WATER EFFICIENCY CERTIFICATE
A Water Efficiency Certificate from Refined Plumbing ensures your property meets the required standards, helping you avoid disputes and keep water costs in check. We offer competitive pricing along with expert recommendations and repairs to guarantee compliance.
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What Is A Water Efficiency Certificate QLD?
A Water Efficiency Compliance Certificate is issued after a licensed plumber conducts an audit to ensure the property meets the Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA) water efficiency standards. To charge a tenant for water usage in QLD, the property must hold an official Water Efficiency Certificate from an accredited plumber.
Our Sunshine Coast Plumbers can provide you with an audit and QLD Water Efficient Certificate from just $121.
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Water Efficiency Certificate Audit Items
Our comprehensive Water Efficiency Certificate service includes a detailed audit of all key items specified in the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Regulation 2009, as well as identifying any additional relevant issues that may arise. We ensure that:
Our experienced team guarantees that all aspects of your plumbing system are thoroughly checked and compliant, giving you the confidence that your property is water-efficient and meets all regulatory requirements.
If your property doesn’t meet the requirements, Refined Plumbing can help!
If your property is found non-compliant after the assessment, our team will provide a quote on the spot and can begin work immediately. We follow standard practices to eliminate leaks and ensure your hot water valves are within their service dates, preventing any disputes with tenants. What we can do to ensure your property is compliant includes:
- Install flow restrictor fittings or upgrade fixtures and appliances.
- Repair any leaks or faulty valves.
- Replace non-compliant showerheads, taps, or toilets.
- Provide advice on how to reduce water consumption costs
Refined Plumbing offers Water Efficiency Certificates and plumbing reports across the Sunshine Coast, from Caloundra to Coolum and beyond to the hinterland.
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- Need to meet the Residential Tenancy Authorities Water Compliance Audit? Our $121 fee includes the audit and the certificate.

Avoid water usage disputes with tenants by having a Water Efficiency Certificate for your rental property.
Water efficiency certificates and QLD rental properties
As a landlord or property manager, obtaining a Water Efficiency Certificate is required to be able to charge tenants for their water usage. This certificate ensures that you:
- Meet legal requirements: To charge water, rental properties in Queensland must comply with the RTA’s water efficiency guidelines.
- Prevent disputes over water bills: A Water Efficiency Certificate ensures that landlords and tenants are clear about water usage charges.
- Save on water bills: Water-efficient properties help reduce consumption and lower overall water costs, making your property more cost-effective to manage.
To learn more about the Water Efficiency Certificate, visit our blog, Maximising Water Efficiency in Your QLD Rental Property.
Trust Refined Plumbing for your Water Efficiency Certificate
As a leading plumbing services provider on the Sunshine Coast, Refined Plumbing is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality certificates.
Our team of experienced and qualified professionals are well-versed in providing water efficiency tests and conducting a thorough review of the water consumption costs on the property. They are also skilled in conducting plumbing and drainage work and providing professional maintenance plumbing services to ensure a property is water-compliant.
Contact our team today to learn more about our fast and friendly service, or book an appointment.
WHY CHOOSE REFINED PLUMBING SUNSHINE COAST?

Experienced professionals
Our team of skilled, licensed plumbers have extensive knowledge of Queensland’s water efficiency regulations, so you’re in good hands.

Fast and efficient Service
We offer quick and reliable certifications so you can ensure compliance without delay.

Affordable prices
Our audits start at just $121, making it an affordable investment for property owners and managers.

Personalised solutions
If your property needs any improvements to meet compliance, we provide on-the-spot quotes and can start work immediately.
Frequently asked questions
We recommend annual maintenance to keep your hot water system in peak condition. However, older systems or those in high-demand households may benefit from more frequent service.
While some maintenance tasks can be DIY-friendly, such as visual inspections and temperature checks, it’s best to leave more complex tasks to the professionals to avoid damage or injury.
Signs of trouble include decreased hot water supply, strange noises, leaks, or fluctuations in water temperature. If you notice any of these issues, it’s essential to schedule maintenance promptly to prevent further damage.
Regular maintenance, prompt repairs, and proper usage habits, such as avoiding excessive temperature settings and draining sediment, can help prolong the lifespan of your hot water system.
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Also having plumbing issues? Check out our Water Leak Detection Services.
Your reliable hot water solution starts with Refined Plumbing
If your hot water system is outdated, unreliable or no longer meeting your household’s needs, Refined Plumbing can help. We supply and install hot water systems suited to your home, usage and budget, with clear advice and quality workmanship from start to finish.
Our Sunshine Coast plumbers handle the full installation process, including removal of your old unit, correct sizing, compliant installation and testing, so everything runs as it should from day one.
Get in touch with Refined Plumbing to discuss your hot water system installation or book a time that works for you.
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