Water Stain Below an Upstairs Shower? Plumbing Leak or Waterproofing Problem?
You notice a brown mark developing on the ceiling downstairs. Directly above it is the upstairs bathroom. The first thought is usually pretty simple: We’ve got a leaking pipe. Maybe. But if the water only appears when somebody uses the shower, there are several possible causes, and replacing plumbing blindly may not solve the problem. […]
A Hot, Dry Spring Doesn’t Mean No Storms: Is Your Home’s Drainage Ready?
Spring has arrived in South East Queensland with a bit of a bang. Brisbane pushed into the mid-30s during the first week of September, while the Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting warmer-than-average conditions across much of Australia this spring. A strong El Niño is also now established, with parts of eastern Queensland more likely to […]
What Does a Pre-Purchase Plumbing Inspection Cover?
Most buyers know to arrange a building and pest inspection before purchasing a home. But some of the property’s most expensive problems may be inside pipes, below ground or connected to essential services that deserve a closer look. We recently completed a comprehensive pre-purchase plumbing inspection for clients considering a property. The inspection included CCTV […]
Do You Need a Plumber to Install a Dishwasher?
Buying a new dishwasher can feel like a straightforward appliance upgrade. Remove the old dishwasher, connect the new one and slide it back under the kitchen bench. Sometimes it really is that simple. However, an existing dishwasher space does not automatically mean the plumbing is in good condition or suitable for the new appliance. Old […]
Why Does My Drain Smell Even When It Is Not Blocked?
A drain does not need to be completely blocked before it starts producing an unpleasant smell. You might notice it near the kitchen sink, bathroom basin, shower, laundry or a floor waste. The water may still drain normally, but something underneath the surface is allowing odours to develop or enter the home. Sometimes the cause […]
Blocked Stormwater Drains: Why Your Yard Floods After Heavy Rain
Blocked Stormwater Drains: Why Your Yard Floods After Heavy Rain A yard that floods every time heavy rain hits is not just annoying. It can be a sign that your stormwater system is blocked, undersized, damaged or not draining the way it should. For homes around North Lakes, Mango Hill, Griffin, Kallangur, Murrumba Downs, Narangba […]
Why Your Drains Keep Blocking: The Signs It’s More Than a One-Off Clog
A blocked drain every now and then can happen in any home. Hair builds up in the shower. Food scraps get caught in the kitchen sink. Soap scum collects in the bathroom basin. A toilet gets blocked after too much paper. Sometimes the cause is simple. But if the same drain keeps blocking, or several […]
Why Your Blocked Drain Keeps Coming Back
How a Drain Camera Inspection Helps Find the Real Cause A blocked drain is frustrating enough the first time. But when the same drain keeps blocking again and again, there is usually a deeper issue hiding inside the pipework. Many homeowners across North Lakes and Moreton Bay deal with drains that seem to clear temporarily, […]