The weather is starting to cool down, and before winter comes upon us, we should start thinking about how to winter-proof our plumbing system so that we can avoid any plumbing issues. While winter is still 2 months away, you have a lot to prepare before the cold weather hits, so let’s get started. Check your gutters Before all the rain comes, make sure that your gutters are clear of dirt, debris and anything that might cause blockages. Check your downpipes Make sure your downpipes are working and draining water...

The weather is starting to cool down, and before winter comes upon us, we should start thinking about how to winter-proof our plumbing system so that we can avoid any plumbing issues. While winter is still 2 months away, you have a lot to prepare before the cold weather hits, so let’s get started. Check your gutters Before all the rain comes, make sure that your gutters are clear of dirt, debris and anything that might cause blockages. Check your downpipes Make sure your downpipes are working and draining water...

Most of us feel that we can tackle a lot of plumbing jobs on our own. In the plumbing world, this is highly discouraged due to the likeness of a DIY home disaster. For the most part, larger construction jobs require a permit or license to undergo major scopes of work. That is why it is always recommended that if the job is one that is considered to be a "major plumbing job", we recommend that you always consult a professional.   Tackling small minor plumbing jobs, however, can not...

It’s not just every day homes that have plumbing issues, but businesses too. It’s safe to say that, as a business, plumbing is most likely not your area of expertise and is something you’d rather not have to deal with. There are a couple of crucial things you need to keep in mind when considering which plumbing service to hire for your commercial job. License and Insurance Firstly, you want to make sure that the company you are hiring is fully licensed and insured. It is crucial that you ask...

Did you know that we Australians are one of the highest consumers of water in the world? On average, we consume about 340 litres per day, per person and 900 litres per household, per day. Are you aware of the many ways that you can save water and be more environmentally healthy in your home? If not, don’t worry, we’ve got a ton of tips for you: In the kitchen Don’t leave the water running while rinsing dishes – scrape off as much scraps and residue off before washing them...

While the trees in your backyard may look beautiful on the outside, beneath the surface they can be deadly. Tree roots grow in the direction of moisture and will seek out the places with the most moisture and nutrients. One of those places within your home is your pipes. They can find small cracks and leaks in the pipes and begin to grow within them. If they continue to grow, they can eventually block the pipes completely, stopping water flow and causing a lot of pressure that could cause pipes...

Hydrochloric Acid use on copper pipes! Hydrochloric Acid is a chemical that can be used to clean out blocked copper pipes, it is a mixture of Hydrochloride mixed with water it is used because of it being a powerful dissolving agent chemical that can break down the likes of hair, soap, fats and even metals. Most often than not this chemical is found in a lot of conventional household cleaning supplies; however, it is incredibly diluted for the most part when found in these particular products. Fun fact, Hydrochloric Acid...

Camera draining inspections Have you ever had a plumber come out and perform a hundred and one tasks because they weren't quite sure what the cause of your problem was? Unfortunately, in our line on business, it's difficult to know precisely what is going on inside your drains or underground, unless we see it with our eyes. That is why getting a plumber who uses the latest technology will not only minimise the amount of time needed to fix the issue, but it will also reduce the amount you will...

4 Ways to naturally clear your drains that are chemical free and inexpensive! More often than not, a lot of us are looking for new and efficient ways to minimise our impact on the environment, and there are a few ways we can go about doing this. One of the most effective ways to reduce your carbon and environmental footprint is to reduce your use of toxic chemicals. When it comes to unblocking drains, we unfortunately sometimes need to take extraordinary measures to unblock our pipes; however, there are a...

How common household drains get blocked Slow and sluggish drains are a common household problem and often caused because of a lack of cleaning or sudden blockages. So, what are some of the ways that our drains get blocked and what are some of the things we can do to prevent it from happening? The most significant cause of a blocked shower drain is body and head hair. Often people shave in the shower or loose hair when they wash their head hair, this results in it falling into the...