Burst Pipes and Water Leaks
Burst pipes are particularly common in Ellerslie’s older housing stock, where galvanised steel pipes have been in the ground for 40 or more years. Ground movement on sloped sections can also stress pipe joints until they crack. Warning signs include wet patches on walls, ceilings, or foundations, and unexplained rises in your water bill. Our team locates the leak using electronic detection equipment and carries out a proper repair rather than a temporary patch.
Clogged Drains and Sewer Backups
Tree roots are a major cause of blocked drains throughout Ellerslie, particularly on properties with established gardens near the racecourse and along the older residential streets. Fat and grease build-up in kitchen lines is equally common in the area’s mix of older homes. Left untreated, a partial blockage becomes a full sewer backup that can flood your laundry or bathroom. We use CCTV inspection to pinpoint the blockage and high-pressure jetting to clear it completely.
Water Heater Failures
Many Ellerslie homes still run on ageing hot water cylinders that were installed decades ago and are now well past their service life. Sediment build-up from Auckland’s water supply accelerates wear on heating elements and sacrificial anodes. The first signs are usually lukewarm water, discoloured hot water, or a cylinder that runs out faster than it used to. Flowpro assesses whether a repair or full replacement is the better option and carries out the work the same day in most cases.
Low Water Pressure and Pipe Corrosion
Low water pressure is a frustrating problem that affects a number of Ellerslie properties, often caused by corroded internal pipes that have narrowed over time or by pressure regulator faults at the toby. Older homes with original copper or galvanised plumbing are particularly susceptible, and the issue tends to worsen during peak demand hours. If you are noticing reduced flow at multiple taps, it is worth having a licensed plumber assess the whole system rather than just the individual fitting.