Plumbing in Terenure homes
Terenure has many redbrick and 1930s houses with long pipe runs, older drainage and extensions added over decades. Mixed pipework from different eras, original clay drains and undersized heating in extensions are frequent sources of call-outs.
Common problems in Terenure
- Leaks where old and new pipework meet
- Cold extension radiators
- Clay drain blockages and root ingress
- Power flushing older systems
Jobs we've done in Terenure
- Burst Pipe Repair
Pipe split under a kitchen sink at the weekend. Water off within minutes of arrival and a new section fitted.
- Leak Detection
High water bill with no visible leak. Traced a leak on the mains supply pipe in the front garden.
- Blocked Drains & Toilets
Outside gully overflowing onto the drive. Jetted clear and a CCTV survey showed root ingress further down.
- Boiler Repair
Oil boiler cutting out and locking out. Cleaned the burner, replaced the nozzle and reset the controls.
- Boiler Service
Service for a two-year-old combi to keep the manufacturer's warranty valid.
- Boiler Replacement
Old non-condensing gas boiler replaced with an A-rated combi and new heating controls.
- No Heating or Hot Water
No hot water in a house with a cylinder. Replaced the burnt-out immersion element.
- Shower & Water Pumps
Noisy shower pump in an en-suite. Refitted on anti-vibration mounts with flexible hoses.
- Power Flushing
Radiators cold at the bottom and a noisy boiler. Full power flush with a magnetic filter fitted.
- Bathrooms & Showers
Accessible wet room fitted for an older homeowner, with a level-access shower and grab rails.
Response time to Terenure
Typical arrival: often within the hour. We confirm an arrival time when you call.
Services in Terenure
- Burst Pipe Repair
Water coming through a ceiling or pouring from under a sink. We isolate the supply, stop the damage and repair the pipe.
- Leak Detection
Damp patches, a rising water bill or a boiler that keeps losing pressure. We trace hidden leaks and fix them.
- Blocked Drains & Toilets
Toilets, sinks, showers and outside drains cleared, with high-pressure jetting and CCTV surveys.
- Boiler Repair
Boiler breakdowns, error codes, no heat or hot water. Repaired by RGI-registered and OFTEC-trained engineers.
- Boiler Service
Annual gas and oil boiler services that keep you safe, efficient and covered by your warranty.
- Boiler Replacement
New A-rated boilers, oil-to-gas conversions and full heating system upgrades.
- No Heating or Hot Water
Immersion faults, failed pumps, airlocks and boiler breakdowns found and fixed.
- Shower & Water Pumps
Shower pumps, booster pumps and heating pumps repaired or replaced, including Grundfos, Wilo and Stuart Turner.
- Power Flushing
Cold spots, noisy boilers and slow-to-heat radiators cleared by flushing out sludge.
- Bathrooms & Showers
Full bathroom renovations, accessible bathrooms, wet rooms, en-suites and shower replacement.
Nearby areas
We also cover Kimmage, Harold's Cross, Rathgar, Templeogue, Bushy Park.
Questions
Do you cover all of Terenure?
Yes. We cover all of Terenure (Dublin 6W) and nearby Kimmage, Harold's Cross, Rathgar, Templeogue and Bushy Park.
Do you come out to Terenure at night and at weekends?
Yes. Our emergency line is answered 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including bank holidays, and we cover all of Terenure.
How quickly can you get to Terenure?
We give you an arrival time when you call. We're working across South Dublin every day, so we're usually close by.