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In the rare instance that your plumber has been delayed due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, we promise to give you a MINIMUM 30-minutes notice of ANY change in arrival time and will offer to reschedule, if that’s more convenient for you
If we don’t give you at least 30 minutes notice in advance, we will happily give you a FREE Hour of Service on your plumbing job.
This offer is not to be used with any other offer.
Does not apply to quoted jobs.
Discounts will not be applied to overdue amounts.
Deposits
Deposits are not refundable however partial or total refunds of deposits may be made at the sole discretion of Salmon Plumbing.
Cancellations
Salmon Plumbing reserve the right to charge for lost time as a result of cancellations and or postponement made less than 2 business days from the scheduled appointment time.
Warranties
Salmon Plumbing offers a 6 and half year warranty as per the Queensland Building & Construction Commission (QBCC).
Wild weather is raging again, and South East Queensland is on high alert. You’ve followed all the advice and now you’re sitting cosy, ready to Netflix and chill, but a glance outdoors tells you all is not well with your pool.
Garden drainage is one of those things – if it’s well-designed, you won’t even notice that it’s there.
If, on the other hand, the design of your backyard water drainage system is not fit for purpose, there will be signs. Small problems such as puddles that take too long to dry up might be indicators of much more severe and potentially costly damage taking place.
Did you know that most Australian aged care facilities use between 130 and 300 litres of water per resident per day? With such high water usage, it’s important that aged care plumbing is always up to the task. Quality plumbing can make a big difference in ensuring smooth operations of your facility and avoiding any nasty mishaps or emergency damages.
Commercial plumbing systems are complex and critical to your business operations. Salmon Plumbing’s commercial plumbing services offer peace of mind. We understand the unique demands of commercial properties, providing proactive maintenance, priority emergency response, and cost-effective solutions to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency. You can focus on your business, knowing your plumbing is in expert hands.
There’s nothing that spoils a roofer’s day quicker than rocking up to a job, toolbox in hand, ready to give a tired-looking home the makeover it deserves, only to find a major complication: a rooftop solar hot water tank. Sure, moving a few solar panels before you get started isn’t the end of the world, but roof top solar hot water tank removal is a whole other story…a long, expensive, time-sucking, complicated story!
Summer is almost upon us, and in Brisbane, this usually means heavy rainfall. After the past few years of wet summers and flooding, drainage can become an issue in many Brisbane homes, so it’s important to look for ways to help to mitigate this. Channel drains, box drains, French drains – there’s so many options! So, which one should you choose? Salmon Plumbing can help you make the best decision to help lessen the risk of flooding to your home this summer.
Old galvanised pipe was used to plumb water into homes fifty years ago. Unfortunately, many homes still have these pipes as the source of their water lines to their home. Without a doubt, there can be issues within the plumbing of the home due to not updating these pipes to copper.
Galvanised Pipes are a bit gross
Brisbane is jam-packed with antiquated galvansied pipes. After more than thirty years as plumbers in Brisbane, we have seem some truly disgusting galvanised water pipes. Would you drink water sitting in a rusty bucket overnight? Probably not. But this is what many of us are doing when we drink tap water that has been through old galvanised water pipes in our homes. Older and exposed plastic pipe is also not great for our health. Old pipe work can cause long term issues in other areas of the home too. It’s time to ditch your galvanised water pipes, here’s why.
1. It will improve the taste and odour of the water
Rusty water has a metallic taste and odour. Sure, Brisbane water isn’t exactly reputable for its sweetness but you might be drinking water that’s extra flavoured by rust particles. Regular ingestion of rust particles can lead to health complications including hemochromatosis. This is a condition where iron builds up in your body. The cure? Regular bloodletting. Sounds sooooo good right?
2. It will remove the probability of legionella bacteria
Around 30% of homes with galvanised or old plastic piping in their home have tested positive for legionella. To avoid the growth of legionella bacteria, replace your water pipes.
3. Can prolong the life of your dishwasher and washing machine
The rusty water used through the dishwasher and washing machine (and plumbed in fridge, water filters and other appliances also being supplied by old galvanised iron pipes). Rust and mineral buildup can affect the effectiveness and life expectancy of your appliances.
4. Will avoid build-up of scale and sludge in hot water system
Hot water units can also be affected by rust-contaminated water from galvanised pipes. Hot water units are expensive to replace. If you want to prolong the life of your hot water unit too, consider changing your water pipes.
5. You will have clear water
This is the best benefit of all after replacing your galvanised water pipes. Brown water from your taps if often rusty water, not dirty water. This water can stain clothes, leave a film on crockery and glasses and can cause the water to be brown through the tap faucet. A brown bath anyone?
If you want to protect your belongings and avoid a brown bath, upgrade your water pipes. Clear water is healthy and vital for washing, hygiene and general wellbeing. It will also eliminate the need for a higher than normal reliance on detergents and cleaners to keep your items clean because of the brown water. This can help save money and the environment.
For help replacing the old galvanised water pipes in your home, contact Salmon Plumbing for an inspection.
Have you always dreamed of cooking with gas? There’s indeed nothing better than a gas stove for precision temperatures. Perhaps you’re considering a new gas fitting to reduce your water heating costs, or for the outdoor kitchen renovation you’re planning. It’s true that gas was the gold standard for economical cooking and water heating for a long time. But it’s important to ensure that this is still the right choice for your household.
Let’s talk about the importance of gutter maintenance. Sure, you probably climb a ladder once a year and clear out the worst of the leaf litter, but could your gutters handle a freak hail storm in Brisbane? Is your water tank well maintained to ensure any overflow of water is stored in the tank?
It’s been a decade of heavy downpours. Nothing like droughts and flooding rains to put pressure on your guttering and water tanks. But with the more turbulent Brisbane summer storms, those turbulent 5pm thunderstorms, comes isolated pockets of hail. It’s not just about clearing out the leaves, your gutters need to withstand being pounded with ice – sometimes the size of a pebble, occasionally the size of a golf ball. Are you gutters in the right shape for summer hail storms in Brisbane?
Gutter Maintenance
Rusty galvanised pipes aren’t Brisbane’s only rusty problem. Leaf litter build up in your gutters can lead to rust holes forming. Poorly maintained, damaged or incorrectly installed gutters don’t just mean a bit of leakage during big rain events, there’s a whole lot more going on up there.
Well-maintained gutters can:
Protect fascia boards and
roofing timbers
Prevent damage of overflowing
water to footings and foundations
Prevent water ingress during
rain events
Remove the attraction for
mosquitos carrying RRF and Zika, as pooled water is the perfect breeding ground
Prevent the breakdown of moist
leaves and debris, which can leach acid and rust gutters quickly
An inspection from our pro Brisbane plumbers can check your gutters are correctly installed and we can identify rust and give a quote for the replacement before it becomes an emergency plumbing problem.
Rainwater Collection Maintenance
The condition of your gutters and downpipes will determine the health of your rainwater collection system. When hail melts, it will carry whatever is sitting in your gutters, through to your rainwater tank.
A well-maintained rainwater collection system can:
Prevent health hazards
Prevent mosquito infestations
Extend the life of your water pump
Prolong the life of your toilet
cisterns. Dirty tank water can cause the inner parts of your toilet cistern to
deteriorate. It can also cause the toilet to smell. When a toilet flushes,
water turns into an aerosol which you can inhale and this can be bad for your
health.
Prolong the life of your
washing machine as dirty tank water can stain the inner drum of the machine and
leave an odour.
Prolong the life of your irrigation or pool gear. If you’re using rainwater tanks to supply outdoor water systems, keeping the water clear of rust particles and other debris will reduce damage to your irrigation or pool systems.
To ensure your gutters and rainwater
collection system are in good working order, contact Salmon Plumbing for
an inspection.
Updated 2024 by John Salmon. You’ve found your ultimate holiday destination. The accommodation is booked, your suitcase is packed and it’s almost holiday time! But before you head off on a well-earned break, be sure to complete our homeowner holiday checklist. The last thing you want is to come home from some much-needed R&R to find your home flooded from a busted pipe or tap. Here are our top tips to get your house holiday ready and number three could save you hundreds of thousands in water damage!
Plumbing Problems Always Happen When You’re Away
Several things can potentially go wrong with pipes, especially if preventive measures haven’t been taken.
Probably the biggest plumbing problem for Brisbane these days, especially during the summer holiday period is flooding. It’s been a wet few years for homeowners, and a busy few years for emergency plumbers in Brisbane. Backyard drainage and blocked drains are the most important items to check over before leaving your home unattended during another Brisbane la nina season.
Burst Pipes: If the temperature drops or increases significantly while you are away pipes can burst. This can lead to extensive water damage throughout the home.
Leaking Pipes: Even if pipes don’t burst, they can develop leaks over time due to corrosion, wear and tear, or pressure buildup. These leaks can lead to mould growth if left unchecked.
Blocked Drains: If drains are partially clogged before you leave, they may become fully blocked while you’re away, leading to backups and potential water damage.
Appliance Malfunctions: Appliances like washing machines and dishwashers can develop leaks or malfunction.
Tree Root Intrusion: If you have outdoor pipes, tree roots can grow into them, causing blockages, leaks, or even pipe ruptures.
Gutters and Stormwater Drains: Damaged and blocked roof gutters, downpipes and stormwater pits and drains can lead to water flowing into your home unseen during a storm.
Plumbing Problem Prevention Checklist
Taking the time to perform a thorough inspection of your home to address any potential issues can help prevent plumbing emergencies and water damage during your absence, plus give you peace of mind while you’re away. The great news is there are some simple steps you can take to reduce your risk:
Check your hot water system for leaks. Test the hot water unit’s valves and make sure they are working correctly.
Investigate if your hot water heat pumps have holiday modes on the electric timers. If yes, set the timers to holiday mode.
Inspect the flexible water connections underneath fixtures such as the kitchen and bathroom taps. If they are older than 5 years, we recommend that you change them before you leave home for an extended period. For your safety, these parts should be changed every 5 years.
Test for dripping taps and leaking toilets.
Clean out the roof gutters on your house and make sure the stormwater is running well. Keeping gutters, downpipes and stormwater pits and drains clear will help mitigate the risk of damage caused by a storm while you are away.
If you are aware of some small ‘plumbing issues,’ don’t delay. Get them fixed before you go, to avoid a costly surprise on your return.
Ask a trusted neighbour, friend, or family member to check on your home periodically while you’re away. They can ensure that everything is in order and address any issues that may arise, including plumbing emergencies.
When you get home from your holiday, go around the house and turn on every tap/water source. This is important because:
Water has been sitting in your pipes for an extended period and is likely stale. This water will have begun to absorb minerals from the pipes and bacteria may have started to flourish. Be sure that you do not use the stagnant water to wash or drink.
Running the taps also flushes and fills the pipe traps. While you were away, the water in the pipes can evaporate in the drains and traps, allowing smelly sewer gases into your home.
Holiday with Confidence
The cost of repairing leaking pipes in houses can vary widely depending on several factors, including the severity of the leak, the location of the pipes, accessibility, and the extent of damage. By taking these precautions before going on holidays, you can minimise the risk of coming home to plumbing issues and water damage. It’s always better to be proactive and prevent problems before they occur.
For the best advice on pipes and drainage, you can rely on the Salmon Plumbing team. From blocked drains and burst pipes to roof leaks and emergencies, we can meet your plumbing needs – day or night.
