Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you might want to know before you call Simms Plumbing & Air Conditioning, from how we price a job to how quickly we can reach you. If your question is not covered here, just give us a call.
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Who is Simms Plumbing & Air Conditioning?
We are a family owned and operated business looking after homes across Adelaide's southern suburbs. Director Daniel Simms brings twenty-five years of hands-on experience across plumbing, gas and air conditioning.
Are you fully licensed and insured?
Yes. We hold a Certificate IV in Plumbing and Gas, Builders Licence BLD341932 and ARC refrigerant licence AU066279, and we are fully insured. You can find a licence holder to check for yourself.
Which suburbs do you cover?
We work right across Adelaide's south, including Happy Valley, Woodcroft, Aberfoyle Park, Flagstaff Hill, Reynella East, Morphett Vale, Hallett Cove and O'Halloran Hill, plus the surrounding areas.
What kind of work do you do?
Blocked drains and drain relining, hot water, general plumbing and maintenance, gas fitting, air conditioning, evaporative cooling, rainwater tank pumps and whole-house water filtration.
How do I book a job?
Just call us on 0420 104 118 and we will arrange a time that suits you. For emergencies, we are available around the clock.
Do you charge by the hour or a fixed price?
We give you an upfront, fixed price before any work begins, agreed with you first. The figure we quote is the figure you pay, so there are no surprises on the invoice.
Do you offer any discounts?
Yes. New customers get fifty dollars off their first service, there is seventy dollars off blocked drains, and we offer ongoing discounts for pensioners and veterans.
Can I pay a larger job off over time?
Yes. Interest-free payment options are available through Humm, so something like a full hot water replacement does not have to be paid for all at once.
Do you charge more after hours?
No. We charge the same rate after hours as we do during the day, so an evening or weekend call out does not cost you a premium.
Can you clear a blocked drain?
Yes. We clear blocked drains and can reline damaged pipes where needed, and there is seventy dollars off blocked drain jobs. Knowing what not to flush helps avoid repeat blockages.
Can you repair pipes without digging up the yard?
We offer drain relining, which repairs a pipe from the inside, so in many cases we can fix the problem without a full excavation. We will always advise what suits your situation.
Can you fix a burst or leaking pipe?
Yes. We repair burst and leaking pipes, and we are available 24/7 for urgent jobs where water is escaping and needs to be stopped quickly.
Do you install water filtration?
Yes. We install whole-house water filtration that reduces chlorine taste, odour and sediment. It is worth knowing that standard filtration improves taste but does not soften hard water.
Are you licensed to do gas work?
Yes. Gas work is carried out by a licensed gas fitter to the AS/NZS 5601 gas standard, the national benchmark for safe gas installations.
Can you check my gas heater for carbon monoxide?
Yes. We test gas appliances for carbon monoxide and unsafe combustion, and if an appliance is not safe we will advise you not to use it. You can also read gas appliance safety advice.
Can you install or repair gas appliances?
Yes. We carry out gas fitting and gas appliance work as part of our licensed gas services, including connecting and checking appliances so they run safely.
Can you repair or replace my hot water system?
Yes. We repair and replace hot water systems, and where possible we can carry out a same-day replacement, so you are not left without hot water for long.
My hot water has stopped. Can you come today?
We offer same-day service wherever we can manage it, and we are available 24/7 for emergencies, so a sudden hot water failure does not have to wait.
Do you install and service air conditioning?
Yes. Air conditioning is installed and serviced by an ARC-licensed technician, with refrigerant handled correctly. You can confirm our credentials through the ARC licence check.
Do you service evaporative coolers?
Yes. Evaporative cooling is water-based rather than refrigerant-based, and we service and repair these systems to keep them running reliably through summer.
My air conditioner is not cooling. Can you help?
Yes. We diagnose and repair air conditioning faults, including refrigerant-related issues, which are handled under our ARC refrigerant licence.
Are you really available 24/7?
Yes. We are available around the clock for genuine plumbing, gas and hot water emergencies, every day of the year.
How quickly can you get to me?
We aim to offer same-day service, and for emergencies we aim to be there within the hour wherever possible. Call us and we will tell you our soonest availability.
Do you guarantee your work?
Yes. We back our workmanship with a lifetime labour warranty, we agree a fixed price upfront, and we keep to the time we book through our on-time guarantee.
What happens if there is a problem after the job?
If something we have installed or repaired fails because of our labour, our lifetime labour warranty means we come back and put it right.
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Still Have a Question?
If your question is not answered here, just call Simms Plumbing & Air Conditioning on 0420 104 118. We are always happy to talk it through and give you honest advice.