We Handle the Pressure

Residential Plumbing You Can Trust

From leaky taps to full hot water cylinder upgrades — Driptech Plumbing is your go-to residential plumber in the Bay of Plenty. Fast turnaround, clear communication, no surprises.

Registered Certifying Plumber — PGDB

Sound Familiar?

A small plumbing problem left too long will eventually get worse and turn into a massive headache — and a bigger bill.

No hot water? Cylinder leaking?

A failing hot water cylinder doesn't fix itself. Left alone, a slow leak becomes water damage, and no hot water means no showers, no dishes, no comfort.

Toilet running, leaking or won't flush?

A running toilet wastes water around the clock. A leaking one causes floor damage. Either way, it's not going to stop on its own.

Ready to renovate but need a plumber you can trust?

A renovation is a big investment. The wrong plumber means delays, rework, and stress. You need someone who communicates, shows up, and gets it right.

Water where it shouldn't be?

A burst main or emergency leak doesn't wait for business hours. Every minute counts — the longer you wait, the more damage to your property.

Weak shower pressure ruining your morning?

Low pressure is more than annoying — it could signal a bigger issue in your plumbing system. Get it checked before it becomes a costly repair.

Waste disposal jammed, leaking, or grinding?

A broken waste disposal unit turns your kitchen sink into a nightmare. Food waste backs up, smells build, and what started as a weird noise becomes a plumbing call you can't put off.

What We Do

Specialist residential plumbing across the Bay of Plenty — from your hot water to your bathroom renovation.

Hot Water Cylinder Upgrades

Cylinder replacement, repairs, solar hot water installation, and tempering valves. Your go-to hot water specialist.

Toilet Upgrades

Cistern repairs, full toilet replacement, and concealed cistern installation. Fix the flush, stop the leak.

Bathroom & Kitchen Renovations

Full bathroom renovation, shower installation, kitchen plumbing fit-out, and tapware replacement. Trusted plumbing for your next project.

Burst Mains & Emergency Repairs

Emergency burst pipe repair, mains pipe replacement, and toby valve repair. Same-day service when it can’t wait.

Shower & Water Pressure

Pressure testing, mains pressure boost, and shower mixer replacement. Get the pressure you deserve.

Waste Disposal Units

Installation, replacement, and repair of kitchen waste disposal units. Jammed, leaking, or ready for an upgrade — sorted quickly.

Meet Your Plumber

I’ve always had a drive for self-improvement and growth. I’ve had big dreams for my life ever since I was a boy. When I started my apprenticeship more than 10 years ago, it was with the goal to eventually start my own business.

Driptech Plumbing focuses mainly on residential service plumbing. We pride ourselves on being your go-to hot water and solar water heating specialist. We do anything from leaky taps to new house builds.

I want to make sure that the business is a blessing — not only to me and my family, but to my employees, clients and community as well.

  • ✓ Registered certifying plumber — PGDB
  • ✓ 10+ years in the trade
  • ✓ Covering Papamoa, Mount Maunganui, Te Puke & Tauranga
CJ De Smidt, owner of Driptech Plumbing

Why Choose Driptech

Clear Communication

Always keeps you in the loop. You'll know what's happening, what it'll cost, and when it'll be done.

We Clean Up

We leave the site clean after every job. Your home should look better when we leave, not worse.

Honest Pricing

No surprises. We'll give you a cost indication before any work starts so you can make an informed decision.

Registered & Certified

Certifying plumber registered with the PGDB. Your work is done by a qualified professional, every time.

What Our Customers Say

5.0
Based on 48 Reviews
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Cherie Church
April 22, 2026

We found CJ was honest & obliging

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Fred
April 22, 2026

Great experience.CJ is very personable, quick to respond, arrived on time, and very professional. CJ explained the issue clearly, fixed it efficiently, and left everything clean. I I would use Driptech in the future. Highly recommend!

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Sonia Reiber
April 21, 2026

Great service, knowledgeable and efficient. Would recommend!

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Mark Sharrock
April 20, 2026

Service, troubleshooting the problem and fixing it, outstanding. Thankyou.

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Anel Muller
April 18, 2026

Great service from Driptech Plumbing! Friendly, helpful, and highly efficient. CJ went above and beyond by spotting additional issues and fixing them on the spot. No waiting around – everything was handled immediately. Highly recommended!

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Filipo Lesa
April 17, 2026

Thank you kindly for fixing our water. Very friendly and reliable. I would recommend to anyone that needs their water fix. Again Thank you very much.

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Denise Derrick
April 16, 2026

CJ sorted out a very complex problem for us involving a substantial water main leak that occurred sometime after a natural spring came to the surface nearby. Rural property. The combination of these 2 sources of groundwater made for very difficult conditions to track the pipe line and locate the leak. CJ committed himself to the task with a solid knowledge base, great work ethic and an unwavering positive attitude. We wish him well for future endeavors and he is now our “go to” plumber. Trustworthy, reliable, personable.

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May Steiny
April 14, 2026

Great service. Turned up to fix hot water cylinder when he said he would. Friendly and quick service. Will definitely call him again.

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Teresa Taylor
April 14, 2026

Fast response. Fixed our problem easy

Transparent Pricing

No surprises. We always give you a cost indication before starting any work.

Hourly Rate

$120

First hour incl. call-out & travel

  • $120 first hour includes $30 call-out fee and 20 minutes travel
  • $90 per hour after that
  • Cost indication given before work starts
  • No hidden charges

Diagnostic Fee

$100

Waived if you accept the quote

  • On-site assessment of your issue
  • Clear explanation of what’s needed
  • Written quote before any work begins
  • Fee waived when you go ahead
Best Value

Driptech Membership

$100/year

Annual membership

  • Free annual plumbing inspection
  • 10% discount on all labour
  • Priority scheduling
  • Member-only promotions
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Frequently Asked Questions

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