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2022 Home Insurance And Plumbing: What You Need To Know

Understanding your home insurance and what you are covered for when it comes to plumbing can be overwhelming.  Do you have cover if the land mower of your neighbour damages part of your pipeline? What about if you have a burst flexi hose?  Is Mould removal covered in your policy? What happens when a storm leads to damage in your stormwater drain?

When you know relevant answers to these questions, it helps you know about a successful claim and how you can achieve savings in case of an emergency. If you are in the midst of a plumbing emergency right now, please contact our team on 0420 102 394 and we will assist you with support over the phone until our team arrive.

Please Don’t Flush This Down The Toilet

Fatbergs are created when you flush down wet wipes or “flushable” wipes down the toilet and they get caught up in your pipes with a combination of any oils, fats or grease poured down the sink or debris like dental floss, cotton tips, vegetable or food cuts.

All the materials bind together and it can lead to the formation of a rock-hard mass (a fatberg) in the plumbing network that creates a massive block.

In Brisbane, Queensland Urban Utilities recently reported that in one year it removed 360 fatbergs across the council’s sewer lines. That’s a significant portion of the 4000 blockages in QUU sewer pipes each year, costing $1.5 million.

How To Choose The Right Plumber in 2022.

Imagine you’re in the midst of a plumbing emergency (we’ve all been there) and you desperately need an ace plumber on your door step.

We doubt in the middle of a plumbing emergency you’re going to grab your pen and paper and start quizzing the plumbers you find at the top of the list with twenty questions so you know you’ll choose the right plumber.

You just want the job fixed and fixed fast – we get it! 

All you need to know about how to choose the right plumber for your plumbing problem.

How To Unclog A Toilet Without A Plunger?

Irrespective of how hard you try, sometimes a toilet or bathroom clog is unavoidable. Whatever might be the reason for the clog, you need to clear the same. When you wish to fix the problem, a plunger might be the first thing that comes to your mind. However, what if a plunger does not work for your case? Or, you do not own one to start with? Let us help you know how to unclog a toilet without using a plunger.

One of the most common issues a plumber will attend to, and something that happens every day in home’s across Sydney. A clogged toilet.

Plumbing Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore

There are warning signs for most appliances around the house starting to break down. When the TV randomly turns off, when the washing machine starts clanging around with every wash, when the toaster starts burning toast randomly – everything has a lifespan. Something as complex and complicated as your home’s plumbing system needs every little part to be working properly most of the time. If it’s not, it will send you warning signs. Here are some plumbing warning signs you should not ignore. Otherwise, you could be looking at hefty emergency call out fees and more grey hairs than you’d like.

How Much Does Pipe Relining Cost In 2022?

Pipe Relining is known as a “no-dig” or “trenchless” solution and is considerably less impactful than the traditional “dig it up and replace” method of fixing broken or damaged pipes.

The main benefit of pipe relining is this; it’s quiet, quick and clean.  This is why it’s becoming the go-to service for Sydney’s eastern suburbs clients who are looking for a long term solution to fix their pipes, that won’t disrupt the home or garden.

There are many more benefits to pipe relining – which we’ll discuss in this article – most importantly, it’s fast and more affordable than traditional methods.

6 Plumbing Emergencies That Need A Professional Plumber ASAP.

Let’s face it, not all plumbing issues are ‘emergencies’. Some minor problems can wait a day or three until your trusty plumber is able to attend to your property. However, some plumbing issues are downright urgent and you need a pro eye to inspect, report and repair ASAP. 

An exceptional, reliable plumbing team (like ours at Proximity Plumbing) will do anything to assist you when you are in a jam, no matter what time or day of the week (we have plumbers on standby 24/7, 365 days a year). 

7 Plumbing Mistakes That Most Homeowners Make

Your home’s plumbing system is an integral part of your household running well, happy and healthily. However, there are daily plumbing mistakes that our professional plumbing experts see in almost every call out – most of them are avoidable with a little information and time!

So it’s up to homeowners to educate themselves and their families on small changes you can make to ensure your plumbing system is being handled properly and with care. 

Not only will it likely save you serious dollars and headaches in the future, but it will also ensure your plumbing system will work well and support your family’s needs for years to come.