Repairs for Australian homes, properties and vehicles
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Common situations
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Each trade page explains common work, licence boundaries and how to prepare a useful request.
Plumbing
LicensedPlumbing problems rarely wait politely. A burst pipe or blocked drain can damage floors, walls and cabinetry within hours, so most plumbing requests are about stopping damage first and fixing the cause second.
Electrical
LicensedElectrical work is the one area where doing it yourself is both illegal and genuinely dangerous. Whether a circuit keeps tripping or you are adding power to a renovation, the work has to be done and certified by a licensed electrician.
Locksmith
Lockouts are urgent by definition, and lock damage after a break-in needs same-day attention. Locksmith requests are usually about getting back inside safely, then making sure the property is secure again.
Roofing
A roof problem is easy to ignore until the first heavy rain. Leaks, lifted tiles and storm damage tend to worsen quickly, and the internal water damage usually costs more than the roof repair itself.
Glass and glazing
Broken glass is a security and safety problem at the same time, so glazing is often same-day work. Modern replacements also have to meet safety glass requirements.
Appliance repair
Repairing an appliance is often a fraction of replacing it, particularly for built-in ovens and cooktops. The first question is usually whether parts are still available for the model.
Garage doors and gates
A failed garage door is both a security problem and, for most households, a blocked car. Spring and motor failures are the most common causes and are not safe to fix without the right tools.
Mobile mechanic
A mobile mechanic comes to the car rather than the other way around, which matters when the vehicle will not start. Servicing at home or in a work car park is increasingly the default.
For planned work
For non-urgent repairs, include the make, model, age, access details and photos where useful so Fixers can respond with fewer follow-up questions.
When the situation is urgent
If there is fire, gas, floodwater near electricity, a life-threatening injury or danger on a live road, call 000 before starting a trade request.
Guides and advice
Know what is safe to check yourself and what to include in your request.
What to do when a pipe bursts
Safe first actions for a burst pipe in an Australian home, including water isolation, electrical boundaries and the information a plumber needs.
ReadHow to shut off your home's water
How to identify and safely use a household water shutoff before a plumber arrives, without forcing damaged valves.
ReadWhat to do when water reaches electrical fixtures
What Australians should do when a leak reaches lights, outlets, appliances or a switchboard, and why the area must stay untouched.
ReadWhat to do during a roof leak
Ground-level actions to reduce damage during a roof leak, plus the signs that need emergency help rather than a ladder.
ReadSafety switch vs circuit breaker: what's the difference?
How safety switches (RCDs) and circuit breakers protect an Australian home, why they trip, how to test them and when to call an electrician.
ReadRoof restoration vs roof replacement: which do you need?
How to decide between restoring and replacing a tiled or metal roof in Australia — condition, age, structure, cost factors and questions for your roofer.
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