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We’re now in the depths of a Melbourne winter and most of us have our heating systems running more often than not, so its imperative you take into account the risks associated with incorrectly installed and maintained appliances as carbon monoxide poisoning poses a very real risk to a person’s life. Carbon monoxide, CO, is …

Our expert hot water team had a call from a customer in Avondale Heights regarding having no hot water. Their existing Rheem 135 litre external hot water service had passed its use by date and a replacement unit was necessary. The Solution Our experienced hot water plumber provided the owners with various options for a …

Temperature storage and delivery To protect against the growth of Legionella bacteria, it is a legal requirement that any stored heated water be kept at a minimum temperature of 60°C. To prevent scalding, the delivery temperature of water for personal hygiene purposes, primarily bathroom taps, is legally required not to exceed: 45°C – For early …

Essendon Plumbing Services has been a leader in its approach to operating in the new COVID world and has been proactive its approach to “Business as Unusual”. We are a member of both the Master Plumbers and Master Builders Association of Victoria. Both these associations provide us with regular COVID-19 updates on any changes to …

We had a recent call from a return customer who was having problems with his existing hot water system and needed it to be looked that same day.  He advised the hot water tank was approx. 18 years old so we suspected it may have passed its used by date. The job was scheduled for …

Plumbing emergencies in Melbourne often happen at the most inconvenient time, but what can you do to prevent needing to call an emergency plumber and save yourself some money? In this blog we share 8 handy tips to get you started with your own plumbing maintenance and prevent the need for an emergency plumber. The …

We received a call out to a burst pipe in Niddrie. Our office was advised the owner had already turned the water to her home off and there was nobody at the residence who had had a COVID-19 test or anyone with any flu like symptoms. So, our admin team dispatched one of our expert …

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 …

I’m sure after searching google for a Plumber in Essendon you’ve seen the words Honesty, Integrity & Trust many times over, and after looking at half a dozen websites it all starts to mould into one and feel like they’re just words with no meaning. This blog is here to help you find and choose …