Plumbing Blogs Sydney

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). 

How To Winter-Proof Your Plumbing

Winter in the Eastern Suburbs can present some unique plumbing issues. It can be very cold and wet, which is why keeping your hot water heater in prime condition is a necessity! 

After a long rain season (thanks to our  La Nina Summer) it can also be the time any potential plumbing issues rise to the surface. 

At Proximity Plumbing, we believe in preventative plumbing and regular plumbing maintenance so that you can protect your asset and avoid unnecessary (and costly) emergencies. So, we’ve put together some tips on how to Winter-Proof your plumbing.

Storm Alert: What To Do In A Sydney Plumbing Emergency

As The Australia’s Bureau Of Meteorology  predicted, our La Niña weather event is now underway with Australia’s wettest Summer downpours in decades occurring down the east coast. Sydney is in the firing line. 

Accompanying the big wet comes an increase of home plumbing issues like blocked drains, blocked gutters, blocked stormwater drains and leaks. Issues like this, when not dealt with immediately can have sudden, dramatic effects on your home’s plumbing system, even resulting in an emergency plumbing situation.

How To Avoid A DIY Plumbing Disaster

Carrying out DIY Plumbing around your home is a great way to ensure that your pipes and drains are maintained, cleaned and cleared regularly. However, there are certain home plumbing issues that are best left to your trusty, professional plumber. 

Whether you are attempting to un-blocked drain, sealing a leaking tap, or clearing your gutters, there are some important issues to keep in mind so you can skip a plumbing disaster. 

DIY plumbing can save you some time and cash, however you need to ensure that you are not creating more complex issues that a professional will need to come in and fix.

This article will help in explaining How To Avoid A DIY Plumbing Disaster. 

5 Reasons To Call A Plumber

Wondering whether your plumbing issue is reason to call a plumber? Here are five reasons to call a plumber!

You have a niggling plumbing problem but don’t know whether it’s serious enough to warrant a call out from your local plumber, you may be surprised to know that most plumbing emergencies are preventable if they’re dealt with early. You may even have a plumbing emergency on your hands right now and not know it!

By looking out for warning signs your plumbing system is on the fritz and calling a plumber near you to take a look – you can save valuable time and money and forgo the plumbing emergency. So, if you find yourself with any of the following plumbing issues, it’s time to call the pros!

Compare Apples and Plumbing Quotes

Not all plumbers are created equal. The service standard, workmanship, expertise and finished result can differ greatly from plumber to plumber. The first place you start to see differences is when you go searching for plumbing quotes.

Now, this is our speciality: professional plumbing services and we’ve worked damn hard to create a quality brand with the best team in Sydney to handle any and all plumbing jobs. SO it gets our goat when we see a “cowboy” plumber advertising services for ridiculously low prices.

How to bypass the Sydney Plumber Gimmicks

1. The most common plumbers gimmicks to avoid 
2. 5 tips on how to choose the best plumber for you 
3. Don’t be fooled by Google 
4. Questions to ask any plumber before you choose them 
5. Why Am I Telling You This? 
6. What does a $0 Call out fee mean? 
7. What sets Proximity Plumbing apart from the rest 
8. Our promise to you – How we work 
9. A final note about sales gimmicks

Why We Offer A $0 Call Out Fee

Proximity Plumbing is a true Eastern Suburbs based local business, operated and owned by a husband and wife team who manage a group of expert licensed plumbers and plumbing experts.
Our goal is to constantly provide real, true and honest information to all our customers and potential customers in the hope of raising the standards and reputation of the plumbing industry and be seen as leaders in our profession. 

As a Proximity Plumbing customer, you will be given all the information you need to make a decision on whether or not to use our crew for your plumbing needs upfront and in real-talk. You will not suffer from ‘bill shock’ because all our work is quoted, priced and approved before we get started. You know exactly what you’re paying for.