Image credit: Reece Plumbing Hot water storage tanks rarely stop working without warning. In many cases, there are a few early signs that something isn’t quite right. Catching these issues early can help avoid a complete failure (and the dreaded cold shower). 1. Inconsistent water temperature If your hot water suddenly turns cold during a shower or fluctuates between hot and lukewarm, it could indicate a failing heating element or thermostat. 2. Rusty or discoloured water Bro

Avoid grease going to your sewer Don’t pour grease straight down your sink. Once grease meets cold water it solidifies and clogs up the sewer. To help stop your sewer from blocking up, it’s best to install a grease trap before kitchen waste enters the sewer.  Hot water flush It is good to run some hot water through the sink regularly to melt away grease that’s solidified in your s&p traps which is located directly under the sink.  Run cold with boiling In saying that, avoid p

It's no secret we get some big down pours in the mid north coast, and it's no secret that it tends to cause problems when you're not properly set up for it. A few things I'd recommend doing now to avoid problems later - 1. CHECK TREES If you have trees above the house, check your gutters every 6 months. It’s worth setting a reminder in your calendar. 2. FLUSH If you have a first flush charged system, it is good to flush the system if it hasn’t rained for 2 months. This elimin