Business Details
Professional Plumbing Services Ballarat
Wayne Castleman Plumbing has been delivering comprehensive plumbing and gas fitting solutions to Ballarat and surrounding regions for over four decades. Our expertise spans commercial, residential, and industrial sectors, with a proven track record in complex projects including aged care facilities, hospitals, and heritage restorations. We collaborate closely with architects, builders, and developers while maintaining a strong focus on domestic needs like hot water systems and solar installations.Our team guarantees all work valued over $750 for six years, reflecting our commitment to quality and compliance. Specialised services include excavation for drainage, fire protection systems, and solar hot water solutions tailored to Ballarat's climate. With a fleet including a 1.7-tonne excavator available for hire, we combine technical capability with local knowledge across over 100 regional locations.
Services
Commercial Plumbing
Gas Fitting
Solar Hot Water Installation
Excavation Hire
Drainage Services
Heritage Roofing
Fire Protection Systems
Heat Pump Installation
Rainwater Tanks
Pipe Laying
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined experience in Ballarat's plumbing industry
- Our 6-year guarantee covers all work valued over $750
- Specialised in solar hot water systems for residential and commercial properties
- We operate a Kubota U17-3 excavator for precision drainage and trenching work
- Serving over 100 locations across Ballarat and surrounding regions
Services
Commercial Plumbing
Wayne Castleman Plumbing delivers comprehensive commercial plumbing solutions for new developments and renovations. Our team handles sewer and stormwater drainage, gas supply systems, and fire protection installations. With expertise in large-scale projects including hospitals and aged care facilities, we work directly with architects and builders to ensure full compliance with Australian standards. Our services cover all stages from initial planning to final certification.
Solar Hot Water Installation
We specialise in installing evacuated tube solar hot water systems designed for Ballarat's climate. Offering Apricus and Reclaim Energy systems, our installations include both residential and commercial applications. Systems feature frost tolerance, 15-year collector warranties, and up to 80% greater efficiency than flat panel systems. We handle government rebates and provide complete system replacements including disposal of old units.
Excavation Hire
Our Kubota U17-3 excavator provides versatile trenching and digging solutions for plumbing applications. With track expansion from 990mm to 1240mm and multiple bucket options, it handles projects from sewer installation to post holes. Available for hire with licensed operators, the machine suits small spaces and includes auger drive capabilities for footings. Minimum hire period applies with delivery options available.
Heritage Roofing
Specialist heritage roofing services maintain historical authenticity while ensuring modern performance. Using traditional methods like step flashing and lead work, we restore and install heritage galvanised products with period-accurate profiles. Our team handles complete roof replacements including gutters, downpipes, and fascia systems, preserving architectural integrity while meeting current building standards.
Heat Pump Installation
We install high-efficiency heat pump hot water systems as sustainable replacements for gas and electric units. Featuring Reclaim CO2 and Apricus models, our installations include government rebate processing and disposal of old systems. Heat pumps reduce energy use by up to 75% while maintaining performance in cold conditions. We provide full system setup including plumbing, electrical connections, and operational training.
People
Wayne Castleman
Director
With over 40 years in the plumbing industry, Wayne leads our team with extensive commercial and industrial project experience. He oversees all operations from project planning to final compliance certification, ensuring quality standards across diverse developments including healthcare facilities and heritage restorations.
Questions
What commercial plumbing services do you offer?
We handle sewer and stormwater drainage, gas supply systems, fire protection installations, and compliance certification for commercial developments including hospitals and aged care facilities.
Do you install solar hot water systems?
Yes, we install evacuated tube solar hot water systems from Apricus and Reclaim Energy, designed for Ballarat's climate with frost tolerance and 15-year collector warranties.
Is your excavator available for hire?
Our Kubota U17-3 excavator is available for hire with licensed operators, suitable for trenching, post holes, and footings with minimum 2-hour hire period.
Do you offer heritage roofing services?
Yes, we specialise in heritage roofing using traditional methods and period-accurate materials for restorations and new constructions requiring historical authenticity.
What guarantees do you provide?
All work over $750 includes a 6-year guarantee against defects, with full compliance certification provided upon project completion.
Which areas do you service?
We service Ballarat and surrounding regions including Creswick, Buninyong, Mount Helen, and over 100 localities across Central Victoria.
Reviews (1)
Jo Bell
Jan 20, 2020
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Wayne's knowledge of the of solar hot water systems for Ballarat made the difference choosing him over other companies I felt like he really was interested in our questions about pros and cons of getting a solar hot water system. Its in and works great
