Plumbing guides from the van
How-tos and checklists from the plumbers who fix leaks, drains, and water heaters every day. Short, specific, and tested on real calls.
SeasonalHow to stop pipes freezing, and what to do if one does
Pipes freeze in the same few places every winter. How to protect them, how to thaw one safely, and what to do first when a frozen pipe splits.4 min read
Water heatersHow to flush a tank water heater, and when not to
Sediment at the bottom of a tank makes it rumble, slows hot water, and shortens its life. How to flush it out safely, and when to leave it alone.3 min read
FixturesHow to stop a running toilet
A toilet that keeps running wastes hundreds of litres a day. How to find the cause with a dye test, fix the flapper or float, and know when to call.4 min read
LeaksSigns of a hidden leak, and how to confirm one
A bill that jumps, a musty smell, a warm spot on the floor. The signs of a leak you cannot see, a meter test to confirm it, and what a detection visit does.4 min read
PipesLow water pressure: what causes it and how to find out
Weak flow at one tap is usually scale. Weak flow everywhere points to a valve, a regulator, old pipe, or a leak. How to measure it and narrow it down.4 min read