Plumbing Blog
Welcome to the Killara Plumbing blog – it’s a pleasure to have you stop by! If you’re after the best plumbing advice in Australia from qualified plumbing industry professionals – this is it!
Plumbing advice & news
Expect plenty of easy-to-understand information about basic plumbing guides and maintenance, plumbing repair tips, and ideas to help avoid smaller plumbing home services in the first place.
Consider this your go-to resource for quality plumber advice from trusted local plumbers! Think blocked drain cleaning, frozen pipes – we might even throw in the kitchen sink!
We’d love to hear from you, too! So we’re all ears if you’ve got a question or want to read about something here.
Why did we start this plumbing blog?
Our valued customers inspired this blog. As you can imagine, clients often have a lot of plumbing questions. We’re keen to help customers understand our work and the basics of what we do. It sounds counterintuitive, but with the right plumbing tips, we figure many households could avoid calling us in the first place!
…Not that we don’t want to hear from you – we just want to help you save money where possible. We’re always available for any jobs, including plumbing emergencies (which you should never attempt to DIY – always call the plumbing professionals!).
We hope you enjoy our latest posts. Thanks again for visiting and don’t forget, we’re always here to help, so feel free to contact us!
Drain Relining vs Replacement in Sydney
Your sewer and stormwater pipes play a fundamental role in your home. Without them in tip-top working order, life would look entirely different, trust us! But what happens when damage or wear and tear occurs and compromises their function? Back in the day, the answer was black and white: outright pipe replacement. However, these days, […]
When To Call a Plumber For a Blocked Toilet
It’s a dirty topic, but someone has to talk about it! Ha—we make light of the situation here, but the reality is that a clogged toilet is no fun at all. It can be smelly, messy, inconvenient, and even a health risk. But when can you DIY blocked toilet repair, and when should you call […]
When Do You Need a Northern Beaches Roofing Plumber?
If you’re worried about your roof, don’t stick your head in the sand. This is an integral part of any building infrastructure and when it’s compromised, other parts of the building could also be affected. Waiting for a potential problem to blow over will likely result in a much bigger, far more expensive roof plumbing […]
How To Clean A Blocked Drain
At some point or another, most homes experience some kind of blockage in the drains or pipes. Whilst these can appear harmless and quick fixes, often, they are tell-tale signs that something more sinister might be around the corner. Certainly, if the problem persists then you should call a professional plumber at Killara Plumbing and […]
How To Avoid Emergency Plumbing In The Northern Beaches
As the warm weather (at last!) begins to return, we Sydneysiders look forward to spending less time indoors and more time out in our classic great weather. But as busy North Shore plumbers, Killara Plumbing knows the great weather can wreak havoc on the home. It might sound counter-intuitive, but we want to share some […]
Trenchless Pipe Relining Will Fix These Plumbing Problems
Pipe relining is one of the most efficient and cost-effective ways of undertaking a Sydney pipe repair job. A traditional pipe replacement would mean an invasive garden or driveway excavation to remove the faulty original pipe. In contrast, a pipe reline uses high-tech plumbing equipment to fix the problem with minimal disruption to your property, […]
What is Considered a Plumbing Emergency?
Knowing the difference between a plumbing emergency service and something that can be fixed with a standard call-out can save you money and stress. Some plumbing problems can be inconvenient, but they’re not bona fide emergencies and in such cases, we recommend waiting to book the repair during regular business hours. But what is emergency […]
Water-Saving Plumbing Tips
As a Sydneysider, you don’t need to be told that water is in short supply, nor that it comes at a price. With summers getting hotter, longer and dryer each year, households feel the hit in their hip pocket as water prices increase. As your local plumber, we know there are some great ways to […]
Can Too Much Rain Cause Plumbing Problems? Our Expert Plumbing Advice
It’s not sport to shoot the messenger, but in recent times, the Australian Bureau of Meteorology feels a little like the Summer Fun Police. Typically for this time of year, the days would now be getting longer and warmer, and we’d be turning thoughts to more outdoor barbies, cricket on the beach and just enjoying […]
How To Choose The Right Plumber
We’ve all heard those nightmare tradey stories. Indeed, every industry has its unscrupulous individuals, but that doesn’t mean we should all be tarred with the same brush! With over 40 years in the local plumbing business, the team at Killara Plumbing prides itself on running a tight, transparent and trustworthy ship. So we’d like to […]
