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Practical, plain-English guides from a licensed Gold Coast plumber based in Parkwood. Read about hot water systems and Queensland replacement rules, finding hidden leaks and what a high water bill can mean, when a CCTV drain inspection is worth it, when to call a licensed gas fitter, and what a plumbing report for an insurance claim should include. Every article explains what the evidence can and can't show, and points you to the right service when you need a hand. Articles are grouped by service below.
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Hot water relief valve leaking: normal drip or a problem?
Why the relief valve on your hot water system drips, when it's normal, when it's a fault, and what to check safely before calling a licensed plumber.
Read articleReplacing a hot water system in Queensland: what a compliant job includes
What a properly done hot water replacement in Queensland includes: correct sizing, the 50°C bathroom limit, QBCC notification, STCs and paperwork.
Read articleA practical plumbing maintenance checklist for homeowners
A practical plumbing maintenance checklist for homeowners covering taps, toilets, drains, hot water and early leak signs, plus when to call a licensed plumber.
Read articleObservations versus opinions: how technical reports describe water damage
Why good plumbing reports separate what was observed and measured from professional opinion, and how careful wording helps insurers and owners read findings.
Read articleSolar hot water not heating: possible causes and next steps
Solar hot water running cold? Possible causes, safe checks you can make from the ground, and why roof and electrical work should be left to licensed trades.
Read articleWhat should an insurance-related plumbing report include?
What a clear, evidence-led plumbing report for an insurance matter should contain, from site details and test methods to observations, limitations and photos.
Read articleWater meter moving when every tap is off: what to check next
If your water meter moves with every tap off, there may be a leak. Simple checks a homeowner can make, and when to call a licensed plumber to test further.
Read articleWhen should you contact a licensed gas fitter?
Gas work in Queensland needs a licensed gas fitter. Signs you should call one, what to do if you smell gas, and why DIY gas work is not safe for homeowners.
Read articleThermal imaging for leak detection: what it can and cannot tell you
Thermal imaging can help locate hidden leaks, but it shows temperature, not water. Learn what a thermal camera can show, its limits and how results are checked.
Read articleWhen is a CCTV drain inspection useful?
A CCTV drain inspection lets a plumber see inside drains without digging. Learn when it is useful, what it can show, its limits and what to expect on the day.
Read articleHow a plumber investigates a hidden water leak
A step-by-step look at how a licensed plumber investigates a hidden water leak, from meter checks and pressure testing to narrowing down likely locations.
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