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Blocked Drain Geelong

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Plumber Geelong Holiday Season Plumbing Tips

Bathroom Plumbing

1. Having guests visiting for the holidays leads to increases in toilet use, so be sure to tell your guests not to put sanitary products, napkins, or baby wipes in the toilet. Not everyone knows that these items belong in the trash and not in the toilet!
2. Ask your guests to use all the toilets in the house to reduce the load on a single toilet and decrease the chance of it getting backed up.
3. Make sure there are no items on top of the toilet tank lid and remove any items you may have hanging near or over the toilet bowl. Guests are not used to the way things are positioned in your home and they may accidentally knock an object into the toilet!
4. In case of a blockage in your toilet, do not keep flushing: use a plunger to try and dislodge the blockage.
5. If your toilet keeps running on, check the position of the flapper inside the tank. It has to fit over the hole in the base of the tank, if it’s not fitting properly, use the shut off valve, which is normally located under the tank.
6. Place hair traps in all showers and tub drains, as you will have extra guests taking showers and that will add to the amount of hair going down the drain.

Kitchen Plumbing

1. A lot of cooking will be happening in your kitchen during the holidays. Make sure that whoever is helping you in the kitchen knows what should go in the trash, what can go in the bio container and what ought to go in the garbage disposal (if you have one).
2. Avoid putting pasta, rice, coffee grounds, bones, potato skins, egg shells, lettuce or any large amounts of food down the garbage disposal.  Remember to run cold water when using it.
3. Be sure to never pour that turkey grease or ham fat down the drain and if you don’t have a garbage disposal make sure you have a strainer in your sinks.
4. If your kitchen sink (or any sinks!) gets blocked use this vinegar and baking soda solution to help unclogged your drain.
5. For dishwashers, make sure you’re removing the food scraps from the dishes and cutlery and rinsing them in the sink so that the debris doesn’t block the dishwasher water line.

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DIY Plumbing Mistakes-Plumber Geelong

The most common and general plumbing mistake involves the wrong selection of pipes when repairing leaks in your house. This is both in terms of the size & the type of the pipe that is being used to fix the repair. The pipes may therefore fail to fit into each other, as you need. Using too much force when connecting 2 pipes together or forcing the connectors may break the pipes or the connectors. Further leaks may develop in the pipes and they may burst when pressure  does build up in the pipe. Corrosion may also occur if you get the pipe type wrong. Professional plumbers know when to use galvanized pipes and when to use the correct copper pipes. 

Improvising make shift tools and equipment in place of what the professional plumber uses is another regular mis happening. For eg, many people use marbles or ball bearings instead of a real level when installing or repairing bathroom fixtures. A ball bearing or marble may not work when checking the level and this could cause you into unnecessary reworks.

You need to have a good design of where the sewer pipes are  going to be placed. This is especially the case when carrying out plumbing works in the upper floors of a building or apartment blocks. An odd DIY plumbing mistake routing the pipes in the wrong places so that they interfere with occupants of the lower floors of the apartment. Imagine a situation where you are always woken up by the sound of toilet flushing from the apartment floors above. A common practice by professional plumbers involves designing & planning the drainage network before the actual implementation.

The last DIY plumbing mistake in the list is failure to turn off the water stopcock before attempting any type of common repairs. This is always the first thing that a professional plumber will do even for the tiniest plumbing tasks at. Doing so prevents flooding, which often causes damage to common household items. It will also take you added time to drain the water from the house or appartment.

Trying to fix a small problem on your own and getting it wrong could create a major problem. Hiring an emergency plumber Geelong to rectify the bigger problem will cost you more money. You should therefore take your time when doing your own plumbing work to avoid such mistakes or call a professional plumber Geelong in case you are not sure how to fix the problem

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Plumber Geelong tips

If your pipes are noisy that they sound like squeaking or hammering, you can easily solve this problem. You can anchor exposed pipes to get rid of noises. Call a plumber to help with pipes that require you to cut a hole in a wall, ceiling or floor.

Many plumbers will request a deposit before starting a plumbing repair. On smaller jobs, they will request payment at the end of the job.

If your home operates on well water and you notice pink or orange stains in your bath tub and other fixtures, this is due to iron in the water. You should purchase a water softener to use, or ask a local plumber to make a visit to your residence & resolve the issue for you.

Putting a cup of any kind of baking soda followed with a cup of white vinegar into your drain each month will keep your drain running smoothly. This should cause a chemical reaction to occur and you should plug the drain. Wait a while, and then use boiling water to flush the drain. Although this is useful for clearing away simple clogs made of hair and soap debris, it will not work for more serious blockages.

Water that drains back into your dishwasher is due to a damaged sink hook up. The hose going from the dishwasher to the sink needs to angle upwards before going back downhill to prevent water from both being mixed.

Do not use your toilet like a rubbish bin to minimize potential problems. If you flush improper items such as disposable diapers, facial tissue, cotton balls, paper toweling, tampons or sanitary napkins down the toilet, you will surely have problems with blockages. Additionally, try to use the smallest amount of toilet paper you can.

Keep your dryer's lint trap clean. By doing this simple task, you can prevent a great deal of trouble. This includes prevention of fires. See to it that you look at the lint trap and find out if it has tears or holes in it that could cause lint to go inside your pipes, which could lead to plumbing clogs or other problems in the future.

Keep your bath tub in good shape by pouring a cup of vinegar down its drain on a regular basis. Use the technique above to help you. Doing this will help rid your pipes of disgusting soap scum and clogs.

Now you have the understanding of plumbing that you can apply to fix your plumbing issues in your home or business. The above tips were constructed to add to your plumbing skills, as you are never done learning or improving them.

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Plumbing problem Fixes

If your pipes make squeaking and hammering noise, it may be easy to fix. Exposed pipes need to be anchored when installed. If pipes are located in the ceiling or walls, you might want to have a professional help you complete the task.

Make sure the plumber geelong gives you an quote before the job commences. You may be required to put some money down before a job is started as a deposit. Never pay the total cost until you know the job has been completed correctly. This will help to ensure that the plumber is concerned about quality.

Do not use tough chemicals such as toilet tablets in your toilet. Many kinds of toilet tablets might break down obnoxious smells in your toilets, but they might also break down the rubber, resulting in malfunction and costly repairs.

If you are unable to relieve a clogged toilet with  the plunger, try pouring a small bucket of water into the bowl from about waist level if the level of water in the bowl has lowered. You could repeat this process agains if the water in the toilet bowl lowers again.

Take quality into account when it comes to replacing  the shower head. It is common to think it’s fine to buy a shower head that is the cheapest. The big issue with this is they aren’t sturdy and they tend to break a lot more often

Taking preventative measures means you will not have to spend as much on plumbing repairs and maintenance. Clogs can be a major cause of plumbing issues. Blockages in drains can be caused by hair, among other things. Stop hair from going down drains with a drain cover or screen designed specifically for this purpose. It is easy to get the hair out of a shower screen; however, removing it from a pipe is another story.

You need to use the information that has been provided so that you can make the best decision when it comes to alleviating your plumbing issues in your home. Getting a plumber for the job that is effective, affordable and has a proven record can end up being more difficult than fixing the issue. Take these tips to heart, and you’ll be better for it down the line.

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Water Damage

Water damage can vary from a small amount of wood warping or swelling cabinets to more serious damage like the buckling of floorboards and damaged walls.

Small drips of water can cause damage in specific spots. It is important that you locate the leak be detected early enough so the damage can be limited.  A Geelong plumber will be able to assist you locating the leak. Unfortunately small leaks usually only happen while water is in use and only stop when the water is tuned off. Taps usually only leak when water is running through the thap. This makes the leaks very hard to detect.  You might notice a wet spot but it will eventually dry out. You may open and close a bathroom or kitchen cupboard door many times before seeing any damp or wet patches in the area.

Water leaks that occur from drainage pipes supplying your home with water have water flowing into them constantly so the leaking will be constant.  This is great as it makes it easier for a Geelong plumber to locate the leak.  Importantly, with any leaking pipes the sooner they are repaired the less damage they are likely to cause.

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Hot Water System Options

• Natural gas – can be used in both water heaters and continuous flow heaters.  Natural gas systems are rated according to their energy and come in both internal and external models.  Gas storage heaters have a smaller capacity than electric hot water systems ones as they are able to heat the water up at any time of the day or night as opposed to within a certain time period only.
• Off peak electricity – has similar operating costs to a natural gas system but is only available where the hot water system has a storage capacity one hundred and sixty litres or more.  The hot water is generally heated overnight for use throughout the day.  It can not be used by continuous flow systems and is available for both internal and external use.
• Solar energy – can provide up to seventy percent of your hot water free of charge, making it a very environmentally friendly and cheap option.  They are the cheapest systems to operate but do have a high initial purchase price.  All solar hot water systems come with a “booster” source of power  to provide hot water during times when there is little sun.  
• Peak electricity – is used for electric continuous flow units and storage water heaters that are smaller than one hundred and sixty litres in capacity.  They can be expensive to run but are very popular in areas where space is limited such as in units and apartments.
  
• LPG – is used where natural gas is not available.  It is suitable for both continuous flow and storage hot water systems.
• Solid fuels – this includes wood, coal, and so forth, so the cost of the fuels can vary widely.  Solid fuels can be used on their own or in conjunction with off peak electricity or solar in constant pressure hot water systems.  They cannot be used with mains pressure systems unless a heat exchanger is used and can't be used in continuous flow systems.
• Heat pumps – is high efficiency and uses around seventy percent less electricity than other electric hot water systems.  They work by extracting heat from the atmosphere using a refrigerant gas and a compressor and using that heat to heat water stored in a tank at ground level.

Services/Hiring a Hot Water Systems Specialist

Hot water system suppliers can assist with the following:

• Advising on a suitable hot water system
• Installation
• Service and hot water system repairs (hot water system service and repairs)
• Supply of a hot water unit
• Minor plumbing issues

Ensure that they are able to help you to choose the correct system for the number of people in your household.  They should also allow for possible changes in the use of the hot water system in the future brought about by such things as an expanding family, the introduction of new appliances such as dishwashers and so on. A reputable plumber can install or replace al types of hot water systems, including electric, gas and sola.

Ensure that the system comes with a warranty, and that the supplier is willing to provide installation in a reasonable time-frame.  It is also useful if your supplier can provide emergency repairs or be able to direct you to someone that does.

The best method to find out about a hot water system is to get in touch with a professional plumbing business such as Melbourne 24 Hour Plumbing, Mr Plumber Sydney, Manly Emergency Plumber or Geelong 24 Hour Plumbing. 

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Extending the life of your hot water system

As houses get old, there are certain maintenance issues that need to be attended to. Examples include air conditioning, window seals , garden maintenance with weeds that keep growing and more. Very often people ignore maintenance on their hot watersystem. This can result in the  replacement of the system every few years or so often.

Here is a solution to extend the life of your hot water system. By replacing the anode valve every two years you could almost double the life span of the hot system. The best part of all this is that you do not need a plumber to replace an anode valve. You can do it yourself. 

To replace an anode valve is certainly no big job. Anodes are available from most hardware stores. Follow the steps below to replace your hot water systems anode:

1.     Turn off the water going into the tank and also turn off the power supply leading from the tank.

2.     You need to drain approximately twelve to sixteen litres of water from the tank

3.     Use a goodsocket wrench to remove the existing anode valve.

4.     Install the new anode valve. Its recommended to wrap Teflon tape around the threads of the new anode. Tighten it with a good socket wrench.

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Plumbing Geelong 101

At its base, plumbing is a very basic model as it follows three simple laws of nature:

1. Gravity
2. Pressure
3. Water that wants its own level.

If you can understand this, then you are on the right path to understanding the mysteries of being a plumber. This will aid you in making many fixes in your home’s plumbing system saving you lots of trouble, time and money!

Every business or plumbing system is structured with  different subsystems that are logical. The first system brings fresh and clean water into your house. The second system removes used water from your home or business. Water that enters your home or business is under pressure, which forces it to travel. This pressure ensures that the water can travel upstairs, downstairs wherever it is required in the home . To monitor the amount of water being used in your location, the water travels through a water meter.

All plumbing systems contain a main water shutoff or stop value. Generally, this is located close or nexto to the meter. In most plumbing emergencies, the first thing to do is locate the stop valve to turn the water inflow off. Its nb you turn the water supply off quickly, as your house or business will be flooded within in no time.

However, should you discover that the plumbing issue is located in a sink or near a toilet, then you do not need to use the shutoff to stop supply to the whole system. It is very common that most fixtures have a stop valve to prevent flooding.

Cold water incoming to the house is immediately ready for your usage. However, your hot water will need another step prior to your use. A pipe carries the cold water to your hot water system. From the hot water system, a hot water pipe transports the hot water to all taps and appliances that require use. In order to maintain the temperature on the hot water system, a thermostat maintains the temp that you set. The devices heating elements automatically turn on and off to maintain your most desired temperature. The recommended hot water temperature for a home is somewhere between 140′F and 160′ F. saying that, some homeowners set the hot water temperature to a hundred and twenty degrees F as its more economical.

It is  more common that some dishwashers require high water temperatures to help with the drying process. In these cases, the dishwasher will have their own mini water heaters to increase the temperature by an additional twenty degrees F.

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How to Extend the Life of your Hot Water Heater

As houses start to age, there are certain maintenance issues that need to be attended to. Examples include air condition, window seals breaking, garden maintenance with weeds growing and more. It is very common that people ignore maintenance on their hot water system. This can result in replacement of the system every 5-6 years.

There is a solution to extend the life of your hot water system. By replacing the anode every 2 years you could almost double the life span of the system. The best part of all this is that you don’t need a plumber to replace an anode. You can do it yourself. I know what you are thinking… what is an anode? An anode is the long metal rod that runs from the top of the how water system to the bottom.

There are massive savings to be made by replacing the anode every two years. To put this into a simple equation, if we say that on average a hot water heater is replaced every 5 years and we can double that to 10 years by replacing the anode every two years:

-       anodes cost about $50

-       4 anodes will cost about $200

-       approx cost to install a hot water system $500

Using this method, you will save about $300 + the cost of a new hot water system every 10 years + a whole lot of headache. Not bad!

To replace an anode is no big job. Anodes are available to purchase from most hardware stores. Follow the steps below to replace your hot water systems anode:

1. Turn off the water going into the tank and also turn off the power supply for the tank.
2. You need to drain approx 12-16 liters of water from the tank
3. Use a socket wrench to remove the existing anode.
4. Install the new anode. Its recommended to wrap Teflon tape around the threads of the new anode. Be sure to tighten it with the socket wrench.

In four easy steps, you have just saved yourself hundreds of dollars for not much fuss. Be sure to tell your friends and family about this little trick so they too can save money!

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Shortlist to Preventing Plumbing Emergencies

Test Your Main Water Valve

The main water valve controls the water system in your home. Your first action to take with a burst pipe in your home or business is to turn off the main water supply. This will aid in preventing further leakage or damage until a qualified plumber arrives. The water supply valve is typically located near the main water supply to your home. It’s important that the valve be in working condition at all times.

There is a simple way to test that the valve is working. Go to your bathroom and turn on the water in a sink or bathtub. Turn off your main water valve. The water should completely turn off. If the water continues to run, it means your water valve is damaged or broken. You will need to consider calling out a professional plumbing company such as Melbourne 24 Hour Plumbing ,Manly Emergency Plumber or Mr Plumber Sydney to replace the control valve.
Take Care of Your Drains

Plumbers often remove a variety of unexpected items from drains including hair and grease. Drains that are not taken care of can become blocked over time. To prevent blockages from occurring, it is of importance that no fat and grease is poured down your kitchen drain. Moreover, avoid allowing excessive hair going down the shower drain in the bathroom. Ensure your children’s small toys are not flushed down the toilet!

One of the major causes of blocked drains in Australia in tree roots. Tree roots cause large amount of damage and often causes recurring blockages. Tens of thousands of dollars are spent removing tree roots from drains across Australia ever year. We strongly suggest that you consider choosing where to plant trees and what species of tree to plant. Many local council websites have recommendations of what trees to plant. Its important that you spent some time planning of what trees to plant and where. This will save you money in the future.

Check Any Leaks

Leaky fixtures and faucets may indicate internal problems such as missing or broken o-rings or loose pipes. We recommend that you take care of minor leaks before they become big nuisances. The bigger the leak, the more expensive it is to repair. By removing the faucet spout, you will be able to check the o-rings and if required, replace them. If your sink still leaks, it is a great idea to call a plumber to do a routine inspection. Repairing minor damage will save you a lot of money in the future. Moreover, fixing water leaks will save you money on your water bill. Its also great for the environment to save water!

By maintaining the plumbing in your home or business, you will be able to prevent major plumbing emergencies that could end up costing a significant amount of money. Calling a plumber to fix minor leaks and other issues before they get worse is a great way to invest in your home and increase your peace of mind. Maintenance is essential to any home or business!

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