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Leaking Hot Water Cylinder? Here’s What to Do Before the Plumber Arrives
A leaking hot water cylinder needs attention straight away. Whether you’ve spotted a drip, a puddle near the base of the unit, or water coming from a valve, acting fast can prevent serious damage to your home. Most Auckland homeowners aren’t sure what to do in...
How Long Does a Hot Water Cylinder Last? Auckland Homeowner’s Guide
A hot water cylinder stores and heats the water your household uses every day. Most Auckland homeowners never think about it until it fails. That is a problem. A cylinder that fails without warning means cold showers, water damage, and an expensive emergency...
Electric vs Gas Hot Water Cylinders: Which Is Right for Your Auckland Home?
Electric and gas hot water cylinders work differently, cost different amounts to run, and suit different types of homes. Your hot water system runs every single day, so this choice affects your bills and comfort for years to come. Understanding the differences now...
Signs Your Hot Water Cylinder Needs Replacing (Not Just Repairing)
There's nothing quite like jumping in the shower and getting a blast of cold water when you were expecting warmth. Or turning on the hot tap and waiting… and waiting… and nothing happens. When your hot water cylinder starts playing up, it's tempting to call a...
What to do if your shower is leaking
If you don’t get it sorted quickly a leaking shower can cause all sorts of damage to your home. Identifying exactly where and why your shower is leaking can be tricky – especially if the leak is behind the wall. The worst thing you can do with a leak is...
What to prepare before the plumber arrives – maintenance
Like any system in your home, your pipes, sinks, toilets, water heater, and other plumbing fixtures will suffer wear and tear over time. Having your plumbing inspected regularly with a plumbing maintenance check is a good way to keep things running smoothly and...
Plumbing Maintenance Checklist
Maintenance is key to keeping the plumbing in your home running smoothly and preventing costly or emergency repairs. We’ve put together a handy checklist you can use to keep on top of it! You can check on lots of these yourself, but if you need any maintenance or...
Our top tips for planning your bathroom renos
Renovating your bathroom is a huge project, but it comes with some massive benefits. Not only does a nice bathroom change your daily life, but it can bump up the value of your house too. Your bathroom renovation is something you want to get right the first time....
What to tell your plumber
Lots of our clients aren’t sure what exactly we need to know. Here are a few key things you can tell your plumber to give them a head start on your job and make sure they communicate and work as efficiently as possible. More is more The more information we have...
Will Plumbing Delays Affect You?
A heads up ‑ there are delays in the plumbing industry nationwide at the moment due to the global impact of COVID‑19 and a huge increase in demand. We've started to see a delay on products with short stock and long wait times. This is true across trades as a whole...
Lockdown baking
We've been sharing some of Amelia's favourite recipes over lockdown. We hope you enjoy them as much as we do! Cheesy Rocket Scones Ingredients: 4 cups self-raising flour, plus extra for dusting 1½ tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt a pinch of cayenne pepper...
Where are your water mains?
Let's imagine for a second. You've got a plumbing emergency or a water leak going on at your home. Do you know how to turn off your water mains? This is a super useful thing to know as a property owner, as the water pipes are on you. Sure, you can call a...
Why is My Toilet Leaking?
You know that annoying, not to mention nasty, feeling finding a puddle of toilet water on the floor every time you’re off to the loo. If you've got a toilet leak, don’t ignore it! Water damage is your main cause for concern here and over time it will cause issues....
Why Does My Toilet Keep Blocking?
There is nothing more frustrating than a clogged toilet, especially when it keeps happening over and over again! Diagnosing the cause of your clogged toilet can often seem like an impossible task, how do you know where to look? And how can you prevent it from...
5 Most Common Mistakes Made During a Bathroom Renovation and How You Can Avoid Them
Renovating your bathroom is an exciting job! Maximising the space you have available will not only add value to your home but will create a wonderful extension of your internal layout. Knowing what to spend your money on to achieve the best results can often be...