Month: August 2021

When purchasing a new hot water system for your property, you are making what can be quite a significant investment. The installation of your new hot water system requires an expert hand, and Plan B Plumbing Solutions specialise in new Hot Water System installation. Plan B Plumbing can replace and install Hot Water Systems across all leading brands, including Thermann, Rheem, Aquamax, Rinnai, and Vulcan.

So, why do you need a plumber to install your new Hot Water System?

1. Suppose you roll the dice and attempt to install your Hot Water System yourself. In that case, most manufacturers won’t cover the product warranty terms if not installed by a professional plumber.

2. Hot Water Systems can be attached to your gas main or the electrical wiring within your property. If your system isn’t installed safely and correctly, you can be putting yourself and your family at risk.
3. Hot Water System Installation Specialists deal with these installations regularly and are experts at what they do. This means that if anything goes wrong or there are intricacies to your installation, the Plan B Plumbing installation specialists know what to do to solve it.

4. If you have a gas hot water system, the gas pipes need to be sized correctly to supply the correct amount of gas. This is crucial to ensure the system meets the manufacturer’s specifications. Many manufacturers credit incorrectly sized pipes to inadequate gas supply and faults.

5. When installing a new Hot Water System, the water pressure will need to be checked, and a pressure reduction (PRV) limit valve or cold water expansion valve may need to be fitted. Only a licensed plumber will be able to check for these requirements.
6. When an internal gas Hot Water System is installed, the ventilation into the room will need to be checked to ensure adequate ventilation. If these checks are not completed, you could be putting your family and yourself at risk.

There are many reasons to trust an experienced and qualified plumber to complete your new hot water system installation, but overall, your safety is our number one priority. We recommend that you book a Plan B Plumbing professional to install your new hot water system, so you’re safely on your way to hot water in your home! We’re available to assist you in properties throughout South Oakleigh, Oakleigh, Oakleigh East, Chadstone, East Malvern, Glen Iris, Bentleigh and South Eastern Suburbs!

In an emergency, the ability to locate your water main quickly and efficiently in order to turn it off can help you prevent disastrous damage to your home. If a pipe bursts in the middle of the night, you’ll need to be able to turn off the main quickly. But, where is it?

LOCATE YOUR WATER MAIN TAP:

Your water main can fly under the radar and escape your notice. We always recommend checking the location of your water main whenever you move into a property so that you know where it is in an emergency.

So, where should my water main be?

• MODERN SUBURBAN HOMES
  • Most commonly, the water main is inside the front boundary fence
• OLDER TERRACE/SEMI PROPERTIES
  • In terrace or semi properties, the main may be shared with adjoining properties. Those with galvanised iron pipes (not copper) may not have a meter.
• NEWER PROPERTIES
  • Newer properties may have a remote read meter device
• APARTMENT BLOCKS
  • The water mains are commonly shared between all units, however if you do have an individual water main, it may be in the carpark or services area with your apartment number marked.
• OFFICES & FACTORIES
  • Generally, the water mains may be shared and are usually at the front of the complex. If you have an individual meterm it should be near your business unit’s front door.
• PROPERTIES WITH RECYCLED WATER SYSTEMS
  •  If you have a recycled water system, you should have two purple metres. One is for drinking water, and the other is a separate recycled water meter.

TURN OFF THE WATER MAIN:

Next to your water main will be the tap. Turning this tap off will restrict the flow of water that is threatening to flood your property. 

• Generally, you will need to turn the tap clockwise to turn it off
• Make sure you turn it off firmly
• The tap may be difficult to turn. If you’re struggling with bare hands, try putting on gloves and/or using a spanner, shifting wrench or pliers.

CONTACT PLAN B PLUMBING:

Congratulations, you’ve successfully prevented any more water entering your property and have stopped the impending water doom!

You’re now ready to contact Plan B Plumbing who will identify the cause, fix the problem and have your water running in no time. We service properties throughout South Oakleigh, Oakleigh, Oakleigh East, Chadstone, East Malvern, Glen Iris, Bentleigh and South Eastern Suburbs!