Garden tap replacement, repair and installation plumbers in Melbourne
Outright Plumbing provides fast, same-day garden tap repairs and replacements at fixed prices. With 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we’ll keep your outdoor taps working perfectly.
With 25+ years of collective experience, garden tap replacements are a cinch
Garden taps work hard and wear out faster than most fittings in your home. Sun, rain, cold mornings, and heavy use all take their toll until the tap starts dripping, seizing up, or cracking altogether. When that happens, you need a plumber you can trust. Outright Plumbing has been replacing garden taps across Melbourne for over a decade, and we make sure the fix lasts.
- We swap out leaking or damaged taps with quality fittings designed for outdoor conditions.
- Every visit includes checking the tap connections and nearby pipework for hidden issues.
- Once it’s replaced, we test the tap, tidy up, and leave it ready for use straight away.
Our plumbing services
A garden tap repair might be the reason you called, but it’s rarely the only job on the list. Outright Plumbing looks after every part of your home’s plumbing, from drains and hot water to kitchens and bathrooms. Take a look at our full range of services below.
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Toilet repair services
Outright Plumbing provides fast, fixed-price toilet repairs with same-day convenience. Backed by 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we fix leaks and flush faults with care.
Toilet installation
Outright Plumbing installs and repairs toilets with fixed prices, neat work, and same-day service. With 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we guarantee a clean, functional finish.
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Leaking toilets
Outright Plumbing resolves leaking toilets with same-day response and transparent fixed pricing. Our 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews guarantee a clean, lasting repair.
Blocked toilet
Outright Plumbing clears blocked toilets quickly with fixed prices and same-day response. With 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we’ll get your bathroom back in order fast.
Cistern plumbing services
Outright Plumbing repairs or replaces cisterns with fixed pricing and same-day service. Our 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews make us the trusted name in bathroom plumbing.
Dripping tap
Outright Plumbing fixes dripping taps fast with same-day service and honest, fixed pricing. With 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we’ll stop the drip and save your water bill.
Boundary trap replacement
Outright Plumbing handles boundary trap replacements safely and efficiently, always with fixed pricing. With 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we’ll keep your drainage system compliant and working perfectly.
Tap installation repair
Outright Plumbing handles tap installations and repairs with care, fixed prices, and same-day service. With 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we’ll leave every tap neat, watertight, and reliable.
Hot water system maintenance
Outright Plumbing provides reliable hot water system maintenance with fixed prices and same-day support. With 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we help extend the life of your system.
Leaking taps
Outright Plumbing repairs leaking taps neatly and quickly, using fixed prices and same-day service. Backed by 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we make small jobs simple.
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Hot water services & installation
Outright Plumbing restores or installs hot water systems with same-day reliability and fixed prices. Our 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews mean you’ll always have hot water when you need it.
Leak detection
Outright Plumbing offers expert leak detection with same-day response and clear, fixed prices. With 25+ years of experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we’ll find and fix your leak the right way.
High pressure jetting
Outright Plumbing’s high pressure jetting clears stubborn blockages fast, with fixed prices and same-day service. With 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we leave your drains spotless and free-flowing.
Roof plumbing
Outright Plumbing provides expert roof plumbing repairs with fixed prices and same-day availability. With 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we protect Bayside homes from leaks and storm damage.
Plumbing maintenance
Outright Plumbing delivers routine plumbing maintenance with fixed prices and same-day convenience. With 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we keep your home’s plumbing running smoothly all year.
Low water pressure
Outright Plumbing restores low water pressure with clear, fixed pricing and same-day service. Backed by 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we make your water flow strong and steady again.
Emergency plumbing services
Outright Plumbing responds fast to plumbing emergencies with fixed prices and dependable same-day service. With 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, you can count on us any time you need help.
Gas leak detection & repair
Outright Plumbing provides safe, same-day gas leak detection and repair with transparent, fixed pricing. With 25+ years of local experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we make safety simple and stress-free.
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Burst water pipes
Outright Plumbing repairs burst water pipes fast with same-day service and fixed prices you can trust. With 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we restore water flow without the stress.
Blocked drain services
Outright Plumbing clears blocked drains fast with fixed prices and guaranteed same-day service. With 25+ years of proven experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we keep your pipes flowing freely.
Drain camera inspections
Outright Plumbing uses advanced drain camera inspections to locate problems without digging. Our same-day service, fixed prices, and 25+ years of experience have earned 700+ five-star reviews from local homeowners.
Stormwater services
Outright Plumbing restores proper stormwater flow with same-day service and clear fixed pricing. With 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we protect your home from flooding and water damage.
Pipe relining services
Outright Plumbing offers no-dig pipe relining with fixed prices and same-day assessment. Our 25+ years of expertise and 700+ five-star reviews make us Bayside’s trusted drain repair team.
Sewer line cleaning services
Outright Plumbing provides sewer line cleaning with fixed prices, same-day service, and lasting results. With 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we keep your system healthy and clear.
Blocked sewer drains
At Outright Plumbing, we clear blocked sewer drains quickly and cleanly with upfront fixed prices. Our team brings 25+ years’ know-how and 700+ glowing reviews to every same-day job.
Dishwasher installation services
Outright Plumbing installs dishwashers neatly and safely with fixed prices and same-day service. Backed by 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we make upgrades simple and seamless.
Rainwater tank installation
Outright Plumbing installs rainwater tanks with same-day service and transparent fixed pricing. With 25+ years’ experience and 700+ five-star reviews, we make saving water simple and seamless.
Tempering valve installation and repair
Outright Plumbing installs and repairs tempering valves with precision, fixed pricing, and same-day service. With 25+ years of expertise and 700+ five-star reviews, we keep your hot water safe and compliant.
We’ve made Melbourne proud with genuine, quality plumbing
You can read their feedback to see why we’re the go-to crew for practically every plumbing problem in Melbourne’s southern suburbs.
Common garden tap problems we can help with
Over the years, we’ve seen the same issues come up again and again. Here are some of the most common reasons Melbourne homeowners call Outright Plumbing to deal with their garden taps.
Garden taps that won’t shut off completely can waste water fast
A garden tap that keeps dripping after you’ve turned it off isn’t just annoying. It’s usually a sign that the washer or internal seal has worn out. We repair the tap so it closes properly and check the seal to make sure the leak doesn’t come back.
Garden taps that are stiff or jammed make everyday jobs harder
If your garden tap takes two hands to turn, or it’s seized solid, rust and mineral build-up are often to blame. We free up or replace the tap so you can use it without straining or damaging the fittings.
Garden taps that break under pressure need proper replacement
Outdoor taps can split if they’ve been overtightened, exposed to freezing mornings, or fitted with poor-quality parts. We remove broken taps, check the thread and connection, and install a replacement that’s built to last in Melbourne’s conditions.
Garden taps installed in the wrong spot are never convenient
Sometimes the problem isn’t the tap itself — it’s where it is. We install new garden taps where you actually need them, whether that’s closer to the back lawn, in the garage, or at the front of the house for easy access.
What every homeowner should know about garden taps
Garden taps seem simple, but when they start failing, they can cause bigger problems than most people realise. Here are some insights from our plumbers that explain why issues happen, what to look out for, and what you can do to prevent a bigger repair later.
Garden taps can affect your water pressure
A garden tap that’s corroded or clogged doesn’t just make it harder to water the lawn. When water struggles to flow through, it creates back-pressure in the system. That pressure pushes back into washers, seals, and joints inside the house, wearing them out faster and sometimes causing leaks in unexpected places.
If you notice the hose connection slowing down while indoor taps are also acting oddly, it’s worth having both the garden tap and the household pressure checked. A small fix outside can prevent much bigger damage inside.
Hose connections often cause hidden damage
We’re often called to taps that have been pulled loose or cracked from years of hoses being yanked sideways or left permanently under pressure. The weight and force slowly weaken the wall fitting and can fracture pipework hidden behind brick or render. By the time the leak shows up, the damage is already done.
Always disconnect hoses after use and avoid leaving them pressurised overnight. If your garden tap feels wobbly or loose against the wall, call a plumber before the pipe behind it starts leaking unseen.
Backflow protection matters outdoors
Most homeowners don’t realise that water from a garden hose can be siphoned back into the mains supply. If the hose is sitting in a pool, bucket, or muddy garden bed, contaminated water can flow back into your household supply or even the wider system. In Melbourne, fitting a vacuum breaker to an outdoor tap is often recommended for safety and compliance.
Ask us if your garden taps have backflow prevention. If not, it’s a small, affordable addition that protects your household water quality.
Melbourne’s seasons are tough on garden taps
Outdoor taps face constant weather extremes. In winter, metal taps exposed to freezing mornings can become brittle and split. In summer, seals dry out, handles seize with dust, and UV light breaks down plastics faster than most people expect. Seasonal wear is why garden taps tend to fail earlier than indoor fittings.
Check your garden taps at the start of each season. If a handle is stiff, the tap is dripping, or you notice cracks, get it looked at early. Replacing or servicing a garden tap before it fails completely is always cheaper than dealing with a burst or hidden leak.
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How we get your garden tap back in shape
Our process is as simple as it gets. We’ll book a time at your convenience and call you half an hour before we arrive.
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We check what’s causing the problem
We start by having a proper look at the tap, the fittings, and the water line it connects to. Sometimes it’s a dodgy washer, other times it’s a deeper issue in the outdoor water tap’s plumbing system, like a split pipe underground.
You choose to repair or replace
If a repair will sort it, we’ll get it done straight away. If replacing your garden tap is the smarter move, we’ll show you the different types of tap options and handle the professional installation so it won’t give you grief.
We sort it out and tidy up after ourselves
Once it’s fixed or replaced, we’ll open the tap to check for leaks, make sure the water pressure is right, and confirm all connections are secure. Then we’ll clean up so it looks like we were never there.
Need a leaky garden tap fixed today?
Don’t put up with a leaking tap for another week. Give Outright Plumbing a call, and we’ll be there the same day to repair or replace it and save you from wasting water and money.
Case studies from Melbourne’s backyards
We’ve fixed taps that froze solid in winter, replaced ones that had been leaking for months, and even relocated outdoor water taps to make life easier for homeowners. Every job’s different, but the aim’s the same: no leaks, no waste, and a tap you can rely on.
Garden tap solutions for commercial and managed properties
From building sites to schools and shared courtyards, outdoor taps in high-use settings fail faster and cause bigger problems when they do. Here’s how Outright Plumbing supports Melbourne’s commercial clients when garden taps need attention.
- Builders and developers: We install garden taps on new builds with proper bracing, correct thread depth, and compliance with backflow requirements. Cutting corners here leads to warranty issues and failed inspections, so we get it right from the start.
- Schools and sporting facilities: Outdoor taps here are often turned on and off hundreds of times a week. We replace worn taps with heavy-duty fittings, secure them properly to walls or posts, and check the pipework for hidden leaks caused by constant rough use.
- Property managers and body corporates: In apartment blocks and shared spaces, even a slow drip can add thousands to the water bill. We provide clear reports, photos, and fixed-price repairs so you can show tenants and owners exactly what’s been done.
- Hospitality and retail: Taps in staff yards and loading bays are usually under pressure around the clock. We upgrade these with reliable components and fit vacuum breakers where needed, protecting both the site and the water supply.
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Why locals trust us to sort their garden taps
Heritage-listed homes, new commercial fitouts, well-used footy ovals — you won’t find a plumber that knows Melbourne’s southern suburbs better than Outright Plumbing.
We’re Bayside locals, born and bred
We live and work here, so we’ve built our 5-star reputation by looking after our customers like they’re our neighbours.
Lasting solutions, not cutting corners
We don’t fit cheap components that’ll fail in a year. We use reliable garden taps that can handle constant use, outdoor water exposure, and Melbourne’s weather.
We’re quick and tidy
Outdoor tap installation jobs usually take under an hour, and we leave the area clean afterwards.
Fixed prices, honest advice
If a repair will work just as well as a replacement, we’ll tell you and do whichever option you choose.
We operate well beyond Bayside
While we’re based in Bayside, we travel far and wide. Our team works throughout the surrounding suburbs and across Melbourne.
Meet the plumbers who'll sort your garden tap installation
From the first call to the last turn of the wrench, you’ll be dealing with the same crew.
Ben
Ben started plumbing at just 16 and founded Outright Plumbing at 22, building it into a trusted name in Melbourne’s Bayside. He leads with hands-on experience, high standards, and a genuine focus on long-term client relationships.
Danielle
Danielle co-founded Outright Plumbing from her parents’ garage and now manages the company’s financial heartbeat. Her background in construction and detail-driven approach keeps the business growing strong.
Ben
Ben brings years of hands-on experience and precision to every project he estimates. As Senior Estimator, his deep understanding of plumbing systems and commitment to accuracy ensure each job starts with clarity, confidence, and value.
Courtney
Courtney is the friendly voice on the phone and the organiser behind every maintenance booking. She makes sure plumbers arrive on time, customers are kept in the loop, and everything runs without a hitch.
Josh
Josh leads on-site operations with a steady hand and a sharp eye for quality. As Supervisor, he ensures every plumbing project runs smoothly, safely, and to the highest standard — keeping teams coordinated and clients confident.
Kai
Kai brings a can-do attitude and a knack for solving tricky plumbing problems. He’s all about getting it right the first time, with a smile to match.
Tom
Tom prides himself on work that not only meets but exceeds expectations. He makes sure every customer feels valued and looked after from start to finish.
Alex
Alex is friendly, thorough, and focused on finding the best fix for each customer’s needs. He never leaves a job without making sure it’s up to his high standards.
Callum
Callum’s attention to detail shows in every tap, pipe, and fitting he installs. He takes pride in both the function and the finish of his work.
Aron
Aron oversees day-to-day site operations with a focus on efficiency and craftsmanship. As Supervisor, he brings practical experience and clear communication to every project, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to exceptional standards.
Hayley
Hayley keeps projects moving with precision and care. As Project Coordinator, she bridges the gap between office and site, ensuring schedules, communication, and documentation all flow seamlessly from start to finish.
Frequently asked questions about garden taps
Got questions about fixing or replacing your garden tap? We’ve put together a set of FAQs to cover everything you need to know, including installation costs, water conservation tips, and common causes of outdoor plumbing leaks.
Are garden taps a standard size?
Most garden taps in Australia are a standard ½-inch thread size, which means your average garden hose will screw straight on without any drama. That said, older homes or commercial setups might have different fittings, so it’s always worth having a quick look before buying a new one.
If you’re thinking of replacing old taps, we can make sure you get the right fit and ensure the tap is installed properly so it won’t leak or strip threads later. If in doubt, consulting a professional plumber is the easiest way to avoid a wasted trip to the hardware store. You can read more about our tap installation and repair services here.
Is it easy to replace an outside tap?
It can be, but it depends on the complexity of the installation. If it’s just a matter of unscrewing the old one and putting a new tap in its place, you can give it a go. Just remember to turn off the main water supply to prevent an unexpected backyard shower.
You’ll also need the right tools, like a pipe wrench, and you’ll want to check for any leaks once it’s back on. If the tap connects to the pipe in an awkward spot, or if the threads are damaged, that’s where hiring a qualified plumbing professional can save a lot of frustration. We can install a garden tap quickly and neatly, so the whole job is done seamlessly and leak-free. If your tap’s leaking because of damaged pipework, we can also help with plumbing maintenance to fix the root cause.
How much does a garden tap replacement cost in Melbourne?
You’re typically looking around the $200 mark, give or take, depending on the cost of your preferred new taps and how many you need. But once we’re over, we’ll give all of your outdoor taps a test.
Other factors, like the location of your garden tap, whether we need to dig or repair surrounding plumbing issues, and any cost due to additional fittings or parts, all come into play. We’ll always give you a fixed price before starting, so you know exactly what’s coming. If your tap replacement is part of a bigger issue, our leak detection service can track down hidden problems before they turn into bigger costs.
Can I replace a garden tap myself, or should I hire a plumber?
If you’re handy and the tap is easy to reach, you can give it a go. You’ll need to shut-off valve the water, unscrew the old tap, and fit the new one so the connections are secure.
But here’s the thing: a small mistake can lead to big wastage or even hidden leaks that bump up your water bills. Hiring a plumber means the job gets done properly the first time, and a professional garden tap installation will also prevent leaks in the long run. Plus, if there’s a bigger plumbing issue hiding behind the tap, we’ll spot it before it turns into an expensive mess. For more info on repairs that go beyond the tap, see our dripping tap repair service.
Do I need to turn off my main water supply to replace a garden tap?
Absolutely. It’s the first step in any garden tap job. Without it, you’ll have water spraying everywhere the moment you start loosening things. Use the shut-off valve at your water source, then open the tap to drain any leftover water from the line.
Once the job’s done, slowly turn the water back on and check for any leaks around the fittings. This simple step can reduce water waste and avoid nasty surprises later. If your tap is still dripping after this, our leaking taps service can sort it out properly.
Can you install an extra outdoor tap in a different part of my garden?
Yes, and it’s a great way to make life easier if you’re sick of dragging hoses around. We’ll talk through the best location for your garden tap, making sure it’s practical, within reach of the water supply to prevent long, costly pipe runs, and suited to your water usage needs.
We can also make sure your outdoor water setup complies with local rules about backflow prevention. If you’re unsure, we’ll check with your local council before starting so you don’t hit any snags. If your garden tap job is part of a bigger outdoor project, we can also help with outdoor plumbing services to ensure your property is well set up for drainage and water access.
Can a leaking garden tap cause other plumbing issues?
Definitely. A slow drip might not seem like much, but over time, it can cause potential water damage to walls, brickwork, or even the foundations. On top of that, you’re paying for constant water waste, and those cents add up on your water bills.
If left long enough, a leak can also point to bigger problems in the plumbing system, like corrosion in the pipes or worn-out fittings. Hiring a professional means we can check for any leaks you can’t see and fix the root cause before it spreads. If we suspect the issue goes deeper into your pipework, our pipe relining service can repair it without major digging.
How can I prevent my garden tap from freezing in winter?
In Melbourne, it’s not as common as in colder parts of Australia, but we still get frosty mornings, which can cause trouble. To prevent leaks from frost damage:
- Turn off the water at the shut-off valve if you won’t be using the tap for a while.
- Open the tap to let any leftover water drain out.
- Use an insulated tap cover to protect it overnight.
- If possible, choose a professional garden tap or frost-proof tap designed for water efficiency in all weather.
If your tap does freeze, don’t force it. Wait for it to thaw, then check for any leaks. If there’s damage, find a plumber near you to get it sorted before you turn it back on.
Tips from our plumbing experts
Check out our blog for down-to-earth advice on keeping your outdoor taps in good nick, spotting small problems before they turn into big ones, and other handy plumbing tips for around the home.
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