One of the less joyful things about owning or even renting your own place is having to deal with the maintenance and cleaning that comes along with that. One of those things we all have to deal with at some point is cleaning smelly drains! That includes your sinks and...

The best option is to avoid a blocked drain altogether Drainage systems are inseparable from our daily lives. We brush, shower, wash dishes, and do other water-related activities every day. This means that our plumbing system is always in action. An essential aspect of...

Plumbing problems can quickly turn into plumbing emergencies if left unaddressed. Yet every Gold Coast home inevitably faces issues like clogged drains or leaky pipes that require plumbing maintenance and repairs. From a stopped-up toilet to a bursting water heater,...

Let’s face it, when most of us discover that a sink is taking an age to drain away, or is indeed blocked, our first reaction isn’t always to call out a plumber. After all, a bottle of liquid drain cleaner won’t make a huge dent in your wallet and only requires minimal...

Drain flies are pretty unpleasant to have around but are a fairly common problem. There are a number of ways to get rid of drain flies. Often refereed to as sink flies or sewer gnats these small moth like flies belong to the Psychodidae family. They hatch their eggs in...

Close your eyes and think of a tap. You thought about turning a handle and watching the water come out into your glass, didn’t you? Well, think a little harder, because there isn’t just a single type of tap to consider. In fact, the various types of taps on the market...

Is there anything more annoying than a dripping tap caused by a worn-out tap washer? Even bigger bills and thousands of litres of wasted water can result, especially in drought-prone Australia. A leaking tap is not just a minor problem; it can also stress plumbing...

It’s a nightmare scenario that we all know all too well. With your business done, you press that button and … the wretched toilet won’t flush. For most of us your cheeks turn bright red and your immediate thoughts are unpublishable. So if a gentle thump on the cistern...

The feeling is all too familiar – you step into the shower, ready to wash off the day’s grime, only to be met with a weak dribble of hot water. Low pressure from your hot water system can turn what should be a relaxing experience into a frustrating battle with the...

When someone’s in the shower or watering the garden with a hose, do you pay much attention to the noise your pipes make? Answer: Probably not! You may hear a gentle whooshing; otherwise, it should be quiet on the western front. No gushing, no whistling, and no water...