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Hot at night!

Hot at night!

The Auckland Plumbers Group 'HOT!' billboard has been relocated. It now resides at the bottom of Parnell Rise in Shipwright Lane (the old Strand). As you can see from the photo, the billboard is looking 'HOT!' again... especially at night. Keep an eye out for the...

Solar hot water

Solar hot water

Ever thought about solar water heating? Auckland Plumbers Group can install a very efficient hot water solution at your property and, depending upon your hot water usage, you could realise savings on your hot water energy bill of up to 80%! And how can you get these...

Dodgy gasfitting work

Dodgy gasfitting work

TV3 reports of a Timaru real estate company being handed a $55,000.00 fine for failing to check the safety of gas appliances and fittings before renting out a property. The agency and a home maintenance franchisee pleaded guilty to breaches of the Gas Act and...

Roofs and gutters

Roofs and gutters

Our latest billboard tells everyone it's "HOT!" but that's not the only message we're currently promoting... It has been a very hot and dry summer yet we all know that there will be an increasing amount of rain over the next few months. Our newest Auckland Plumbers...

Hot billboard

Hot billboard

Still feeling the heat? Or maybe it's just not as hot at your house as it could be? Our latest billboard has a "HOT!" message... hot water that is. Auckland Plumbers Group are experts when it comes to hot water. Our experienced tradespeople can advise and install hot...

Illegal gas installation

Illegal gas installation

Stuff.co.nz reports that a Nelson man has been fined $4,000 for installing an LPG powered fridge, in a motorhome, without a licence. The owner of the motorhome noticed a bad smell coming from the refrigerator and this had made her feel ill and light-headed, so she...