A leaking shower
Water appears around the shower, nearby flooring or adjoining walls, or moisture continues to return after surface sealing.
Plumbing Bros services
Bathroom Renovations & Shower Replacements
Professional bathroom plumbing, renovations and shower replacements for homeowners, builders and property managers across Greater Wellington and the Kāpiti Coast.
5-starlocal plumbing team
How we can help
Bathroom renovations and shower replacements in Wellington
From replacing an ageing shower to completing the plumbing for a larger bathroom renovation, Plumbing Bros provides practical advice, qualified workmanship and clear communication throughout the project.
Professional plumbing for your bathroom renovation
A bathroom renovation is an opportunity to improve how the room looks, functions and meets the needs of your household. It also requires careful plumbing work to ensure the new fixtures, pipework and drainage perform reliably once the project is complete.
Plumbing Bros provides bathroom renovation plumbing and shower replacement services across Wellington City, Porirua, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt and the Kāpiti Coast.
Our qualified team works with homeowners, builders and other trades to complete the plumbing requirements of bathroom upgrades and renovations. We provide honest advice, clear communication and quality workmanship completed to New Zealand standards.
Bathroom renovation plumbing services
Plumbing Bros can assist with:
- Bathroom renovation plumbing
- Shower replacements and new shower installations
- Bath, basin, vanity and toilet installations
- Relocation of bathroom plumbing fixtures
- Water supply and waste pipe alterations
- Tapware and bathroom fixture replacement
- Plumbing for accessible bathroom upgrades
- Hot water system considerations for renovated bathrooms
- Plumbing coordination with homeowners, builders and other trades
- Bathroom plumbing for residential new builds
Shower replacements
An ageing, leaking or damaged shower can affect the appearance and usability of your bathroom and may allow moisture to damage surrounding materials.
Plumbing Bros can remove the plumbing connections from an existing shower and complete the plumbing required for a suitable replacement. If the position, style or dimensions of the shower are changing, our team can assess whether alterations to the water supply or waste connections are required.
Because shower leaks can come from several sources, it is important to identify the cause before beginning replacement work. The problem may involve plumbing connections, tapware, drainage, seals or the shower enclosure itself. Plumbing Bros can inspect the plumbing components and explain the recommended next step.
Planning the plumbing early
The location and type of your shower, bath, vanity, basin and toilet all influence the plumbing work required. Changing the bathroom layout may require water supply, waste or drainage alterations, while retaining the existing layout can sometimes reduce the amount of work involved.
Engaging a plumber early helps identify practical limitations before fixtures are purchased or construction begins. Plumbing Bros can review the proposed layout, discuss the plumbing requirements and coordinate its work with the people responsible for the wider renovation.
Bathroom fixture installation
Correct fixture installation is essential for reliable water supply, drainage and everyday use. Plumbing Bros can install and connect suitable bathroom fixtures, including showers, baths, basins, vanities, toilets and tapware.
Plumbing Bros can install suitable homeowner-supplied fixtures. Speak to the team before purchasing them so their compatibility with the proposed layout, water pressure and existing plumbing can be checked.
Quality workmanship and clear communication
Plumbing Bros is locally owned and operated by two working directors who remain personally involved in its projects. The team takes pride in providing a stress-free experience through honest advice, dependable communication and respect for customers’ homes.
Before beginning the agreed plumbing work, the team will explain what is required and provide clear pricing. Work areas are treated carefully and left clean and tidy once the plumbing work is complete.
Planning a bathroom renovation?
Contact Plumbing Bros to discuss your bathroom renovation, shower replacement or fixture installation. Tell us about your property, the work you are considering and whether you are already working with a builder or other trades.
When to call
Is it time to update your bathroom?
Bathroom plumbing problems can become more difficult and expensive when moisture is allowed to spread. Arrange an assessment if you notice these common warning signs.
Ageing fixtures
Your shower, toilet, basin or tapware is damaged, unreliable, difficult to use or no longer suits the household.
An impractical layout
The position of existing fixtures makes the bathroom cramped, inconvenient or unsuitable for changing accessibility needs.
Recurring plumbing faults
Blockages, poor drainage, leaks, low pressure or unreliable fixtures continue affecting the bathroom.
Why Plumbing Bros
Experienced plumbing behind a better bathroom
Plumbing Bros has completed bathroom renovations and shower replacements throughout the wider Wellington region. With qualified tradespeople, more than 15 years of industry experience and hands-on directors, the team provides practical advice and carefully completed plumbing for projects of different sizes.
- Completed bathroom renovation projects
- Experienced shower replacement plumbers
- Licensed and qualified tradespeople
- More than 15 years of industry experience
- Master Plumbers New Zealand member
Real Plumbing Bros projects
Bathroom transformations completed by Plumbing Bros
Explore real bathroom and shower projects completed by our team, from the original space through to the finished installation.
What to expect
Planning your bathroom plumbing
- 01
Tell us about your project
Contact Plumbing Bros with your bathroom plans, property location and the fixtures or layout changes you are considering.
- 02
We assess the plumbing requirements
The team reviews the existing plumbing and proposed layout, then explains the required work and any practical considerations.
- 03
Your plumbing work is completed
Plumbing Bros coordinates the agreed plumbing stages with you, your builder and relevant trades, then installs and connects the selected fixtures.
Where we work
Bathroom Renovations across Greater Wellington
Our team supports homes, businesses and property professionals throughout the region.
Customer feedback
Trusted by customers across Greater Wellington
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“Excellent communication and punctuality, with clear service rates and professional, friendly workmanship.”
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“Fantastic service from Plumbing Bros. Eben was a pleasure to have in our home and we highly recommend the team.”
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“Quick, efficient and friendly service. The team arrived exactly when planned and completed the repair excellently.”
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“Plumbing Bros exceeded my expectations with their workmanship, attention to detail and communication throughout the renovation process.”
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“Plumbing Bros came highly recommended and we were not disappointed. The work was friendly, efficient and completed tidily.”
Helpful information
Bathroom Renovations FAQs
Common questions about this service and booking Plumbing Bros.
Can Plumbing Bros help with a complete bathroom renovation?
Plumbing Bros completes the plumbing required for bathroom renovations and works alongside homeowners, builders and relevant trades. Contact the team with the scope of your project so they can confirm the plumbing work involved.
Do you replace leaking or ageing showers?
Yes. Plumbing Bros provides shower replacement plumbing and can assess the existing water supply, waste connections and related plumbing before the replacement begins.
Can you move bathroom fixtures to a different position?
In many bathrooms, fixtures can be relocated, but this depends on the existing water supply, waste connections, drainage, available space and construction of the property. An on-site assessment is recommended before finalising the layout.
Do you install bathroom fixtures supplied by the homeowner?
Plumbing Bros can install suitable homeowner-supplied fixtures. Speak to the team before purchasing them so their compatibility with the proposed layout, water pressure and existing plumbing can be checked.
When should the plumber become involved in a renovation?
It is best to involve the plumber during the early planning stage, particularly if fixtures are being moved or the room layout is changing. Early advice can identify plumbing requirements before products are ordered or construction begins.
How can I tell whether my shower is leaking?
Possible warning signs include water outside the shower, swollen flooring, staining, damp smells, peeling paint or moisture appearing on adjoining walls. Because several different faults can cause these symptoms, the source should be properly assessed.
Which areas do you cover?
Plumbing Bros provides bathroom renovation and shower replacement plumbing across Greater Wellington and the Kāpiti Coast, including Wellington City, Porirua, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Paraparaumu, Waikanae and surrounding communities.