InspectorJet News and Reviews
What’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…
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The 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…
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Your 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…
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Understanding 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 More DOMESTIC 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…
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Common 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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Main Line Sewer Clogs: Locating the Unseen Plumbing Hazard
Sewer lines transport wastewater from homes and businesses to the main sewer lines under the city. This is as far as most people’s knowledge of sewer lines go. However, a blockage in a sewer line can cause extensive damage to your property, which is why it is important to know the warning signs of a…
Read More 8 Quick Tips About Septic Tanks.
Know the location: As a home owner it’s important to know the location of your septic system. By doing this you can save yourself money by providing exact locations quickly for plumbers on site. Check the tanks a minimum of every 3 years: This is done by lifting the inspection cap on the tanks. By…
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The Dangers of Neglected Stormwater Drainage
Storm water, if not properly managed can put your property at risk if it is not managed. Storm water drainage can be a costly business if it is neglected. However, there are some telltale signs that can help you identify the problem before it gets too out of hand. Look for one or more of…
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