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When rusty water comes out of taps and faucets it is easy to freak out instantly, what you need to keep in mind though, is that rusty looking water can come out of a tap after plumbing work has been recently carried out of if there have been recent heavy rains.

Isolation valves — or shut-off valves, are a vital part of the plumbing process, they need to be installed in pressurized water systems so that when a pipe bursts or a tap leaks, you can mitigate the risk of a large mess and cost.

Ready to purchase a new home? Don't sign anything until you have had a plumbing inspection ...

If you're looking at renting out your property, as you will be the landlord, there are a number of factors to consider - one of the more important factors is if you will be able to pass on the full cost of water consumption to your tenant.

We've all heard that annoying sound in the middle of the night, you know the one, it makes you toss and turn in your sleep.

So, your hot water system has stopped working and you're wondering what to do. Here is a step by step checklist on what you can do to determine the problem.

Did you know that dripping taps are the number one cause of water wastage and that a dripping tap alone can waste 24,000 litres of water per year?

Did you know that a hot water system can make up almost 30% of an average Australian household's total electricity bill?

Its winter again and for plumbing it means an increase in broken or leaking hot water systems brought on by the cold weather.

Often when we are called out to blocked drains, customers tell us that they hear gurgling or bubbling noises in the weeks and month leading up the blockage occurring.