A year ago I noticed the downpipe adjacent our kitchen window was dripping more water that it was draining away during a heavy down pour. On closer inspection, I found the downpipe had rusted out and was so brittle...
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Most modern kitchens allow a space under the sink for a dishwasher. What used to be a luxury appliance, is now common place in most family kitchens.
But there are some people...
One of the key features of old Queenslander type homes is that they have a toilet installed at the back of the house, usually located behind or next to the kitchen.
I visited such a house last week in Indooroopilly...
Gradual water leaks can occur in any home.
The cause of the leak can vary, but they are most common when a pipe, gutter, valve, fitting or appliance has gradually deteriorated.
An indicator of a gradual leak can be determined by...
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Over the last 50 years, plumbing practices have changed extensively in the way water pipes are plumbed into homes and commercial properties.
Fifty years ago Gal pipe was the most common used pipe for...
Plumbers can say some pretty funny phrases. I love that I can have a good laugh in this industry. I guess when you are dealing with smelly situations, it pays to have a good sense of humour. I am...
There are many benefits to having a tile insert point drain in the bathroom. Let's explore why this modern fitting is becoming a popular installation.
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The floor waste in a bathroom can sometimes be an element of oversight with...
First thing this morning after I dropped the girls to school, I headed to my local shopping centre to tackle the groceries. We needed toilet paper and I had hoped Aldi restocked after all the panic buying earlier this...
There are 3 common causes for a leaking toilet and no household is immune to the occasional leak.
The key to fixing a toilet leak is identifying what’s causing the water to escape.
Signs your toilet has a leak
Water is...
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Pinterest is a trove of inspiration on how to organise under the kitchen sink cupboard.
While the images are ‘pretty’, they aren't the most practical and the majority don’t take into consideration...
In July last year, I shared what I was trialing to prevent rats or mice getting into my air conditioning unit. They had caused me headaches and expense in the past, which you can read about here. I was...
A few Friday’s ago, Phoebe and I were standing at our front door, amazed at the winter wonderland in our front yard. It prompted me to share tips on how to prevent water damage from hail as we were...
Over the last few years, there has been a growing desire to install coloured basins made from concrete or stone. White basins have been the norm in many bathrooms for good reasons. Reasons I will explain below.
An editor from...
Whenever I see the Nickelodean Slimefest Awards I am reminded of a really bad job at work where a similar scenario of being slimed played out on me.
Dad and I were contracted to make a floor good which meant...
I don’t know about you, but the Cape Town water crisis got my attention. When I hypothetically placed myself in the shoes of a Cape Town resident, and thought about having no water run through my taps... I got...
If you need to replace the mixer tap in your kitchen, these plumbing tips will ensure you don’t have any headaches with the installation. While most people get stuck for choice on the style of mixer, there are plumbing...
One of the misconceptions that plumbers often get lumbered with is fixture and appliance warranties. A plumber can supply and install a fixture or appliance, but if a fault occurs with the appliance itself, the issue needs to be...
Can you install rain chains instead of downpipes in Australia? The answer to this question will depend on where you live.
What are rain chains?
Rain chains are an alternative to a downpipe. They are a chain which is connected from...
This week the media has decided to cause a stir by reporting on what tradies around Australia earn per hour. First it was this report from MSN news, Which tradies get paid the most in Australia, and then yesterday, the Courier...
About a month ago, I was tagged on Facebook to attend a women in construction breakfast organized by the NAWIC (National Association of Women in Construction) and sponsored by The Brisbane City Council and various other businesses that offer trade...
Blocked drains can occur any time of the year, but some blockages can be seasonal due to lifestyle and temperature changes.
If you have a blocked drain, you need to know what type of drain it is. Is it sewer...
What causes leaking showers? There are a few reasons why your shower may be leaking. Here are the common problems and how they are detected.
A common problem in older houses is leaking showers. If your bathroom is over 15...
