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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).
We’ve been in the Brisbane plumbing business for over 30 years, and as the emergency plumber North Brisbane homeowners call when things go wrong, we’ve dealt with thousands of emergency callouts. In the last decade or so, we’ve noticed the reasons homeowners call an emergency plumber in North Brisbane have changed.
Since 2011, there’s been an increase in major weather events in North Brisbane such as storms, heavy rainfall, and flooding. These extreme weather events can put additional pressure on a home’s plumbing system. Left unchecked, homeowners can find themselves panic googling ‘emergency plumber North Brisbane’ when hidden issues bring a flood of plumbing problems.
Read on to discover which plumbing issues we’re getting more callouts for and how you can avoid emergency calls to your North Brisbane plumber.
More Blocked Drains
With only 11 years between the two major flood events in Brisbane in 2011 and 2022, it’s no surprise that we’ve seen an increase in blocked drain emergencies. Every time there’s a heavy downpour or a flood, your drains take a hit. After so many rain events, North Brisbane’s drainage is limping.
More Roof Plumbing
Nothing ages a roof faster than regular hard weather – and metal roofs can be especially prone to weather damage. It only takes a small flaw in a metal roof for corrosion to set in. Similarly, a single cracked tile can allow water inundation into your ceiling. After more than a decade of heavy rain events and freak winds from storm cells, emergency plumbers in North Brisbane are noticing more callouts for roof leak repairs.
Need an emergency plumber in North Brisbane? Call (07) 3862 2600 – we’re available 24/7.
More Preventative Plumbing
Like many major Australian cities, the Brisbane property market has seen extraordinary growth since the pandemic. Despite the recent extreme weather events, buyers continue to purchase properties in known flood zones. To combat further flooding issues, many North Brisbane homeowners are turning to preventative measures such as improving or upgrading stormwater drainage and pump systems to minimise flood impact.
More Relinings
Plumbing issues can also arise during unseasonably dry years. Periods of high rainfall allow trees to develop big, healthy root systems. When a relatively dry period follows, those thirsty roots go looking for water to support their growth. A cracked pipe or drain makes for an excellent water supply. Rather than digging up your whole backyard to replace whole pipes and drains, relining damaged pipes and drains is the cheaper way to repair cracks and breaks without major disruption to your property. Learn more about pipe relining here.
Rainwater Tank Removals and Replacements
It’s been 15 years since the government introduced rainwater tank incentives. Most rainwater tanks should last 20-30 years, but unfortunately, some of those tanks weren’t made to last. Consequently, we’re receiving more plumber callouts for split and deteriorating rainwater tank replacement in North Brisbane.
Removing an old, damaged tank and disposing of it yourself can be tricky which is why we offer a crane truck service to pull them out and take them away.
Book Plumbing Maintenance with the Plumber North Brisbane Trusts
To avoid a potentially costly call to an emergency plumber, North Brisbane homeowners should make plumbing maintenance a priority, particularly after a storm, heavy rainfall, or flooding. A licensed Master Plumber can check for:
drainage and septic overflows
silted or blocked drains
damage to gas regulators and pipework
damage to solar panels
roof or skylight damage
water tank contamination
Don’t wait for disaster! Get a plumbing health check with the plumber North Brisbane homeowners rely on. Contact Salmon Plumbing today.
There is nothing worse than the sinking feeling of realising you have a plumbing emergency unfolding on your property and it is a public holiday! Maybe the plumber that you normally use is not available because he wants to enjoy the public holiday and has gone fishing. Meanwhile you may have a rapidly expanding pool of water threatening major property damage. Not to mention the possibility of no running water for several days and having to rely on friends, family, and neighbours for the necessities. It might be time to reconsider which plumber you keep on your fridge for your plumbing problems.
Don’t panic! John Salmon and the team at Salmon Plumbing have Brisbane residents covered EVERY day – 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Including public holiday plumbing emergencies.
While it is easy for us to say don’t panic, a wall of water can send anyone into a spin. So here is HOW to stop the water in a plumbing emergency.
Steps to Take in Your Brisbane Plumbing Emergency
Turn the water off at the source if possible (check under the sink or near your toilet).
Turn the water supply off at the mains. You should do this even if you have turned the water off at the source.
If you live in a house, you will usually find a water mains tap or valve at the very front edge of your property under a council plate.
If you live in an apartment, you may find this under the kitchen sink or laundry area. Sometimes your water mains are located in a box outside of the building with a mains valve for each individual apartment or unit.
If your water leak is located near any electrical appliances, turn your power supply off at your electrical mains power board.
Call your local Brisbane Emergency Plumber, Salmon Plumbing on 07 3862 2600 – even on a public holiday.
When you call Salmon Plumbing, our experienced customer service staff will get details of your emergency, establish the urgency of the situation, and send a plumber out to you straight away.
Our plumber will arrive fast with a fully equipped truck to take care of your plumbing emergency.
We will make repairs to stop the plumbing emergency and will offer professional advice on whether additional work is required to deal with any underlying cause of the emergency.
Cleaning up is just as important as solving the problem. We take care so that all we leave behind is a job well done.
Avoiding a Plumbing Disaster While Your Home is Empty
Going away this long weekend? Here are a few things you can do to avoid a plumbing disaster while you are away:
Turn internal plumbing appliances off at the tap – dishwashers, washing machines and plumbed in fridges are a few of the main culprits of holiday plumbing disasters.
Inspect any flexi-hoses for bumps, bulges, protruding wires and kinks and have a plumber replace those that are worn or older than 5 years. Flexi-hoses can burst unexpectedly and cause significant property damage.
Have a friend or neighbour keep an eye out on your property – water running unchecked down the drive or bulging patches of lawn are a sign of something gone amiss.
Consider switching off the power to your hot water unit and turning all the water off at the mains.
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.
