★★★★★
“He replaced my geyser in the same afternoon I called him. Followed up to ensure everything was working. His quote was good. I did not expect such quick turnaround.”
Andre Luck · Clifton · Geyser replacement · Feb 2026
plumbers in Cape Town · Clifton, Camps Bay, Bantry Bay
The plumber Cape Town's finest homes call first.
Advanced leak detection, geysers and solar, drainage, renovations and compliance certificates. Done properly the first time, with a photo report on every job.
- Nick is on every job
- 24/7 emergency call-outs
- Photo report with every invoice
Emergency? We answer 24/7.Call 073 184 5542 →
What we do
Services, priced upfront
Plumbing certificates of compliance for property transfers
Selling in Cape Town? The Water By-law requires a plumbing certificate before transfer. We inspect, fix the small things on the day, and issue the
from R1 950 incl. VAT
Geyser replacement, same day where possible
Burst or leaking geyser? We stock 100, 150 and 200 L units, install to SANS 10254, and give you the certificate your insurer asks for.
from R12 500 incl. VAT
Leak detection without breaking walls
Thermal imaging and acoustic equipment find the leak; you get a written report with photos and a fixed-price repair quote on the spot.
from R2 450 incl. VAT
Reviews
What Cape Town homeowners say
★★★★★
“We were so impressed with Nick's whole system, from detailed pricing to a message when the team was on route with their info and pictures. A highly professional team.”
Nicole Walden · Constantia · Solar geyser · Mar 2026
★★★★★
“Consistently exceeds our expectations with major emergencies across our properties. No matter how severe the situation, Nick remains committed.”
Barbara-ann Els · Sea Point · Property maintenance · Apr 2026
Our promise
The Done-Right Guarantee
We arrive when we say, leave it cleaner than we found it, document everything, and if something we did is not right we come back at no charge.
We arrive when we say
You get a message when we are on our way, with the plumber's name and photo.
Cleaner than we found it
Dust sheets, tidy work and a clean-up before we leave. Every time.
If it's not right, we come back
Workmanship is guaranteed. If something we did isn't right, we return at no charge.
Everything documented
Before-and-after photos and a written summary with your invoice, ready for your insurer.
Pricing
Fixed prices for the jobs we do most
Plumbing Certificate of Compliance
R1 950
incl. VAT
- Full inspection of water supply, drainage, geyser and fixtures
- Minor adjustments done on the day where possible
- Official COC issued for the transfer
- Digital copy sent to you and your conveyancer
Geyser replacement, 150 L
R12 500
incl. VAT
- New 150 L geyser with manufacturer warranty
- Drip tray, vacuum breakers and safety valve
- SANS 10254 compliant installation
- Certificate of compliance for your insurer
- Old geyser removed and disposed of
Leak-detection assessment
R2 450
incl. VAT
- Thermal imaging and acoustic survey
- Pressure testing of supply lines
- Written report with photos and the leak location
- Fixed-price repair quote on the spot
Call-out R650 incl. VAT, credited against the job. Every other job is quoted before we start.
How it works
Four steps, no surprises
We arrive when we say
You get a message when we are on our way, with the plumber's name and photo.
Cleaner than we found it
Dust sheets, tidy work and a clean-up before we leave. Every time.
If it's not right, we come back
Workmanship is guaranteed. If something we did isn't right, we return at no charge.
Everything documented
Before-and-after photos and a written summary with your invoice, ready for your insurer.
The owner
Nick Gilowey
I started Nick Gilowey Plumbing to do the job the way I would want it done at my own house: show up on time, price it before starting, use the right materials, and send you the photos to prove it. I am on every job, with a small team who work the same way.
Reg 2022/3083IPA memberSANS 10254 & Geyserwise certifiedFully insured
Property managers & body corporates
One number for every property
Property managers and body corporates get a dedicated contact, agreed response times, monthly statements and photo reports on every job, across the Atlantic Seaboard, Southern Suburbs and City Bowl.
How we work with property managersQuestions
Straight answers
What does a call-out cost?
The call-out is R650, which covers travel and the first assessment. You get a price before any work starts.
Do you give a guarantee?
Yes. Workmanship is guaranteed: if something we did is not right, we come back at no charge.
How quickly can you come?
Emergencies are prioritised the same day where possible; other jobs usually within two working days.
How do I pay?
EFT, card on site, or a secure payment link on the invoice. Prices include VAT.
Ready when you are
Call, WhatsApp or book a time. We reply within minutes during working hours.