Do I Need a Gas Fitter or a Plumber?
Here’s How to Tell (Sunshine Coast Guide)

When something goes wrong at home — whether it’s a leaking hot water system or a suspicious gas smell — it can be hard to know who to call. Do you need a gas fitter? A plumber? Both?

If you’re on the Sunshine Coast and want it fixed fast, this quick guide will help you figure out who you need and when — so you can save time, avoid risks, and get the job done properly the first time.

What’s the Difference Between a Gas Fitter and a Plumber?

While many plumbers (like our team at Hoey Plumbing & Gas) are also licensed gas fitters, the two trades do have distinct skill sets.

Plumber

A plumber deals with water-related systems:

• Blocked drains
• Burst pipes
• Toilet repairs
• Hot water systems (water side)
• Stormwater and sewerage issues
  

Gas Fitter

A gas fitter handles anything involving gas lines or appliances:

• Gas leaks
• New gas appliance installations
• Gas line installations and repairs
• LPG conversions
• Gas compliance certificates
  

Some plumbers are not licensed to work with gas, so it’s important to check — or just call a dual-qualified team like ours, who can take care of both.

Common Plumbing Jobs: Who Do You Call?

Here’s a quick breakdown of when to call a plumber or to call a gas fitter to make life easier:

Job	Plumber	Gas Fitter
Leaking tap	✅	❌
Blocked toilet	✅	❌
Gas leak	❌	✅
Install a new gas cooktop	❌	✅
Hot water system not working	✅	✅ (Depends if its a gas hot water system
Kitchen reno with new sink & gas stove	✅	✅

Still not sure? A good rule of thumb — if it involves gas, always call someone with a gas fitting licence.

Why It Matters on the Sunshine Coast

Whether you’re in Nambour, Yandina, Bli Bli or anywhere across the Coast, safety and compliance are critical. Unlicensed gas work isn’t just illegal — it’s dangerous. And DIY repairs can void warranties and cause long-term issues.

That’s why our team at Hoey Plumbing & Gas is fully licensed for both plumbing and gas fitting. One call and we can handle the lot.

Need a Hand? Call Hoey Plumbing & Gas

Still unsure which trade you need? Don’t stress. Give us a quick call and we’ll point you in the right direction — or send out one of our fully licensed experts to sort it all for you.