Plumbing advice and costs
What the work actually costs in Melbourne, why things fail, and how to tell a fair quote from a bad one. Written by the plumber who does the job.
Why does my toilet keep running?
The four things that keep a toilet running, the food colouring test that tells you which one you've got, and which fixes are a five-minute job.
How to unblock a drain, and when to stop trying
What actually clears a blocked sink, shower or toilet, what just makes a mess, and the one sign that means the problem is further down the line than you can reach.
How to fix a leaking tap
Which kind of tap you've got, how to change the part that's actually worn, and the point where it stops being a Saturday job.
Water hammer, and how to stop the bang in your pipes
Why the pipes bang every time the washing machine finishes filling, whether it's doing any harm, and what actually makes it stop.
No hot water? What to check, and when to call
The ten-minute check that tells you whether it's a reset, a repair or a new unit, before you're standing in a cold shower any longer than you have to.
What does a CCTV drain inspection cost?
What the camera costs, why the quotes vary so much, and what you should walk away holding.
Hot water system replacement cost in Melbourne
Gas, electric or heat pump, what each one costs installed, and the rebate that can take $1,400 off.
How much does a plumber cost in Melbourne?
What the numbers actually are, where the call-out fee hides, and how to read a quote before you agree to it.
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