A reliable plumber is one of the most useful trades to have on call, from emergency leaks and blocked drains to gasfitting and hot water systems. In Invercargill, where Southland's cool, wet climate, frequent frosts, lower sunshine hours and strong southerly winds can put extra strain on pipework, prompt and properly certified work matters.
This page highlights the Top 5 plumbers in Invercargill, based on independent research into reputation, workmanship, range of services and reliability.
The top 5 plumbers in Invercargill are 1. Atkinson Plumbing, 2. Ultra Gas & Plumbing, 3. Saunders Plumbing, 4. ADP Plumbing and Gas, 5. Karl Boniface Plumbing. Below we explain why each made the list, compare them at a glance, and share how to choose.
This featured position sits above the editorial Top 5 and is clearly labelled. It does not influence the rankings below.
Servicing Southland for over 30 years, Atkinson Plumbing provide prompt plumbing, gasfitting and drainage to commercial and residential clients, including hot water cylinders.
Licensed gasfitters with over 20 years’ experience, Ultra Gas & Plumbing handle domestic, commercial and industrial gas and plumbing across Invercargill, Riverton, Te Anau and Gore.
Saunders Plumbing are experienced plumbers operating in Winton, Invercargill and the Southland districts across commercial and residential work.
ADP Plumbing and Gas provide plumbing and gasfitting across Invercargill and Southland, a dependable local choice for repairs, renovations and installs.
Invercargill-based KBP are a versatile plumbing and roofing company serving Southland across gasfitting, roofing, drainage and septic-tank installation.
A quick comparison of our Top 5 picks.
| Plumber | Best for |
|---|---|
| Atkinson Plumbing | Established all-round plumbing and gas |
| Ultra Gas & Plumbing | Gasfitting and plumbing across Southland |
| Saunders Plumbing | Residential and commercial plumbing |
| ADP Plumbing and Gas | Dependable local plumbing and gas |
| Karl Boniface Plumbing | Plumbing, gas, drainage and roofing |
Independent, editorial, and reviewed regularly.
TopChoice rankings are editorially curated by our New Zealand team and reviewed periodically. We don't host our own reviews. Our shortlists draw on public reputation signals from Google and other platforms, alongside our own research into each plumber. We weigh up a combination of:
We don't accept payment in exchange for a place in the Top 5. Featured placements are separate and always clearly labelled. Rankings may change over time as businesses evolve.
Plumbing covers a wide range of work, from quick repairs to full bathroom and kitchen fit-outs, gasfitting and drainage. When choosing a plumber in Invercargill, check they are suitably certified for the work, especially gasfitting, and ask how they handle urgent callouts.
In Invercargill, cold winters and a high water table keep demand steady across hot water, gas, heating and drainage. For any significant work, get a clear quote and confirm what is included before the job starts.
Many do, and in a town with hard frosts and older homes, fast response matters. Ask about availability, callout fees and after-hours rates when you book, and keep the details of a trusted local plumber handy before you actually need them.
Not exactly. Gasfitting is separately certified work, so a tradesperson must hold the right registration to install or service gas appliances and hot water. Many Invercargill plumbing firms employ certified gasfitters and drainlayers too, but always confirm for gas work.
Southland's hard frosts make frozen and burst pipes a real risk, so lagging exposed pipes and outdoor taps is important. A local plumber can advise on lagging exposed pipes, outdoor tap covers and where insulation is worth adding, which is cheaper than repairing a burst pipe.
Most plumbers charge an hourly rate plus materials, or a fixed price for defined jobs like installing a hot water cylinder. Get a quote or estimate up front, and ask whether the callout fee is included in the hourly rate.
Certain plumbing, gas and drainage work requires a producer statement or certification for compliance. A good plumber will tell you what paperwork your job needs and provide it, which protects you and matters at resale.
Yes. Whether you are replacing a cylinder, moving to gas or instant hot water, or adding solar, a qualified plumber (and gasfitter where gas is involved) can advise on the right system for your home and install it to standard.
Editorial disclosure: TopChoice is an independent editorial platform. Some pages may include clearly labelled featured placements for additional visibility. Featured placements do not influence rankings within our Top 5 lists.
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