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20/08/2026

After-hours help for a blocked drain in Hughes.
A recent Water Tight Canberra job involved an after-hours blocked drain attendance.

The team attended site with drain cleaning and inspection equipment to assess the blockage and get the drainage line moving again. The work was completed as part of the after-hours attendance, which included the initial labour, drain cleaning and inspection equipment required for the job.

Blocked drains can quickly become disruptive, especially when they happen outside normal business hours. In this case, the priority was to attend promptly, inspect the affected drainage area and clear the blockage so the plumbing could be returned to working order.

Contact Water Tight Canberra for blocked drain clearing and after-hours plumbing support across Canberra.
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📍 Canberra, ACT & Region

19/08/2026

A running water meter can point to a hidden leak.

A recent Water Tight Canberra job in Forde involved investigating a high water bill and a water meter that kept ticking over while no water was being used.

The team checked the home, isolated fixtures and narrowed the leak search by installing an isolation valve where the cold water supply entered the house. Further investigation found the source behind the fridge, where a failed mini isolation valve inside the wall cavity was leaking.

The faulty valve was replaced, a brass cap was installed on the outlet, and access panels were fitted to make future inspection and maintenance easier.

If you notice a high water bill, running water meter, hidden water leak, leaking isolation valve or unexplained water usage in Canberra, it is worth having the plumbing checked properly.
Contact Water Tight Canberra for hidden leak detection and water leak repairs.
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📍 Canberra, ACT & Region

28/07/2026

Leaking tapware can waste water and cause hidden damage.
A Water Tight Canberra job in Reid involved assessing a leaking kitchen sink mixer and a leaking shower head caused by the shower taps.

The team inspected the affected tapware and provided replacement options, including a kitchen gooseneck mixer replacement and new quarter-turn shower tap tops.

For Canberra homes, leaking kitchen mixers, dripping shower heads and worn tapware should be checked before small leaks become ongoing plumbing problems. Common signs include water around the sink, loose mixer movement, dripping after use, stiff shower taps, reduced control over water flow or moisture under the cabinet.

If you need leaking tap repairs, kitchen mixer replacement, shower tap repairs or bathroom plumbing support in Canberra, Water Tight Canberra can help with practical plumbing advice and licensed tapware repairs.
Contact Water Tight Canberra for leaking tap repairs, kitchen mixer replacement and shower tap repairs across Canberra.
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📍 Canberra, ACT & Region

23/07/2026

Recurring blocked drains often mean something deeper is wrong.
A recent Water Tight Canberra job in Kambah involved a sewer tie replacement after drain failure caused by root intrusion in old terracotta sewer pipework.

The team carried out concrete cutting, excavation to the affected sewer line, removal of the failed section and replacement with new 100mm PVC pipework. An inspection riser was also brought to ground level to support future sewer drain access.

For Canberra homes, recurring blocked drains, tree roots in sewer pipes, cracked terracotta drains and damaged sewer connections should be properly investigated before the problem keeps returning. CCTV drain inspections and sewer excavation repairs can help identify the cause and provide a practical long-term solution.

Contact Water Tight Canberra for blocked drain repairs, sewer tie replacement and CCTV drain inspections across Canberra.
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📍 Canberra, ACT & Region

21/07/2026

Water around the toilet base is not something to ignore.
This Water Tight Canberra job in Rivett involved a leaking toilet pan connection, with water visible around the toilet waste pipe.

A leak in this area can point to a worn pan seal, damaged pan collar, loose connection or ageing bathroom plumbing. Even when the toilet still flushes, water escaping around the base can affect bathroom tiles, flooring and surrounding surfaces.

For Canberra homes, leaking toilets should be checked properly before the issue spreads. If you notice water around the toilet base, moisture near the pan connector, sewer smells, loose toilet movement or repeated bathroom leaks, it may be time for a licensed plumber to inspect the connection.

Contact Water Tight Canberra for leaking toilet repairs, pan collar replacement and bathroom plumbing support across Canberra.
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📍 Canberra, ACT & Region

16/07/2026

Blocked sewer drains often start below the surface.
A recent Water Tight Canberra drainage repair in Latham followed a CCTV drain inspection after a blocked sewer drain.

The inspection identified multiple issues in the existing earthenware drainage line, including significant root intrusion, cracked pipework and misaligned connections. These are common reasons a blocked sewer drain can keep coming back, even after the line has been cleared.

For this job, the team carried out drainage repairs from the face of the house through to the existing PVC section in the driveway. The work included concrete removal, hydrovac excavation, removal of the failed drain section, full PVC drainage replacement, backfilling and site clean-up.

This is why recurring blocked drains should be properly investigated. If tree roots, cracked pipes or damaged drainage connections are the cause, clearing the blockage may only provide temporary relief. A CCTV drain inspection can help identify what is happening underground and guide the right long-term repair.

If you are dealing with a blocked sewer drain, recurring drain blockage, slow drains, tree root intrusion or damaged drainage pipework in Canberra, Water Tight Canberra can help with practical drainage inspections and sewer drain repairs.
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📍 Canberra, ACT & Region

14/07/2026

A burst pipe can disrupt a property fast.
A Water Tight Canberra job in Fyshwick involved a burst water pipe in a commercial carpark area.
The team isolated the water supply, opened the affected area, exposed the damaged pipework and completed the burst pipe repair so water could be restored safely.

Burst pipes are not always limited to homes. They can affect commercial properties, strata complexes, shared facilities and carpark areas, especially when hidden water lines are damaged or ageing pipework fails under pressure.

Common signs can include water pooling, damp ground, reduced water pressure, sudden water loss or water appearing where it should not be. Fast investigation helps limit disruption, protect surrounding surfaces and get essential water services back in working order.

For burst pipe repair, water leak repair, emergency plumbing or commercial plumbing support in Canberra, Water Tight Canberra can assist with practical, licensed plumbing repairs.
Contact Water Tight Canberra for burst pipe repairs and emergency plumbing support across Canberra.
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📍 Canberra, ACT & Region

09/07/2026

Internal hot water systems need more than a like-for-like replacement.
A recent Water Tight Canberra job in Forrest involved replacing an ageing internal electric hot water system and upgrading the surrounding safety setup.

The existing hot water system was 24 years old and did not have a safe tray or emergency shut-off device. For an internal hot water unit, that matters. If a hot water system leaks, fails or discharges inside the home, the right safety setup can help reduce the risk of water spreading through surrounding areas.

For this job, the team installed a replacement 160L electric hot water system, along with a hot water safe tray and electronic isolation valve. The installation also included connection of the hot and cold water, T&PR valve, valve set, filling, leak testing and commissioning.

This is a good reminder for Canberra homeowners with older internal hot water systems. The age of the unit is only one part of the picture. The location, drainage, valve setup, water pressure control and safety shut-off arrangements should also be checked when planning a hot water system replacement.

If your hot water system is older, installed inside the home, sitting without a visible safe tray, showing signs of corrosion, leaking, running out of hot water or giving inconsistent hot water, it may be time to have it assessed by a licensed Canberra plumber.
Contact Water Tight Canberra for electric hot water system replacement, internal hot water safety upgrades and licensed hot water plumbing across Canberra.
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📍 Canberra, ACT & Region

07/07/2026

Blocked drains need more than a quick clear.
A Water Tight Canberra job in Curtin started with a reported blocked drain that had cleared before the team arrived.

Rather than treating it as finished, the team completed a CCTV drain inspection to check what was happening inside the line. The inspection identified minor root intrusion in the laundry line and also showed that the existing drain relining was starting to peel at the ends.

The roots were removed using an electric eel, and no further works were required at the time.
This is why a proper blocked drain inspection matters. A drain can start flowing again and still have issues developing inside the pipework. Tree roots, ageing earthenware drains, damaged relining, cracked pipework and recurring blockages can all be missed without a CCTV drain camera inspection.

If you are dealing with a blocked drain, slow drain, recurring sewer blockage, tree root intrusion, laundry drain issue or drainage concern in Canberra, a CCTV inspection can help identify the cause and guide the right next step.

Contact Water Tight Canberra for blocked drain clearing, WHOOSH drain opening, CCTV drain inspections and drainage support across Canberra.
☎ 02 6195 9991
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📍 Canberra, ACT & Region

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