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Health warning for DIY toilet hoses
Western Australia’s plumbing regulator is warning homeowners about the health risks of DIY installation of toilet hygiene spray hoses, which should only be fitted by a licensed plumber. The alert from Building and Energy follows a rise in sales of the flexible do**he hoses in the wake of toilet pa...
We are available during the lockdown period to attend to your plumbing emergencies i.e. burst pipes and taps, cisterns running water that cannot be shut off, no hot water, blocked drains or gas leaks.
We have appropriate PPE, and practice social distancing.
If you have been advised to self isolate or are currently unwell, please notify us prior to physical attendance at your location.
We are available during the lockdown period to attend to your plumbing emergencies i.e. burst pipes and taps, cisterns running water that cannot be shut off, no hot water, blocked drains or gas leaks. We have appropriate PPE, and practice social distancing. If you have been advised to self isolate o...
Having attend to 4 very wet and soggy properties over the past fortnight with burst flex hoses, it is a timely reminder to check on the ones at your residence.
What to look for
Look for signs of ageing: Warning signs for faulty flexi hoses include rust spots, bulging sections on the metal exterior and fraying or kinking.
Check its surroundings: If you store chemicals under your sink, you could be putting your hose at risk of damage before the expiry date.
Installation: If you have flexi hoses or are installing new ones, ensure they are checked and fitted by a professional plumber.
Maintenance: Make sure to do regular checks of your flexi hoses and feel along the outer casing for any signs of damage. If you suspect a fault, contact a plumber immediately.
We can come and check your flex hoses for $55
We can also supply and install Flood Stop isolation valves to stop flooding from a burst flex hose when you are not home - Costs only $50 per toilet cistern and $100 per mixer tap, supplied and installed
How a common household hose could cost you thousands in damages.
Informative article from Choice
Some toilets are better than others for water usage. There are a range of designs available these days. CHOICE is here to help you find the right water-efficient toilet.
Yikes
A North Queensland woman has shared a horrific photo of her toilet cistern after noticing it had become difficult to flush.
Some interesting history of Perth
They were just meant for planning sewerage systems, but old Water Corp maps reveal Perth as it used to be, showing the stables, grape vines and chicken runs that were once a feature of backyards.
VBA warns on carbon monoxide poisoning risk following Hobart house incident
Information about applying for an owner-builder certificate of consent, including eligibility, training requirements and more.
Electrical and gas safety while working from home
With many of us now working from home as part of the Government’s COVID-19 coronavirus social distancing measures, it is important that you consider the following to ensure your safety and that of your family when using electrical and gas equipment. Electrical safety
Health warning for DIY toilet hoses
Western Australia’s plumbing regulator is warning homeowners about the health risks of DIY installation of toilet hygiene spray hoses, which should only be fitted by a licensed plumber. The alert from Building and Energy follows a rise in sales of the flexible do**he hoses in the wake of toilet pa...
Easy way to save some money - only flush p*e, poo and toilet paper down the loo
Australia’s insane toilet paper-buying saga now has a nasty sequel.
Please remember only p*e, poo and toilet paper down the loo
Blockages can be expensive to clear and expose the plumber to COVID 19
Panic-buying driven by the Coronavirus pandemic means some are resorting to toilet-paper alternatives.
Flush anything but toilet paper and you could end up with faeces on the floor
Social media advice about toilet paper alternatives prompts SA Water to issue a warming not to block sewers with newspaper, wet wipes and tissues.
World Plumbing Day March 11
Celebrate the important role plumbing plays in the health and safety of modern society
World Plumbing Council Master Plumbers & Gasfitters Association of WA
World Plumbing Day March 11
Celebrate the important role plumbing plays in the health and safety of modern society
World Plumbing Council Master Plumbers & Gasfitters Association of WA
Make sure that if you are going to install one of these that it is watermarked for use in Australia and that it has compliant backflow to prevent contamination of your drinking water
A NSW bidet retailer has been inundated with calls from people seeking a toilet paper alternative after supermarket shelves were stripped bare in a coronavirus-induced panic.
Tradie call-out fees - CHOICE
Are tradie call-out fees a greedy money grab or a justifiable cost? We find out what the fee should include and reveal what to ask your tradie so you know exactly what you're paying for.
Shocks and Tingles
You can't see an electrical fault, but you can feel one. Report all shocks to your network operator immediately.
Electric shocks and reporting
Electric shocks from taps, pipes or appliances are warning signs that something could be wrong with the electrical wiring or applainces.
When did you last check your water meter readings? Do you know your water meter serial number?
After some ratepayers received huge water bills despite not using the water, concerns are being raised about water security.
https://www.worldtoiletday.info/privilege-race/
Whether you realize it or not, your toilet plays a crucial role in how healthy and successful you are. Run the Toilet Privilege Race to see if you have a head start in the sanitation stakes.
Gross reason public toilets have a U-shape in the seat
It’s a detail that’s been staring you in the face but you’ve probably never noticed.
We have thirsty habits, and we can't afford to keep taking our water supply for granted
Although Australia is often devastated by drought, it's very unlikely that you'll turn on the tap and find no water comes out. But we can't afford to take it for granted.
Massive king cobra pulled out of drain in Thailand
A snake catcher battles for an hour to remove the 4-metre snake from a drain with his bare hands.
Surprising detail about monster ‘fatberg’
Scientists have finally answered the puzzling question about what’s in the monster fatberg discovered beneath London.
How much water does your life cost? Take our quiz
You might think about your personal water use in terms of how much you drink. But there's water in everything you use — and you don't see it.
Some good advice
The CHOICE hot water system buying guide helps you choose the best, most efficient and most suitable hot water system for your home.
Safety alert affects four open-flued gas heaters
A national safety alert has been issued for four open-flued gas heaters that, under certain circumstances, may produce too much carbon monoxide – potentially causing serious health risks to users. Building and Energy (formerly EnergySafety) is urging owners of these gas heaters to stop using them ...
How much water does your life cost? Take our quiz
You might think about your personal water use in terms of how much you drink. But there's water in everything you use — and you don't see it.
Toxic ocean 'fatbergs' and the ugly truth about our kitchen habits
Fatballs and their bigger, uglier cousin — fatbergs — occur when various oils and fats combine with other chemicals and materials that get tipped down the drain.
A good read
The case for lead-free brassware has been gaining momentum recently after a number of incidents of lead contamination in drinking water. Adelle King reports. There has been growing public concern about the risks of lead dissolving into drinking water from brass plumbing products after a number of hi...
Sir Bob Geldof - World Plumbing Day - Better Life Outcomes launch
Sir Bob Geldof provides the keynote address at an event in Perth to launch the Better Life Outcomes initiative to deliver improved, sustainable plumbing and ...
At last week's launch of Better Life Outcomes, Sir Bob Geldof put the challenge out to Australia's plumbing industry to use the skills and ingenuity we have to change the world. Will you make that commitment on this World Plumbing Day?
Did you know that the dual flush toilet is a great Australian plumbing invention, created to reduce water use in drought affected South Australia in 1980?
An older single flush toilet uses around 13 litres of water.
Now the dual flush toilet can use as little as 4.5 litres of water on full flush and 3 litres on half!
Plumbing improves the world.
Go to worldplumbing.org/worldplumbingday/
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