plumber guides for Perth metro
How-to guides and advice for choosing plumbers in Perth metro.
Getting ready for Perth's wet season: gutter and downpipe maintenance
A seasonal checklist for clearing and checking gutters and downpipes before Perth's wet season, and the signs it's time to call a plumber.
Updated 2026-09-04
Burst pipe emergency: what to do in the first 10 minutes
The immediate steps to take when a pipe bursts in your Perth home, before the plumber arrives, to limit water damage and stay safe.
Updated 2026-09-02
Plumbing checks before you sell your house in Perth
A practical pre-sale plumbing checklist for Perth homeowners, covering what buyers and inspectors typically look for and what's worth fixing first.
Updated 2026-08-30
A first-home buyer's plumbing checklist for older Perth houses
What first-home buyers should check about plumbing before buying an older Perth house, from pipe materials to hot water age and drainage history.
Updated 2026-08-27
Free and low-cost help with hot water systems in WA: rebates and payment plans
Where to look for rebates and financial assistance toward a new hot water system in WA, and how payment plans through plumbers typically work.
Updated 2026-08-24
Scalding and hot water safety: why tempering valves matter in WA homes
Why hot water systems in WA are fitted with temperature-limiting devices, who's most at risk of scalding, and how to check your home is set up safely.
Updated 2026-08-21
Sewage and blocked drains: the health risks of leaving it too long
Why a slow or blocked drain in a Perth home is more than an inconvenience, the real health risks of sewage exposure, and when to treat it as urgent.
Updated 2026-08-18
Gas leaks in Perth homes: warning signs and what to do first
How to recognise the warning signs of a gas leak in a Perth home and the safe first steps to take before a licensed gas fitter arrives.
Updated 2026-08-15
Plumbing in a deceased estate: what to check before selling the house
A practical checklist for dealing with plumbing in a deceased estate before a Perth property sale, from safety basics to compliance paperwork.
Updated 2026-08-12
Renovating a bathroom for a family member with a disability: what's involved
What an accessible bathroom renovation involves in Perth, from drainage and shower base changes to planning around mobility equipment.
Updated 2026-08-09
Bathroom plumbing checks for aging parents: grab rails, hot water safety and easier taps
Practical plumbing changes that make a bathroom safer for an aging parent, from lever taps and safe hot water temperatures to grab rail placement.
Updated 2026-08-06
Backflow prevention rules in WA: when it's required and who's responsible
When WA properties need backflow prevention devices, who's responsible for testing them, and what happens if one isn't installed or maintained.
Updated 2026-08-03
Landlord and tenant plumbing responsibilities in WA: who pays for what
A general guide to who's responsible for plumbing repairs in a WA rental, from urgent fixes to wear and tear, and how to raise a problem properly.
Updated 2026-07-31
Do you need a gas compliance certificate to sell or rent your home in Perth?
When a gas compliance certificate matters if you're selling or leasing a Perth property, what happens if you don't have one, and how to get the paperwork sorted.
Updated 2026-07-28
Installing a new gas appliance in Perth: what to expect and what to check
What's involved when a licensed gas fitter connects a new cooktop, heater, BBQ or gas point in a Perth home, and what to check before booking.
Updated 2026-07-25
What actually happens when a plumber clears a blocked drain
A walkthrough of how Perth plumbers diagnose and clear a blocked drain, from the first questions they ask to camera inspection and jetting.
Updated 2026-07-22
What to expect when you get your hot water system replaced in Perth
A step-by-step look at how a hot water system replacement actually goes in a Perth home, from the initial assessment to the final compliance check.
Updated 2026-07-19
Gutter replacement cost in Perth: what drives the price
What determines the cost of replacing gutters on a Perth home, from roof length and material to leaf guard mesh, and how to compare quotes properly.
Updated 2026-07-16
Emergency plumber call-out fees in Perth: what you'll actually pay
What after-hours and emergency plumbers in Perth typically charge, why the rate jumps at night and on weekends, and how to avoid paying more than you need to.
Updated 2026-07-13
What plumbers charge in Perth: call-out fees, hourly rates and what changes the price
A plain-English look at how Perth plumbers price jobs: call-out fees, hourly versus flat rates, and the factors that push a quote up or down.
Updated 2026-07-10