our story
Dedicated plumbing drainage & gas experts for over 20 years.
Voted in the top 8 plumbers nationwide! Take a look at the article here.
Our company was established in 2000 as J&T Plumbing by James and Tania Vinson. Our mission is to be the number one plumbing services provider in the Bay of Plenty.
We have always had a vision to establish a business that is transparent in its culture, inspired by friendliness, trustworthiness and reliability. We work to provide environmentally safe and sound solutions in plumbing, drainage and gas. JT Plumbing services Tauranga, Papamoa, Mt Maunganui and throughout the Bay of Plenty.
James & Tania Vinson
Owners & Director, JT Plumbing
THE JT PLUMBING GUARANTEE
7 Point Gold Guarantee
For your peace of mind, we offer our 7 Point Gold Guarantee on all our work. This promises safety, security, great communication, extended maintenance, and much more.
Master Plumbers Guarantee
As registered Master Plumbers, you are assured of quality workmanship and great service. All of our work is covered by the Master Plumbers Guarantee.
customer & community
We consciously work to minimise our impact on the environment, preserving it for future generations. You might have seen our mascot JT the blue duck on our website or our vans. To us, he’s more than a cute rubber duck. He’s inspired by our native blue duck, the Whio. The Whio is endangered, with less than 3000 across the country, and we care about conserving this national treasure for future generations.
We build relationships with our customers by being
- Approachable and friendly
- Great communicators
- Present and engaged
- Respectful of people and property
- Able to put ourselves in our customers’ shoes
We provide exceptional service by
- Offering prompt, acceptable solutions and alternatives
- Keeping our customers updated during the job
- Being punctual
- Keeping promises
- Going the extra mile
- Doing quality work the first time
OUR TEAM
At JT Plumbing and Drainage we believe a champion team always beats a team of champions. In saying that, our team not only works enthusiastically together but are each highly capable plumbers, drain layers and gasfitters in their own right. Between us all, the years of plumbing experience adds up to over 150 years and equals an unprecedented quality experience for you.
Our highly experienced team of Tauranga plumbers have encountered most plumbing and drainage situations before. Whether you are building a new home, facing a complex plumbing task, or just have a blocked drain or leaky tap, we can help. Our team is focused on doing it right the first time and ensuring satisfaction and happiness for our customers in Tauranga, Mount Maunganui and Papamoa.
Lenaire LucasFebruary 21, 2024.Because the timing was tricky, (on a Friday afternoon) I was lucky to have a visit from Matt, who sorted out my problem straight away. I'm more than happy with the service!Danielle ReneeJanuary 29, 2024.Great service, reliable & a fantastic team to work with. Cannot recommend enough!Victor LeeDecember 1, 2023.Quick and professional service, had a small leak after first installation, the gas fitter was quick to come back and rectify it, highly recommended!TGA Farmers MarketNovember 30, 2023.Excellent service with our hot water cylinder as they had us up and running with hot water same day the job was lodged. Thanks Team Lyn JennerRob ShimminNovember 22, 2023.JT Plumbing were able to come same day and fix our plumbing issue. Our plumber was friendly and took time to explain the situation. We were super happy with their service. Thanks, Suedayne boweNovember 2, 2023.Needed a sink connected, new tap attached to new shed, and new shed downpipes connected to a drain, quite a bit of work. Ill never need to look for another plumber in my life, thank you JT plumbing! Totaly pro....totally recommend...you dont need to keep looking for the best plumbers...if you are reading this then you have found them.Barry PearceOctober 11, 2023.Very happy with the service provided (new Hot Water cylinder.) Management and staff were prompt and efficient and pleasant to deal with. Quote and job were spot on.Jamie&Trudi CantwellSeptember 22, 2023.Great service again from JT Plumbing. We have used this firm on at least one previous occasion and the customer service is excellent. They attended on the same day as our initial call and sorted the issue promptly. Many thanks - this business is highly recommended.Joel SheelySeptember 2, 2022.JT plumbing have been working with us on countless projects for the last 4 years. These guys do a brilliant job. There work is neat and tidy, they are friendly, cost effective and work with our (sometimes hectic) schedule. We will be using these guys again! Thanks!Alan HultonFebruary 19, 2022.Great communication from outset. Expected to have to wait for job to be done but it was done day after i rang them. Charles was very efficient and job was done with no hassle and no mess. Cost was very fair and within what we thought it might be. Their charges were all explained right from the start. Very pleased with service and highly recommend
JAMES VINSON - Owner & Director
TANIA VINSON - Owner & Director
LUKE GOWER - Operations Manager
GRANT LIPSCHITZ - Senior Estimator
RYAN PLANK - Office Manager
JESSICA LOCKE - Marketing Coordinator
Lenaire LucasFebruary 21, 2024.Because the timing was tricky, (on a Friday afternoon) I was lucky to have a visit from Matt, who sorted out my problem straight away. I'm more than happy with the service!Danielle ReneeJanuary 29, 2024.Great service, reliable & a fantastic team to work with. Cannot recommend enough!Victor LeeDecember 1, 2023.Quick and professional service, had a small leak after first installation, the gas fitter was quick to come back and rectify it, highly recommended!TGA Farmers MarketNovember 30, 2023.Excellent service with our hot water cylinder as they had us up and running with hot water same day the job was lodged. Thanks Team Lyn JennerRob ShimminNovember 22, 2023.JT Plumbing were able to come same day and fix our plumbing issue. Our plumber was friendly and took time to explain the situation. We were super happy with their service. Thanks, Suedayne boweNovember 2, 2023.Needed a sink connected, new tap attached to new shed, and new shed downpipes connected to a drain, quite a bit of work. Ill never need to look for another plumber in my life, thank you JT plumbing! Totaly pro....totally recommend...you dont need to keep looking for the best plumbers...if you are reading this then you have found them.Barry PearceOctober 11, 2023.Very happy with the service provided (new Hot Water cylinder.) Management and staff were prompt and efficient and pleasant to deal with. Quote and job were spot on.Jamie&Trudi CantwellSeptember 22, 2023.Great service again from JT Plumbing. We have used this firm on at least one previous occasion and the customer service is excellent. They attended on the same day as our initial call and sorted the issue promptly. Many thanks - this business is highly recommended.Joel SheelySeptember 2, 2022.JT plumbing have been working with us on countless projects for the last 4 years. These guys do a brilliant job. There work is neat and tidy, they are friendly, cost effective and work with our (sometimes hectic) schedule. We will be using these guys again! Thanks!Alan HultonFebruary 19, 2022.Great communication from outset. Expected to have to wait for job to be done but it was done day after i rang them. Charles was very efficient and job was done with no hassle and no mess. Cost was very fair and within what we thought it might be. Their charges were all explained right from the start. Very pleased with service and highly recommend