Plumbing in The Gap
A Plumber for The Gap
The Gap is a leafy suburb in Brisbane's north-west, inside the Brisbane City Council area and backing onto bushland along its western edge. Most homes are detached family houses, many on sloping blocks, with plenty of renovations and extensions over the years. Sloping blocks and big trees bring their own plumbing jobs, from gutters full of leaves to stormwater pipes that have to cope with heavy summer storms.
Signs your hot water needs attention
A failing hot water system usually gives you signs first. A tank leaking from the base, water that comes out rusty or only lukewarm, or a relief valve that never stops dripping are all reasons to get it checked. Sometimes a single valve or element is the problem and a repair is all you need. Other times the tank has reached the end of its life and replacing it is the better spend. When you call, tell us roughly how old the system is and any noises or leaks you have noticed, as it helps Joseph bring the right parts.
Switching to a different system
Some homes in The Gap still run solar or older tank systems, and we have recently been asked to quote on replacing a solar system with an electric storage unit here. If you are thinking of moving from solar to electric, from electric to gas, or upgrading the size of your tank, a replacement is the right moment to do it. Joseph checks the existing connections, the space available and whether any pipework or valves need upgrading, then gives you a fixed price that covers the whole job.
Water supply in The Gap
Urban Utilities owns and maintains the water main and meter in The Gap. If you see water bubbling up near the meter or in the street, call them first. Leaks inside the property boundary, along with taps, toilets, drains and hot water, are handled by a licensed plumber. On sloping blocks it pays to know where your meter and main isolation valve are, because they are not always easy to find in a hurry.
Joseph Tornatore is a fully licensed plumber and gas fitter with almost a decade servicing South East QLD. Quotes are free, prices are agreed upfront and our workmanship is guaranteed for life.
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