Damning TV Special on Adelaide’s Dodgy Plumbers

A TV investigation this week highlighted the practices that some interstate unaccredited plumbers use to excessively charge for routine work, with high call-out fees and huge mark-ups.

Plumbers at these companies have even been instructed to avoid simple repairs and up-sell unnecessary and expensive replacement work.

These unaccredited firms have minimal supervision of their working practices & don’t abide by industry ethical codes or technical standards.

El Niño Drain Check for 2014

Current global weather pattern strongly suggest that a 2014/15 El Niño is due in Australia. This typically means Adelaide will experience low rainfall and higher temperatures.

Unusually for an El Niño year, the Bureau of Meteorology reports that there is currently a rare build up of cold water in the Eastern Indian Ocean. As a consequence, South Australia will receive unexpectedly high levels of rain over winter and early spring. Persistent and heavy rains will increase the risk of your drains blocking and your house flooding.

Sharpe Plumber Mark has been inspecting & repairing plumbing & drains in Adelaide for many years. Mark’s most frequently asked question.

Q: Why do my Drains Block? A: In many cases a lack of awareness regarding the need to care for drains leads to little maintenance. People forget about them and so small problems are allowed to develop into large ones.
Also consider that blockages are partly due to what’s in the drain rather than the drain itself. The hot fat and oil you pour down the sink can quickly solidify, contributing to reduced flow through your drains. I also regularly find nappies during inspections.