Spring Plumbing Checklist for Orewa Homeowners

5 Things For Your Local Orewa Plumber To Check Before Summer Arrives

As the weather warms up in Orewa and the Hibiscus Coast comes alive again, it’s the perfect time to give your home a little post-winter plumbing check-up. While most of us are busy sprucing up gardens or washing down decks, the plumbing system often gets forgotten - until something leaks, bursts, or blocks up just when you’re heading away for the holidays.

At Betta Plumbing & Gas, we recommend these five simple checks to help you avoid summer plumbing surprises and keep your home running smoothly.

1. Inspect Outdoor Taps and Garden Hoses

After months of cold and damp, outdoor taps and hose connections can crack or leak. Turn on each tap and check for dripping around the handle or pipe joints. A slow leak can waste hundreds of litres over summer and that’s money down the drain. If you notice low pressure, it might be a sign of a small internal leak or sediment build-up. A quick service from your local plumber can sort it before it turns into a bigger issue.

Check for leaking taps as a small leak can waste hundreds of litres of water.

2. Flush and Test Your Hot Water System

Your hot water cylinder works hard through winter. Spring is the ideal time to check for signs of rust, leaks, or strange noises coming from the unit. Run a full cylinder flush to clear sediment, which can reduce heating efficiency. If your system is more than 10 years old or showing its age, talk to a certifying plumber about modern, energy-efficient replacements. You’ll save on power bills and enjoy more reliable hot water during summer guests and showers. Check out out blog on hot water cylinder checks here.

3. Clear Gutters and Check Roof Flashings

Heavy winter rain often leaves gutters full of leaves, moss and debris. Clogged gutters can cause overflows that leak into roof cavities or down walls, damaging plaster and insulation. While you’re up there, inspect roof flashings and vents for any loose seals. Our team at Betta Plumbing can handle both roofing repairs and leak detection to make sure your roof plumbing is ready for summer storms.

Clearing gutters can ensure theres no overflows that leak into roof cavities or down walls

4. Test Toilets and Indoor Fixtures

Even a small, silent leak from a toilet cistern or dripping tap can waste thousands of litres of water every month. Add a few drops of food colouring to the toilet tank - if colour appears in the bowl without flushing, you’ve got a leak. Tighten or replace washers and seals where needed, or book a quick fix before water bills climb with summer use.

5. Check Drainage and Outdoor Water Flow

Warmer months often mean more entertaining, more showers, and more outdoor water use. Make sure all drains - from kitchens to stormwater are flowing freely. If you’ve noticed gurgling sounds or slow drains, it’s best to have them cleared.

🌞 Ready for a Summer Without Plumbing Problems?

A quick spring plumbing check gives peace of mind before the busy summer season. Whether it’s fixing a drip, servicing your hot water, or sorting roof leaks, Betta Plumbing & Gas is your trusted Orewa and Hibiscus Coast plumbing team.

📞 Call or text 022 471 9055 to book your spring plumbing service today. #OrewaPlumber #WhangaparaoaPlumber #HibiscusCoastPlumbing #BettaPlumbing #SpringPlumbingTips