, disposal of the old unit |
| Frozen pipe thaw and repair | $250 – $1,200 | Emergency | Whether the pipe split while frozen |
| Sump pump supply and install | $700 – $1,800 | 3–7 days | Pit condition and discharge routing |
| Sewer camera inspection | $250 – $550 | 2–5 days | Line length and number of access points |
A photo of the problem usually removes a whole round of back-and-forth.
Three buckets. If you're in the first one, stop reading and shut off the water — the main shut-off in most Halifax homes is on the basement wall facing the street, next to the meter.
Main shut-off, then post it marked urgent. Gas smell — leave and call 911 first.
Post it with a photo — most of these are triaged from the picture.
Pick "Flexible" and you’ll usually get a better slot and a better price.
We know the Halifax feeling. It's -10°C and a pipe starts dripping, your basement drain backs up after a storm, or your hot water tank picks the worst possible day to quit — and nobody calls back.
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Halifax · Dartmouth · Bedford · Lower Sackville · Cole Harbour
Hours
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Serving Nova Scotia since 1997
Serves
Dartmouth · Halifax · Eastern Passage · Cole Harbour · Lawrencetown · Preston
Hours
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Bedford · Halifax · Sackville · Fall River · Waverley · Windsor Junction
Hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Yes — we serve many HRM neighborhoods including Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford, Sackville and nearby. Share your postal code when you post the job and we’ll confirm coverage quickly.
Sometimes — it depends on the day and the job type. When you post your request, we’ll confirm whether we can take it and the next available slot. If we’re full, we’ll tell you quickly so you can decide what to do next.
We respond as quickly as we can during working hours to confirm details and next steps. If you post after hours, we’ll reply when we’re back online.
Postal code, a short description of the issue, urgency (today / 1–3 days / flexible), and photos/video if possible. Photos often reduce back-and-forth and speed up scheduling.
You post the job, we confirm the details, then we match you with an available local plumbing partner. If a partner is available, you’ll receive a clear appointment time window and confirmation.
Not always. Early on, we focus on getting you booked with an available local partner. If you want more than one option, mention “multiple quotes” in your request and we’ll do our best based on availability.
Burst pipes, active leaks causing damage, sewage backups, overflowing toilets, and no water in the home are usually urgent. If there’s electrical risk, flooding danger, or a gas smell, prioritize safety and emergency services first.
Avoid open flame. If possible, keep a faucet slightly open and warm the area gently (e.g., a space heater from a safe distance). Shut off water if you suspect a burst or see leaking. Post your request with photos and your postal code and we’ll advise next steps.
Not always. It could be an element/thermostat issue, ignition/pilot problems, or a small leak. A photo of the tank label plus symptoms (lukewarm, none at all, leaking) helps triage faster.
Yes. Include the postal code/address, tenant availability window, and whether the water is shut off. We can coordinate scheduling without you relaying messages back and forth.
Costs vary by urgency, access, and parts. The best way to avoid surprises is to share photos/video and describe what’s happening. We’ll help confirm the right next step before anything is booked.
Common HRM home plumbing: leaks, clogged drains, toilet repairs, low water pressure, hot water tanks, frozen pipes, sump pumps and basement drainage-related plumbing.
Licensed, insured HRM plumbers. Confirmed time window. Free to use, no obligation, no account required.
Burst pipe or flooding? Shut off the main at the meter, then post it marked urgent. Add a photo — most urgent jobs are triaged from the picture.
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