Plumbing Blog
Can I do a DIY Bidet Installation?
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 …
Read More 5 Safety Steps to Implement When Booking a Plumber in Isolation
Just because we are all in isolation, doesn’t mean plumbing jobs stop. If you have a plumber coming to your home during this period, here are 5 Safety Steps to implement before and during your plumbing visit at your Melbourne home. Step 1. Be Sure Your Plumber Has a COVID-19 Safety Management Plan Be sure …
Read More Can I Still Call a Plumber During COVID-19?
Can I Still Call a Plumber During COVID-19? Yes, you can! In the interest of public health, Plumbing is considered an essential service, however the guidelines have changed to how we must operate. These changes are to ensure we protect the health and safety of our team and the community at all times. We operate …
Read More A Day In the life of our Plumbers
Our Experience At Essendon Plumbing Services we’re committed to going above and beyond to provide the best plumbing services in Melbourne. We’ve been in business for more than 33 years and our operations team have over 100 years of combined experience. Our administration team also have over 30 years of experience, from answering your calls …
Read More What Do I Do If My Toilet Won’t Flush?
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 …
Read More What NOT to Flush Down Your Toilet During Toilet Paper Shortages
We would have all noticed that purchasing toilet paper is near impossible at the moment due to many Australians panic buying large quantities of toilet paper, leaving others (including the elderly) to consider alternatives. Note: Australian manufacturers of toilet paper have said there is no shortage of supply. What not to flush down my toilet? …
Read More Why is my water bill so high?
Have you received a water bill much higher than usual? There are certain times of the year when your water bill will fluctuate greatly and the most important thing to check (before panicking and calling your plumber) is if your monthly usage for the same month the previous year was similar. If it is, then …
Read More What is considered a plumbing emergency?
Family over for Christmas lunch and your toilet has clogged? Jump in the shower to find there’s NO hot water? Wake up in the night to the sound of water dripping in your bedroom? The above are all examples of a plumbing emergency. These mean you have a problem that needs to be fixed urgently, …
Read More How Do I Shut Off My Water Supply
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? …
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