Posts by InspectorJet - Perth Plumbing Company
The Dangers of a Blocked Drain
Blocked drains are one of the simplest plumbing issues, but for all their simplicity, they can have serious effects. A blocked drain is normally caused by foreign items being flushing down a system, for example nappies or sanitary towels that have been flushed down a toilet. A blockage can also occur due to a buildup…
Read MoreA Short History of Plumbing
Early Plumbing Systems Since the development of great early civilizations, man has been aware of the need to have a system to dispose of waste and have free, convenient access to water. Therefore it is no surprise that one of the earliest plumbing systems were copper water pipes found by archaeologists in the palace ruins…
Read MorePlumbing and Repairs: What to Do After a Flood
Whether it be from a natural disaster, intense storms or a water related accident, you will need to know how to repair or rebuild your home or business after a flood. A thorough inspection of your property by a licensed plumber will unveil any hidden damage the extreme amount of water may have done to…
Read MoreHow to Avoid Losing Water Pressure in Your Shower
Have you ever been in a shower that had such low water pressure that you were not able to effectively wash your body? What good is a shower if you can not wash off your soap and shampoo? There are a few things you can look out for and do to make sure you are…
Read MoreWhat’s That Smell?!!!
‘A man has been rushed to hospital after a truck carrying human waste exploded in WA’s south.’ ‘Nearby workers told Seven News the explosion was big enough to rock their building, before they rushed to help the man.’ ‘It remains unclear what caused the truck to explode, but according to Seven News, authorities say it…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to using a Plunger
Most DIY fixes or emergency plumbing solutions require you to handle a plunger. Since a plunger looks like a simple tool, most people have no fear in picking one up and saving their bathroom from becoming the victim of an overflowing toilet, bath or sink. However, there is a lot to know about the type…
Read MoreYour Guide to a Dripping Tap
It could be the noise or the fact that water still continues to drip out after you have closed the tap, but eventually we all end up noticing a leaky faucet. There are a number of reasons why your tap is leaking. A cartridge or washer, which regulates the flow and temperature of water in…
Read MoreUnderstanding your Upstairs Plumbing
Most homeowners are unaware of how the plumbing connections are made to the upstairs bathrooms. Here is a short summary of how a good upstairs plumbing system works: The upstairs plumbing fixtures are all connected under the concrete slab of the second storey. Each fixtures that comes from your shower, toilet, basin , etc drains…
Read MoreDOMESTIC WATER PRESSURE, THE GOOD, BAD AND THE UGLY.
All new domestic houses these days are required to have pressure limiting valves at the boundary if the water pressure coming into the property is above 500kpa. When all the downstream taps are off the valve will control the static pressure to a maximum of 500kpa. (Pressure limiting valve on the meter.) High water pressure…
Read MoreCommon Plumbing Myths that Could be Costing You Money
There are many myths and old wives tales that still exist about how to get away with not calling a plumber to maintain your plumbing. These myths can lead to you taking unnecessary risks and costing you more money on repairs in the long run. Myth 1: Ice cubes and egg shells sharpen your garbage…
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