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It’s a lot easier to just turn the tap on and wash things down your kitchen sink as opposed to properly disposing of them, but did you know there are actually a lot of items out there that you shouldn’t wash down the sink. There is a multitude of reasons why you shouldn’t wash certain …

If you’re looking to design a well-organised, efficient laundry then look no further! Our Dandenong plumbers have put together a great guide for you with all the need-to-knows when it comes to putting together a laundry. We’ll be covering positioning, trending aesthetics and of course practicality as we dive into the thick of things. Selecting …

There comes a time in your life where you might not feel like a certain part of your home is what you want it to be anymore. It’s quite common for people to remodel parts of their homes. Whilst it can sound like a stressful experience, it can be fun, and the results can look …

In the last blog, we spoke about the different types of toilets that you can purchase and their pros and cons. Well, this week, our Doncaster plumber experts are going to be taking you through the different types of flushing systems your toilet can have. This is something that people generally don’t know much about …

There are over a dozen different toilet styles and designs that are used around the world today, but they all stem from four basic categories which we’ll be having a look at today: two-piece, one-piece, wall-hung and smart toilets. The two-piece toilet Like the name suggests, the two-piece toilet is assembled from two pieces – …

A leaking faucet or fixture can hike your water bills up to ridiculous levels if you aren’t proactive with water leak detection. To put it into perspective, a leaking tap can waste up to 20,000 litres in a year, while a leaky toilet can easily waste around 16,000 litres per year. This is a cost …

A kitchen sink is a busy place from washing dishes, peeling potatoes, defrosting leftovers and filling up the kettle. You can imagine how the wrong sink can interrupt the flow of your kitchen. So what is the right type of sink for you? Don’t have a clue? No worries, your friendly experts at JPG plumbing …

One of the most common plumbing problems we are called out to manage in Melbourne are slow running drains. Bathroom and kitchen sinks are particularly susceptible to this problem as they are heavily used (and misused). In this blog, we’ll take a look at the most common reasons that drains run slowly, how to work …

  Bathroom remodelling is a great way to add value to your property as well as make the interior of your home feel a little more modern. As a result, bathrooms are one of the most commonly renovated areas of the home. However, bathroom remodelling is not a cheap exercise and demands an even balance …

In our last post, we gave you the lazy bones guide to bathroom spring cleaning. Now that all the dirty work is out of the way, you’re probably ready to freshen up your bathroom aesthetic- but where to start? How do you make a heavy traffic area like the bathroom stylish whilst keeping things practical? …

It’s spring again! That means the sun is coming back to the southern hemisphere and as the light gradually brightens and shines through your bathroom window it will begin to spotlight the detritus from a year’s worth of bathroom living which (spoiler alert) won’t be pretty.  Equally unappealing of course, is the thought of wasting …

Renovations are, no doubt, a big job. And when renovating a part of the home that is as complex as the bathroom, renovations become even more complicated. There are so many areas people can make mistakes – from trying to be a DIY plumber, to forgetting to plan for sufficient lighting. And because the bathroom …

  Are you considering getting a water filter but not so sure its worth the time and money? Well, that all depends on what you want to use it for. Does your tap water have a taste you don’t like? Are you concerned about contaminants in the water? Then a water filter might be able …

When it comes to household plumbing issues, you may think that you’ll save a few dollars by doing it yourself. While there are a lot of simple issues you can easily fix, there are some issues that are dangerous and need specialist attention. In the end, it may end up costing you more than it …

When it comes to saving water, we’ve all been told to time our showers, improve our water leak detection and invest in a rainwater tank or similar catchment system. While these common ways to save water at home are effective, it can’t hurt to get a few more water-saving strategies under your belt. That’s why …