“Always prompt, professional and have never had to get back to redo a job.” · NoCowboys, 12 May 2023
“Knew what they were doing. Courteous. On time. Dealing with an old Rheem system and sorted it out.” · NoCowboys, 9 Aug 2013
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Abel Plumbing & Roofing (2008) Ltd
Newest review we found is from May 2023.
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- Rated 3.2 from 7 reviews
Newest review May 2023
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3.2out of 5
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- NoCowboys7 reviews · 3.2 avg
Highlights
“Have used this firm both privately and commercially for well over 20 years. Always prompt, professional and have never had to get back to redo a job.Have had 2 separate reroofs and numerous plumbing jobs satisfactorily completed. Unreservedly recommended.”
“Knew what they were doing. Courteous. On time. Dealing with an old Rheem system and sorted it out. Pricing very reasonable. Would use them again.”
“I thought I had a leaking water tank, so there was opportunity here for the plumber to totally lead me astray on the problem and do unnecessary work (which has happened to me before). Instead, I was advised that it was actually the toilet cistern and the problem was fixed. The extra work I thought I may have needed with the water tank, I was able to resolve myself, with some advice from the plumber. Totally superb service, I would highly recommend them.”
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I had a tap leaking at my tenant's property. I received a call from the plumber telling me that the tap needs to be changed and it will cost $240 + gst. I asked for details. I was told $160 for the tap (the cheapest option) + $80 for the work. I didn't want to go forward as I wanted to pick a tap myself. At my surprise, the tap was changed anyway without my consent ("as it was needed" they said) and I received a bill of $280 with a 'as quoted by the plumber' in the invoice. I asked
We didnt have hot water - the plumber came and checked the tank and said that it was rusted, corroded and couldnt be used - it would nee dto be replaced or the pipes diverted to the unit servicing the upstairs flat. He quoted around $3-5000 for a new tank or around $1000 to have the water hooked up to a different unit. The next morning the landlord sent his plumber around, who looked at the tank, picked up the loose wire, connected it and then got the hot water going. I dont know if it
This company messed us around and ended up creating more problems than what we started with. They didn't fix the problem they were engaged to fix properly, then weren't bothered about putting the issue right when our roof continued to leak. We repeatedly left messages and requests for them to ring us, which were ignored – frustrating to say the least. They sent us large bills without consulting us before the work, did not provide us with any explanation of what was involved in the repair, or
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How long they've really been tradingThey state they've been established since 1962, but the earliest independent source we can find is 2007. Worth asking them about the gap.
They say, established1962First public review2007
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Always confirm credentials and quotes with the business directly before hiring.
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In New Zealand, most plumbing and drainlaying work, and all gasfitting, is restricted to licensed tradespeople. Check the person doing the work holds a current licence on the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board public register before you hire.
Check the PGDB registerAgree the call-out fee, the hourly or fixed rate, and whether parts are charged on top, in writing, before an emergency plumber starts. Out-of-hours overcharging and 'while I'm here' add-ons are common complaints.
Be wary of a plumber who, on a first visit, says your whole system or boiler must be replaced. Get a second opinion and an itemised quote (parts and labour separately) before agreeing to major work.
Gas and boiler work is a separate, regulated trade, not general plumbing. Make sure anyone working on a gas appliance is specifically registered to do gas work, and ask to see that registration before they start.
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Common questions about Abel Plumbing & Roofing (2008) Ltd
Is Abel Plumbing & Roofing (2008) Ltd a legitimate business?
Abel Plumbing & Roofing (2008) Ltd has 7 independent public reviews, rated 3.2 out of 5. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about Abel Plumbing & Roofing (2008) Ltd?
Abel Plumbing & Roofing (2008) Ltd has 7 public reviews, averaging 3.2 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know Abel Plumbing & Roofing (2008) Ltd's reviews are genuine?
Abel Plumbing & Roofing (2008) Ltd's 7 public reviews come from a named public review source, and MyTrustedTraders links every one back to where it was published, so you can open the source and read them yourself rather than trusting a single curated page. MyTrustedTraders brings this public evidence together with no ads and no paid placement: we show where every review came from rather than selling rankings, so you can weigh the evidence for yourself.
Does Abel Plumbing & Roofing (2008) Ltd guarantee their work?
They state on their own website that 12 months service guarantee. This is the business's own statement on their website, not something we have independently checked. Get the terms in writing before you agree to the job.
What areas does Abel Plumbing & Roofing (2008) Ltd cover?
They state on their own website that they cover Onehunga, Mount Wellington, Mount Eden, Mangere East, Penrose, Ellerslie. This is the business's own statement on their website, not something we have independently checked. Confirm they cover your postcode before booking.
How long has Abel Plumbing & Roofing (2008) Ltd been trading?
Abel Plumbing & Roofing (2008) Ltd has been reviewed on public sources since 2007.
