Who is responsible for a blocked drain?

So you have a drain that is pouring out with sewerage in your garden or back yard, and you are wondering who is responsible for this? Well it all depends on where the blockage is. Unfortunately you probably will not have the resources yourself to identify this.

You are going to have to call your local licensed plumber to firstly clear the drain and determine where the blockage has occurred. It’s very simple if the blockage is within your property of upstream towards your house. From the boundary shaft/trap it’s your responsibility. If the blockage found is within Sydney Waters Sewer Main, it is their responsibility and they will refund you the money you paid to the plumber plus unblock the main.

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How do I completely clear a blocked drain?

There are a few ways you can completely clear your drain, whether it be your kitchen/laundry sink, shower floor waste, basin/vanity waste, or bathroom floor waste. Of course, the easiest and most efficient way is to call a licensed plumber. They are equipped with all the specific blocked drain tools to efficiently clear your drains. Sometimes you can have a go yourself and save some money in the process.

You may need to visit your local hardware store to purchase some tools, but there is nothing like the self-satisfaction feeling of solving a problem yourself.

Blocked drains and sinks can sometimes be unclogged using a simple hand plunger that you will find at your local hardware or possibly supermarket. To unclog a drain, simply place the plunger over the waste outlet and continue to push down and lift up until you feel like the drain is clear. This will create a vacuum seal and provide pressure within the clogged pipes, and with the pushing and pulling action hopefully move the blockage and move it along the drain.

You could also purchase Draino from your supermarket and pour that down your sink. This is a special chemical that reacts with water and can potentially burn away the blockage to relieve the drain.

If all of these handy tips fail, you may need to call a qualified plumber as they will be able have your drained unclogged in no time. They will be able to provide you with the cause and remedy to prevent it happening again.

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How do I know if my drains are blocked?

When you have a suspicion that your drains are blocked, they probably are! Your drainage system is designed not to be noticed or smelt. You probably have already worked out that drains are laid and installed with a small amount of fall so that your waste is slowly draining away, out of mind and out of site. If you notice something, that generally means that something is impeding the drainage system and creating a clog. You will start to hear gurgling sounds, bad odours from the pipes, overflowing sewerage outside or possibly from floor drains, toilets filling up and slowly draining away. These are pretty clear indications that your toilets are clogged.

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How do I drain the pipes in my house?

Draining the pipes in your house are done when you need to fix a water hammer problem, shut down seasonal property for the winter and make major plumbing repairs. To drain the pipes, follow these simple steps:

1.      First, shut off the main water valve at the water metre.

2.      Starting at the top floor of your house, open all the sink faucets. Doing so will allow air into the system to help the flow of the water.

3.      Go to the lowest level of your home and open the faucet in the laundry tub or lowest sink. This will let all the water from the above floors drain.

4.      Return to the highest level in the home and open the tub and shower faucets.

5.      Flush all toilets which will empty the tanks.

6.      If you are leaving the property unattended (such as closing for the winter), leave the faucets in an open position.

7.      If done correctly, there should be no water coming out of any faucet, except possibly a small drip.

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What is plumbing rough?

Plumbing can be separated into two generic categories: rough plumbing and finish plumbing. Rough plumbing generally consists of routing pipes through walls, running vent stacks to roofs and connecting drain lines and water supply lines to sewers. Rough jobs usually involve hand tools and power tools. Finish plumbing typically refers to plumbing work that occurs after interior finishing. These types of jobs range from drywall to removing caps on drains and water supply pipes. Finish plumbing utilises tools that twist and tighten drains and pipes.

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How do you find a leak in an underground pipe?

Finding a leak as soon as possible is essential in reducing potential damage to your property. Unless the leak is bubbling at the surface, you need a leak detection expert to come to your property. Once there, specialised electric and acoustic leak detectors will be used to determine the source. A leak detection specialist will first survey all of your valves and metres to determine which valves are affected. Once the source is located, the leak can be fixed quickly depending on the size of the leak. FXD Plumbing are experts in leak detection, and have the highest quality technology.

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What is acoustic leak detection?

One of the types of leak detection, acoustic leak detection uses the sounds and frequencies transmitted by a leaking pipe to determine if there is a leak. Leaking pipe sounds create vibrations that acoustic detectors pick up. Various microphones can be used to determine the exact location of a water leak. Any type of leak detection is essential is preventing damage and costs. Signs of a leak include damp or discoloured carpet, hissing sounds behind walls, poor water pressure, mould, musky smells and visible signs of water. An ongoing leak can cause severe damage to your house and your finances. FXD Plumbing are experts in leak detection, and have the highest quality technology.

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What is a water leak detector?

A water leak detector can be electronic or acoustic. An electronic leak detector is an electronic device that detects the presence of water to prevent leak damage. These devices are usually a small cable that lies on the floor and relies on electric conductivity to determine if there is a water leak. Acoustic leak detectors rely on sensitive sounds to pick up the frequencies of leaking sounds.

 

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Can I get gas to my property?

A licensed plumber can visit your property and determine how gas will be connected to your property. A plumber will also determine if the site has any special conditions and what the next steps would be. To connect gas to your property, there needs to be no unobstructed access between the location of the gas metre and the direct line to the street. You may also be asked to remove shrubs or break concrete in order to connect gas to your property.

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What is the most cost effective hot water heater?

Hot water heaters run on various fuel types. The four main types of fuel are solar boosted, natural gas, heat pump and electric.

1.      Solar Boosted Hot Water

This is one of the most efficient and cost effective hot water systems available. These systems are boosted by either gas or electricity, but get the majority of their energy from the sun.

2.      Natural Gas Hot Water

Natural gas is the next best cost effective option. These types of systems use natural gas as fuel, and are generally best for households of four or more people.

3.      Heat Pump Hot Water

Heat pumps use electricity for power, so they rank lower for cost effectiveness. If gas and solar are not an option, this is the next best system.

4.      Electric Hot Water

Electric systems are not very efficient and run on electricity from non-renewable sources. These cost the most in terms of electricity bills, and also produce the most greenhouse gas emissions.

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How much does it cost to install a hot water system?

Licensed plumbers can easily fix hot water systems. It may be time to call a plumber if your hot water runs out quickly, you have a very high water bill, your water has low pressure, water is a rusty colour or there are leaks. FXD Plumbing services and installs storage heaters, instant hot water heaters, solar hot water heaters, heat pumps and hydronic heating. Plumbers can both install and maintain hot water systems within your house.

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Do plumbers work on water heaters?

Licensed plumbers can easily fix hot water systems. It may be time to call a plumber if your hot water runs out quickly, you have a very high water bill, your water has low pressure, water is a rusty colour or there are leaks. FXD Plumbing services and installs storage heaters, instant hot water heaters, solar hot water heaters, heat pumps and hydronic heating. Plumbers can both install and maintain hot water systems within your house.

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Do Bunnings install toilets?

Bunnings can install your new toilet for $149. Purchase your toilet at Bunnings, and add the installation service in-store at the Special Orders Desk or online. Bunnings includes installation of all fixtures and fittings, removal and disposal of your old toilet and a five-year warranty on product and installation. Installation and removal will be done by a fully licensed plumber.

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Are water filters Universal?

There are four types of water filters on the market. These four are activated carbon, reverse osmosis, ion exchange and distillation. When choosing a water filter, you can pick any filter within the four categories. Generally speaking, water filters are universal within each of the four categories. You need to decide what you want your water filter to do, and then choosing the best filter will be easy.

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How does a water filtration system work?

Water filtration systems work using two different techniques to remove dirt and chemicals: physical filtration and chemical filtration. Physical filtration involves physically straining water to remove larger sized impurities. Chemical filtration involves passing water through an active material or chemical that removes impurities as the water flows. There are four main types of water filters on the market.

1.      Activated Carbon

One of the most common household filters, activated carbon uses charcoal to filter out chemicals and impurities. The water passes through the charcoal and the impurities are trapped in the charcoal. Cartridges have to be replaced very often (usually every 2-3 months).

2.      Reverse Osmosis

RO forces water through a very fine filter membrane at high pressure. The water passes through and the impurities remain behind. These filters use electrically powered pumps to do so.

3.      Ion Exchange

Ion exchange filters use sodium ions to attract impurities. These filters make water taste softer.

4.      Distillation

One of the simplest water filters, distillation boils the water to kill bacteria, and condenses the steam back into clean water. This filter does not remove chemicals.

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What is the best water filtration system for home use?

While there are tons of options when choosing a water filter, it is important to understand what you want your water filter to do for you. This will help you narrow down your options to choose the best filter for your home. Tap water alone has an upwards of 300+ chemicals, which is why a water filter is so important. Some of these chemicals include fluoride, pesticides and heavy metals. Check the water quality report on your local water company’s website to see a list of potential chemicals in your water. Once you know what to filter out, choosing a water filter is easy. One of the cheapest options is a charcoal filter, although these require frequent cartridge changing. Reverse osmosis filtration is one of the most effective and are conveniently stored under the sink. Under counter multi-stage filters are quite pricey, but do the best job at filtering water using a 14 step process.

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