Lincoln was laid out as a grid township in 1862 and has grown into the Selwyn District's second-largest town, with an estimated 12,100 people in June 2025. It is 22 kilometres southwest of Christchurch and home to Lincoln University, the oldest agricultural tertiary institution in the Southern Hemisphere.
Selwyn households pay a fixed charge plus a charge for every cubic metre of water, so a leak costs money from the first day. We find and fix leaks quickly, and plumb new homes in Lincoln's growing subdivisions.
Plumbing Services in Lincoln
Blocked Drains
Blocked sinks, showers, toilets and gully traps cleared fast.
View serviceEmergency Plumber
Water through the ceiling at 2am does not wait for business hours, and neither do we.
View serviceHot Water Cylinders
Hot water cylinder replacement across Christchurch.
View serviceLeak Detection
A hidden leak can push your household over the Christchurch excess water allowance and quietly rot framing behind your walls.
View serviceGas Fitting
Certified LPG gasfitters across Christchurch.
View serviceWe also handle bathroom renovation plumbing, toilet repairs, water filtration, backflow testing, pipe relining, cctv drain inspection and every other plumbing service in Lincoln.
Homes in Lincoln
Older homes in the original grid township around the belts, and a large share of newer housing on recent subdivisions as the town expands.
Common Plumbing Problems in Lincoln
Hot Water Cylinders
New townhouses usually have mains pressure cylinders in tight spaces. We match the size and connections so the replacement fits without changes to the cupboard. Hot Water Cylinders across Christchurch.
Blocked Drains
New townhouses and subdivision homes block more often than people expect, usually from grout, concrete slurry or offcuts left in the line during the build. Shared drains between units mean the neighbours can be affected, so we find the exact spot before anyone pays for more than their share. Blocked Drains across Christchurch.
Leak Detection
New townhouses can have leaks in shower trays, wastes and fittings hidden in walls or under slabs. We pinpoint the leak so the builder or owner knows exactly what to fix. Leak Detection across Christchurch.
Emergency Plumber
New townhouses and subdivision homes can share water and drainage lines, so an emergency in one unit may affect the next. We find the right isolation point so neighbours are not left without water for longer than necessary. Emergency Plumber across Christchurch.
Local Conditions in Lincoln
Selwyn District Council began chlorinating the Lincoln supply in November 2022 to meet national drinking water rules. NIWA notes ground and air frosts are common in the cooler months, so lag exposed pipes. Building consents here come from Selwyn District Council, not Christchurch City Council.
Why Lincoln Locals Choose Cheeky's Plumbers
Vans in Selwyn and Waimakariri every day
Plumbers based nearby, so Lincoln jobs are reached fast and usually fixed on the first visit.
Fixed price before we start
You approve the price first, and quotes are free.
Licensed and certified
Registered plumbers, gasfitters and drainlayers.
24/7 emergency cover
Burst pipes, overflowing drains and gas smells are answered day and night.
Plumber Lincoln FAQs
Does a leak cost more in Lincoln than in Christchurch?
It can. Selwyn households pay for every cubic metre used, while most Christchurch homes pay extra only above a daily allowance. A leak in Lincoln shows up on the bill straight away.
How do you find a hidden leak in Lincoln?
We check the meter with all taps off, then use pressure testing and leak detection equipment to pinpoint the leak before opening anything up.
Who issues building consents for plumbing work in Lincoln?
Selwyn District Council is the building consent authority for Lincoln.
Why does Lincoln water taste different now?
Selwyn District Council began chlorinating Lincoln's supply in November 2022. A carbon filter reduces the chlorine taste.