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Recently we carried out a major bathroom plumbing renovation in Strathmore Heights. The owner was after a local plumber and spoke to one of our plumbing estimators who advised them that their brief was achievable, and we could provide a fixed price quote via email within 24hrs.  The ‘Rough In’ Stage (the term used for …

When searching for a Plumber in Melbourne one of the key decisions you’ll need to make is whether you use fixed price plumbing or hourly rate plumbing. The current trend in residential plumbing maintenance is the method of fixed rate plumbing, so we wanted to look deeper into the reported benefits and explain how the …

Recently we had an emergency call to fix a plumbing job for Parks Victoria, at Brimbank Park in Keilor Melbourne. It was reported that there was a blocked toilet at one of their popular picnic spots. Being December, the park was heavily occupied with Christmas functions and a toilet block could become a health hazard …

Recently we had an emergency call over the weekend to a job called through as a burst water pipe in the ceiling of a home in Brunswick Melbourne. Our Emergency on call Plumber responded to the call immediately and assisted her over the phone to locate the isolation valve and turn the water off to …

Recently we received an online booking from a residential home in Moonee Ponds Melbourne where the owner suspected he had a water leak in the ceiling. He suggested there was a visible stain on the ceiling which had become larger and was starting to drip onto the floor below. Our local plumber in Moonee Ponds …

Essendon Plumbing Services has been repairing burst water pipes across Melbourne for over 30 years, so we’ve come to know the most common types and the best way to fix them. Burst water pipes can cause serious damage to your home if left unnoticed or untreated. The cost of repairing a burst pipe will vary …

We understand that no one likes to call a plumber, especially when you go to run a hot bath after a big day and your hot water is cold or you come home to find water dripping from the ceiling and a puddle on your lounge room floor. So, how do you decide which plumber …

When you turn on your hot tap and there’s nothing but cold water, it doesn’t always mean you need to replace your hot water system. Often servicing your hot water heater and replacing any failed parts will be enough to get you bathing in hot water again. There are several key components to a hot …

Most people will go for the ‘Drano’ or other drain cleaning products but what do you do if it fails to unclog your drain? If you have a minor clog, then why not try one of our DIY tips to fix a blocked sink. These handy tips will be as effective as chemically based drain …