Salmon Plumbing Guarantee to ARRIVE ON TIME to your scheduled appointment.
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).
A proper backyard drainage system is crucial for any property – and especially those located in Brisbane’s humid subtropical climate. Without adequate backyard drainage, excess water can accumulate or flow across your property, leading to soil erosion, waterlogging, foundation damage, and potential flooding.
Investing in proper stormwater drainage in your backyard not only protects your property but also ensures a safer and more functional outdoor space for social and family activities, and any creative landscaping projects.
Whether prevention is your focus or you’re already dealing with pooling water, soggy soil, erosion, or dry rot in wooden features there are several backyard drainage solutions to consider. And, Salmon Plumbers are Brisbane’s experts in drainage, so you’ve come to the right place!
French Drains
Also known as a trench drain, rubble drain, agi drain or subsurface drain, a French drain is one of the most popular and effective solutions for redirecting excess water away from your home. Filled with gravel or rock, a perforated pipe is designed to be installed at the bottom of the trench to collect water and redirect it to a more suitable location, such as a storm drain or a designated runoff area. Commonly used to alleviate water accumulation around foundations, or in low-lying areas, they are very versatile and can be customised to suit your specific drainage needs.
Downpipe Extensions
After heavy rain, you might notice a pooling of water around the base of your downpipes. Keeping gutters and downpipes free of debris certainly helps to allow optimal water flow, however, if your existing gutter system isn’t allowing water to be redirected as you expect, consider a downpipe extension. Attached to your existing gutter system, they can extend several metres away from the house, ensuring that water is moved safely into designated areas. Available in various materials, they can match your home’s aesthetics and be quite an inexpensive solution.
Landscaping and Yard Drains
If your lawn has become more of a lake than an oasis of greenery, it might be time to up the ante and consider a more robust backyard drainage solution. A French drain isn’t likely to do the trick if your backyard has improper grading or landscaping. Water will start to gather around your foundation if the ground doesn’t have the appropriate slope. Alternatively, a yard drain that is built directly into the lawn area where flooding is common can move water through underground pipes to a point such as the street, stormwater drainage or a rubble pit (sometimes called a dry well).
Water Pumps
Depending on the severity of your drainage concerns, you may need to call in a plumber. Salmon Plumbing’s technicians are stormwater drainage experts who can assess your backyard drainage situation and suggest solutions. They may recommend a suitable water pump that can remove excess water from the affected area and pump it away to a designated drainage point, such as a storm drain, the street, a drainage ditch, or a rubble pit. Water pumps are particularly useful in situations where natural drainage methods like gravity or surface runoff are insufficient to remove excess water effectively. They come in various types, including submersible pumps, pedestal pumps, and portable pumps, each suited for different drainage needs and conditions.
DIY Drainage Solutions
Sometimes the solution is something you can tackle yourself. Do you have large, decorative rocks in your garden? If not placed properly, they can create barriers causing water to pool in undesirable locations. If you are handy with a shovel, you might want to dig a shallow drainage channel, almost like a mini creek bed. This can redirect water and help with levelling the ground – and they make an attractive garden feature, too. DIY drainage can result in blocked drains, there’s no point in laying the right drains, if you’re just going to block them.
When To Call In Backyard Drainage Experts
Understanding drainage options and implementing suitable measures can ensure a dry, healthy, and stable backyard environment. However, not all backyard drainage solutions will be suitable for your situation. Yard access can exclude some measures and others require costly digging and/or earthmoving. If you’re not sure where to begin, give your local plumber a call.
All the drainage systems in the world aren’t going to save you in the next big weather event if they are blocked. If your existing drains are not doing their job, call in the drain blockage specialists to give them the once over. With no-dig options to locate the source of the blockage and clear it (and reline broken pipes), now is the time to get those drains flowing.
Salmon Plumbing has decades of experience providing Brisbane homeowners with innovative backyard drainage solutions. Enquire today!
Salmon Plumbing is the licensed installer for several quality brands of water pumps in Brisbane. We can help you select the right water pump for your circumstances and, as a licensed installer, will install the water pump in accordance with the manufacturers’ specifications. The type of water pump you need will depend on the purpose of the pump.
Unlock the full potential of your collected rainwater! By incorporating water tank pumps, Brisbane homeowners can establish a home irrigation system. Harness rainwater, minimise water usage, and streamline your gardening practices by turning your water tank into a solution to make your garden grow.
Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or a homeowner simply looking for better ways to use water, these insights will help you maximise the benefits of your water tank.
When it comes to rainwater tanks, Brisbane property owners don’t always give them much thought. However, it’s important to ensure your tank is in good working order. If you think your tank has reached the end of its lifespan, or you want to upgrade to a new rainwater tank to maximise the benefits, choosing the right plumber to handle the installation is a key consideration.
Before you can take action in the face of a plumbing catastrophe, you need to know whether your manufacturer’s warranty classes it as an emergency. It could be the difference between an out-of-pocket payment and having the costs covered by the manufacturer or the insurance company.
If you are experiencing a plumbing emergency, Brisbane plumber John Salmon has been in the industry for many years and if there’s anyone that can give you the right advice, it’s him! Keep reading to find out what is considered an emergency when it comes to your warranty.
We always knew our very own John Salmon was a well-regarded professional in the Brisbane plumbing industry – but it’s nice to see him making a ‘splash’ with this prestigious award! John’s been awarded the 2023 MPAQ President’s Award by the Master Plumbers Association of Queensland.
While we take pride in sharing regular advice and insights to help you care for your residential or commercial plumbing systems, we also love sharing the amazing history of sanitation.
Today, we want to do just that by taking a deep dive into ancient plumbing systems around the world.
We’re going to take a look at the first toilet, a plumbing system involving a pigsty and 21st century solutions in B.C. bathhouses. Let’s get into it.
Hiring someone to help you fit out your home or business with the best plumbing system can be nerve-wracking.
In this day and age, there are a million and one plumbers out there, so how do you know which plumber you can trust? Who is the best one? Who is the most cost-effective? And most importantly…who is qualified?
We’ve prepared the ultimate guide to help you find the right plumber for all your residential and commercial maintenance or emergency needs. Don’t worry, we’re the award winning plumbers Brisbane trust to get the advice just right!
Now, before we get into this one, let’s get one thing straight: if youdon’t know what you’re doing, you should always call a proFISHional (that’s us!).
However, there are some more minor plumbing issues that many home or business owners can actually solve themselves, with the help of some easy-to-use tools they have laying around.
We’ve put together this list of the top five plumbing tools you should have to help you in the case of a minor emergency, check them out below.
The team at Salmon Plumbing are adding a new service to their bank of offerings – Pipe relining!
Pipe relining isn’t exactly new on the plumbing scene, but it has been gaining a lot of popularity recently. Mostly due to its ability to help homeowners improve the overall health and life of their plumbing systems.
So, how exactly does pipe relining work? And what are its advantages over other popular plumbing techniques? Well, we’re going to tell you!
