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Is your hot water system on the way out?

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

The days are getting shorter and cooler, winter is on it's way (some would say it's already arrived). Now is the time to ensure your hot water system is up to the demands the coming cold winter mornings will place on it. Read the full article


When to call a plumber

Monday, March 04, 2013

There are many small plumbing jobs around the home that are able to be taken care of by the keen DIY'er, but never think that you can do it all yourself; there are times when it's best to leave it to a professional plumber. Read the full article


What is a tempering valve and should you have one?

Thursday, February 28, 2013

Are you installing a hot water system ? You must consider a tempering valve for your hot water system for the safety of your family and friends. Read the full article


New Plumbing Notifiable Work Laws - Streamlining the system

Thursday, October 25, 2012

The new plumbing Notifiable Work Laws will streamline the process involved in carrying out a lot of the plumbing work which previously had to receive local government approval and inspection. The new laws benefit the customer by saving money and ensuring work can proceed at a faster rate, without delays.  Read the full article


Getting what you paid for? Ensuring your Plumber is doing the right thing.

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

The practice of sourcing 3 quotes for products and services has shown time and time again that there can be a great variation in the cost of a job. Quite often if it sounds too good to be true it probably is. Read the full article


Find out if you are required to upgrade to a Gas Hot Water system?

Friday, September 30, 2011

Gas is both environmentally friendly and economically friendly as it produces no solid waste and has lower greenhouse gas emissions then the electric alternative. Gas systems have the potential to reduce your electricity bill significantly. Once connected to your gas hot water heater you can almost halve your average energy usage, therefore saving on your electricity bill when compared to the equivalent electric hot water system.  Read the full article


Energy Safety at Home

Wednesday, February 02, 2011

Information for flood affected households about electricity, gas, solar and appliances Read the full article


Flooded Water Heaters

Monday, January 24, 2011

Below is a guideline for information regarding the use of water heaters that have been damaged or submerged in floodwaters. Read the full article


How Does A Hot Water System Work?

Monday, January 24, 2011

One of the many benefits of civilisation is having hot water on tap whenever you want or need it. Thehot-water-modern luxury of a hot shower is easy to forget until you are denied one, then you realise just how wonderful they are. Luckily for us, we no longer have to light a fire under a cauldron and wait for the water to boil before we have hot water. All we have to do is turn the tap and presto. But how does this work? Most houses either have a hot water cylinder or a califont. Generally either of these systems will be powered by gas or electricity.  Read the full article


Which Hot Water System is right for me?

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Which Hot Water System Is Right For Me? Read the full article


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