DIY Plumbing Blog

If saving money during the uncertain times of COVID-19 appeals to you and you don’t mind getting your hands dirty, then we’ve put together a ‘Home Plumbing Tool Kit’. These are the same tools you’ll find in every plumber’s toolbox. By keeping these essential tools in your toolbelt, you’ll be able to complete your DIY …

We find 80% of all blocked sewer drains in Melbourne are caused by tree roots finding their way into sewer pipes and storm water drains. Who doesn’t love the look of a beautiful big tree? Providing shade and the beauty it attracts beats the look of a pergola or shade sale hands down. However, the …

The Installation of a hot water system to your home (gas or electrical) needs to be designed to produce a constant and reliable supply of hot water to all outlets. There are many details that need to be considered during the design phase and your local licensed Master Plumber should be able to advice you …

What are the options if your hot water is taking forever to heat up? If you’re standing in the shower waiting for the hot water to arrive then your pouring 100s of litres of good quality drinking water down the drain, not to mention money. In this blog we share 7 reasons why you may …

Summer is gone and Autumn will soon be leaving us as we start to rug up for the winter months ahead with jumpers, jackets and beanies. Living in Melbourne means we’re often exposed to four seasons in one day, everything from cold icy mornings to sunny afternoons and wet and windy evenings are all part …

Bidet products are sanitary fixtures or attachments connected to the drinking water supply; they are commonly used to reduce the amount of toilet paper used. With the recent panic buying of toilet paper leaving supermarket shelves empty, a bidet installation is an effective alternative during the toilet paper shortage. Melbourne has seen a large increase …

How annoying is it when you go to flush the toilet and it won’t flush? If you’re having guests over, not only is it embarrassing, but it can also be a health concern. At Essendon Plumbing Services, we specialise in general plumbing maintenance and emergency toilet problems. We operate 24/7, 365 days of the year …

The benefits of knowing how to shut your water supply off may only be realised when you’re confronted with a plumbing emergency like a burst water pipe or broken tap. The quicker you can turn the mains water supply off; the less damage will be caused to your home. What is the mains water supply? …

Does your shower drain block and water builds up on the shower floor? If this is the case, chances are your sewer drain is partially or completely clogged, but if you act quickly and get to the blockage in its early stages you may be able to save yourself some dollars by trying these three …