Tag: Plumbing

Advice, tips and tricks of the plumbing kind

Did you know that sanitary plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying must be done by authorised tradespeople? Follow our blog for expert advice on plumbing repairs, renovations, servicing and seasonal maintenance.

Don't risk it! If you have a plumbing problem, contact a Master Plumber.

Summer water saving

As the weather hots up, we all need to think about conserving water—especially those of us on tank water. Simple actions can save thousands of litres of water each year.

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Can I do my own plumbing?

Short answer: No. There's not much you can do without running into trouble with the law. Changing a tap washer is fine, but that’s about it.

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How hot should my water be?

Water coming out of the tap too hot can be quite dangerous, especially if you've got young children.

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Stop your pipes from freezing

Just like the rest of us, pipes like to be kept warm. If the pipes running from your hot water cylinder to the roof are likely to get iced up,...

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Unblocking a basin

If your basin gets clogged, don't panic - try using a plunger. Keep a damp rag over the overflow while you do it. If the problem persists, contact a Master Plumber.

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Find the shut-off valves

If you're on mains water, the most important thing you need to do is find out where the water shut-off valve is and how to turn it off.

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