They’re not as rare as you’d think – blocked drains are one of the most common reasons that plumbers get called out to a home. Blocked drains tend to occur at some stage in most homes and businesses, and need to be attended to immediately by an experienced plumber before the condition worsens. Blocked […]
This entry was posted in Blocked Drains and tagged Blocked Drains, blocked pipes, Local Plumber, Pipe Relining, Plumbing, Plumbing Tips, water leaks. Bookmark the permalink.
While it’s always best to call your local plumber in the event of a blocked drain, there are home-grown methods you can use if you’ve assessed the situation and it doesn’t look too dire. Here are a few tried (and sometimes true) methods. Blocked Drain DIY #1: Pour boiling water down the drain Many […]
This entry was posted in Blocked Drains and tagged Blocked Drains, Local Plumber, Plumbing Facts, Plumbing Services, Plumbing Tips, Sydney Plumbing. Bookmark the permalink.
Why Does My Bathroom Smell So Bad? If you’ve ever walked into your bathroom and wondered why it smells like you’ve stepped into an underground sewer, don’t be too alarmed – this is normal. It’s not good, but it’s relatively normal. It may not be an issue that you need to call your local plumber […]
This entry was posted in Plumbing Tips and Tricks and tagged basin traps, Blocked Drains, Plumber, Plumber in Sydney, Plumber Sydney, Plumbing, Plumbing Sydney, Plumbing Tips, water leaks, water traps, water waste. Bookmark the permalink.
Ah – the dreaded utility bill. We always seems to forget that they’ll come every quarter, and when they do finally pop up in the letter box (especially after a very hot summer or a very cold winter) the figure that pops up can sometimes come as a surprise. At least you’re not some […]
This entry was posted in Industry News and Advice and tagged burst pipes, pipe leaks, Plumbers in Sydney, Plumbing, Plumbing Services, Plumbing Tips, saving water, sdyney water, water leaks, water use. Bookmark the permalink.
We’ve said it once and we’ll say it again – as tempting as it seems, do not attempt to DIY any plumbing work, no matter how easy shows like The Block make it look. We’ve shown you how shoddy DIY jobs can end up, but the reality is that your personal safety is at […]
This entry was posted in Industry News and Advice and tagged Emergency Plumbing, Local Plumber, Plumbing, Plumbing Emergency, Plumbing Facts, Plumbing Sydney, Plumbing Tips. Bookmark the permalink.
Sydney Homeowners: Don’t blow it all on a hot water tank If you’re a homeowner with a hot water heater, you may have convinced yourself that maintenance on these wonderful devices would only occur very rarely – if ever. Sure, you could get about a decade of perfect work out of a hot water […]
This entry was posted in Plumbing Tips and Tricks and tagged hot water heater, hot water system, Plumbing, Plumbing Services, Plumbing Sydney, Plumbing Tips, Sydney Plumbing, valve replacement. Bookmark the permalink.
Water Saving Tips for the Ethical Consumer Sydneysiders love growing edible plants in their backyards or on their balconies. To make the most out of your home-grown produce and do good for the environment by conserving water, you should employ smart watering habits with any of the following techniques. If you’re hand watering your crops, […]
This entry was posted in Industry News and Advice and tagged environment, gardening, irrigation, Plumbing, Plumbing Tips, saving water, Sydney, water. Bookmark the permalink.
A leaking toilet can be an absolute pain in the neck, leading to increases in water bills, damage to surrounding walls or floors and even accidents like slipping over thanks to the pool of water. Thankfully, not every leaking toilet will require the expertise of a plumber or plumbing contractor. If you’re ready for a little […]
This entry was posted in Plumbing Tips and Tricks and tagged bathroom, home improvement, leaking toilet, Plumbing, plumbing DIY, Plumbing Services, Plumbing Sydney, Plumbing Tips, toilet valve. Bookmark the permalink.
In the average Sydney home, it’s in the bathroom where almost half of the household’s total water consumption happens. This makes sense when you consider the fact that the bathroom is essentially a room all about water, whether it’s washing or removing waste. But just because you’ve got to use water in the bathroom it […]
This entry was posted in Plumbing Tips and Tricks and tagged Plumbing, Plumbing Services, Plumbing Sydney, Plumbing Tips, Sydney Plumbing. Bookmark the permalink.
It’s certainly looking like Sydney is heading back to drought. If it hasn’t happened already, your grass will very soon be turning brown and your plants wilting as they try to survive the hot, seemingly-endless days. Here are five tips that could see your garden soldiering through summer while still saving precious water, without having […]
This entry was posted in Plumbing Tips and Tricks and tagged Plumbing, Plumbing Services, Plumbing Sydney, Plumbing Tips, Sydney Plumbing. Bookmark the permalink.