Plumbers in
Edinburgh
Affordable local plumbers covering Edinburgh and surrounding areas — family-run since 2002
Fastest for urgent jobs: call us and we’ll talk you through the job and price before we start.
Prefer not to call? Use the form — we’ll ring you back with a quote and a time that suits.
Gas Safe registered
Qualified engineers for gas work, boilers and heating — not just general plumbing.
Same-day & next-day in Edinburgh
Tell us what you need — we’ll book today, tomorrow, or whenever suits you in the local area.
Swift Plumbing · local family-run team
Our vans — on the road in your area
You get the same Swift Plumbing team whether it’s a leak, a boiler, or a blocked toilet. Our vans are stocked for everyday repairs so we can often fix things on the first visit.
- Price before we start — we talk you through the job and cost on the phone or when we arrive.
- Family-run since 2002 — direct contact with our team, not a call-centre runaround.
Recent plumbing work near Edinburgh
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Kitchen waste cleared near 6/1 Cambridge Street Edinburgh, Edinburgh after wipes were found blocking the soil stack. The work was rodded clear and flushed through with water.
EH1
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Leak repaired near Trinity Apse, Edinburgh after a slow seep had stained the ceiling below by Kieran. On site the team isolated and a new compression fitting made up to stop the leak.
Kieran · EH1
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Leak repaired near Royal Mile Silver Ltd, Edinburgh after the rising main was weeping at the stop tap by Kieran. On site the team isolated and a new compression fitting made up to stop the leak.
Kieran · EH1
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Water leak traced and repaired near Broughton St Edinburgh, Edinburgh by Kieran after the rising main was weeping at the stop tap. Resolution: sealed and pressure-tested before reinstating the supply.
Kieran · EH1
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Local plumbing work attended in Edinburgh (EH1) after the customer reported a plumbing issue that needed attending by Kieran. On site the team investigated and resolved on the same visit.
Kieran · EH1
newer coverage area Edinburgh — based on completed jobs over the last 12 months.
What we commonly see in Edinburgh
Based on recent local activity, jobs in Edinburgh often involve leak and no hot water.
Recently attended by Kieran, one of our local engineers.
Areas we cover from Edinburgh
Leith, Musselburgh, Dalkeith, Bo’ness, St Andrews.
Leaks & pipes
Dripping taps, running toilets, burst pipes and hidden leaks — we find the cause and fix it properly.
Drains & blockages
Slow sinks, blocked toilets and backed-up drains — cleared with the right kit, not a quick patch.
Heating & boilers
No hot water, cold radiators or boiler faults — Gas Safe engineers for repairs and installs.
Edinburgh, Leith, Musselburgh, Dalkeith and nearby towns — one local firm.
FAQs — plumbing in Edinburgh
Do you work in Edinburgh?
Yes. Family-run local team for Edinburgh and surrounding areas since 2002.
Do you do drainage as well as plumbing?
Yes — Swift Drains is our drainage arm, same company and number. Blocked drains, jetting and CCTV from Edinburgh without calling another firm.
How do you price jobs in Edinburgh?
We explain costs when you call — what’s involved, call-out if any, and parts. Clear price before we start on site.
Are you Gas Safe registered?
Yes — boiler and gas work in Edinburgh is done by Gas Safe engineers. Plumbing and drainage by the same local team.
Our round includes Edinburgh
Your local number for Edinburgh covers Leith, Musselburgh, Dalkeith, Bo’ness too. We don’t subcontract to distant firms — our own vans and engineers.
Ask about availability for weekends in Edinburgh and Leith, Musselburgh, Dalkeith, Bo’ness; we’ll be honest about the diary.
Explore nearby areas
Same team, same number. Call from any of these areas and we’ll get you a slot.
Clear pricing — Edinburgh
Older terraces and new builds in Edinburgh and Leith, Musselburgh, Dalkeith — we’re used to both.
Landlord and homeowner jobs — one number, no national call centre.
Blocked drain in Edinburgh
Boiler showing a fault code in Edinburgh? Note the code when you ring — it speeds up diagnosis.
If we can’t do same-day in Edinburgh, we’ll say when we can.
Renovation plumbing — Edinburgh
- Landlord repairs between tenancies
- Trap and waste replacements under sinks
- New build snagging and warranty visits
- General repairs booked around your day
- Regular work in Leith and Musselburgh
One firm for Edinburgh
You speak to our office or engineer — not a scripted overseas line.
We’ll say if a job needs a second visit to Edinburgh before we start.
CCTV surveys, jetting and clearing — full drainage service in Edinburgh.
Local firm, not a national franchise. Edinburgh has been on our round for years.
What happens when you book
This is how most jobs in Edinburgh run from first contact to completion.
- 1. We arrive ready to fix. Vans are kitted out — rods, jetting, boiler spares, fittings — so we often sort it first visit.
- 2. Price agreed before we start. No hidden costs. Anything extra is discussed on site first.
- 3. Gas Safe ID on request. For boiler work in Edinburgh — registration shown when asked.
- 4. Invoice or receipt provided. When you need paperwork for landlords or insurance.
Whether it's a dripping tap, a boiler installation or a toilet repair, we’ve got the skills and experience to get it sorted without fuss, at an affordable local rate at all hours of the day, or night.
- Quick and hassle-free Drain Unblocking
- Thorough Drain Inspections to find any hidden issues
- Trusted Drain Cleaning to keep everything flowing smoothly
- Dependable Drain Replacements if repairs are needed
- Effective High-Pressure Drain Jetting for tough blockages
- Same-day Blockage Removal
Got a plumbing issue? Call Swift Plumbing now, and we’ll get it sorted.
Repairing plumbing in the local area for almost 23 years
With over 20 years in the business, Swift Plumbing has tackled everything from blocked drains and leaking pipes to full bathroom installations and central heating repairs.
Committed to reliable, quality service, we work hard to keep local homes and businesses running smoothly, day in and day out.
Quick answer
Swift Plumbing is a family-run local plumber for Edinburgh and nearby since 2002. Plumbing, Gas Safe heating and boilers, and drainage via Swift Drains (same team and vans) — call for leaks, blockages or boiler breakdowns in your area.
Need help with your plumbing?
Give us a call today - We're here to assist with any plumbing questions or concerns you have.
Reviews & Testimonials
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