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Why Does My Shower Have Low Water Pressure?

beautiful woman holds shower in hands with falling water

We all want to save water, but a low-pressure shower is not a pleasant way to achieve that. If you are starting or ending your day with low pressure in the shower in your Bunbury or South West home, it can indicate a plumbing issue. There are many reasons for the low water pressure including:

Leaking or Clogged Pipes
Damaged Hot Water System
Showering During Peak Times

Leaking or Clogged Pipes

An older house with an older plumbing system may have problems with corrosion or rust. This can cause a build-up of sediment in the water pipes or even damage to the pipes that could cause leaks. When water is spilling from the pipes into other areas, it reduces the amount of water that reaches your shower head. Leaks make for an expensive water bill, so you will want to get it fixed as soon as possible.

Damaged Hot Water System

If your hot water system is damaged, it can cause problems with your shower’s water pressure. Check your shower and see if it has the same pressure when you are using only cold water compared to only hot water. Some hot water systems have filters that need to be cleaned, or it could be another problem. The best way to diagnose the exact problem is to call in a plumbing expert to check it for you.

Showering During Peak Times

Showering at the same time as everyone else in your area showers can cause issues. If people in your neighbourhood or apartment building are all using their shower at the same time as you, it can cause problems with your water pressure. The best way to avoid this issue is to change your schedule; the most popular times for showering are early in the morning or late at night.

Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas are Your Local Experts in All Areas of Plumbing in Bunbury and the South West.

Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas are your local choice in plumbing and can assist you is your water pressure is less than ideal or you are having other plumbing issues. Get in touch with the team at Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas for all your plumbing and hot water needs. We also offer a 24/7 service in plumbing emergencies.

Call the team on (08) 9791 1608 (Bunbury) or 9759 1317 (Dunsborough) today for a free quote.

What Causes Wastewater Blockages in Bunbury & the South West?

Blockages in your wastewater systems can disrupt your entire community with unpleasant odours and the eventual removal process required to fix them. There are many things that can cause these blockages, but most of them are caused by improper disposal of waste within the home. We should all be doing our part to prevent wastewater blockages in our systems by learning the correct ways to dispose of all waste products safely.

What Can I Flush Down the Toilet?
What Not To Pour Down the Sink?
Am I Responsible for Wastewater Blockages?

What Can I Flush Down the Toilet?

It is advised that you only flush your own biological waste and toilet paper down the toilet. Anything else is not made to be flushed and should be disposed of in a bin instead. Do not flush sanitary napkins, baby wipes, band aids or gauze down your toilet, as these things are common causes of blockages in your sewerage system.

What Not to Pour Down the Sink

Pouring oils and fats from cooking down your sink is a terrible idea and can cause many issues for your plumbing. Instead of using the kitchen sink to dispose of these items, try putting them in a watertight container and dispose of them in your bin instead. Adding a strainer to your kitchen sink is also a fantastic idea to make sure that the oils and fats are not getting stuck in your wastewater systems.

Am I Responsible for Wastewater Blockages?

An internal blockage in your home’s plumbing is your responsibility, and if taken too far you will need to contact an experienced plumber to safely remove the blockage from your system. If you do not take actions to remove the issue, it can have consequences such as an overflow of wastewater, a non-flushing toilet, or a lingering smell in your home.

Keep Your Plumbing in Good Working Order with Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas.

The team at Mainline Plumbing & Cheap Hot Water & Gas pride themselves on offering a friendly, reliable and professional service to Bunbury and the South West. If you need help replacing your old fixtures or have any plumbing issues, call the team for expert advice on (08) 9791 1608.

Choosing the Right Plumber in Bunbury for a Homeowner

Selecting the right plumber is crucial when you are a homeowner in Bunbury or surrounding areas. It’s not just about fixing a leak or unblocking a drain. It’s about ensuring the long-term health and efficiency of your home’s entire plumbing system. A reliable and trustworthy plumber can make all the difference, which is why Mainline Plumbing & Hot Water are the experts when you are looking for a Plumber in Bunbury as they come highly recommended.

Finding the Right Plumber

Why is it so essential to find the right plumber? Firstly, your home is an investment, and good plumbing maintains or even increases its value. Secondly, you want peace of mind knowing you can rely on your plumbing system.

Quality plumbing is about more than just avoiding leaks; it’s about ensuring:

efficient water usage
maintaining adequate water pressure
prolonging the lifespan of your appliances.

So how do you find a trustworthy plumber? Look for someone with experience, qualifications, and a good reputation. Word-of-mouth recommendations are golden in this business. You should also read online reviews.

What Mainline Plumbing & Hot Water Offers

When it comes to experienced and reliable plumbers, Mainline Plumbing & Hot Water stands out for its comprehensive services. From fixing leaks and drain blockages to installing new hot water systems, Mainline Plumbing & Hot Water has the expertise to tackle all your plumbing and gas fitting needs. With certified professionals and state-of-the-art tools, Mainline Plumbing & Hot Water guarantees high quality service every time.

Practical Considerations

Before you make that call, consider a few practical things like availability and cost. Emergency plumbing issues don’t wait for business hours, so you will want a service that’s available 24/7. Mainline Plumbing & Hot Water offers round-the-clock emergency services to tackle any urgent issues.

As for cost, it’s good to get a quote in advance. While emergency services might be priced differently, knowing the general cost will help you budget better.

Making the Right Plumbing Choice in Bunbury

Your home is your sanctuary, and quality plumbing is one of its essential pillars. By taking the time to find a reliable, experienced plumber like Mainline Plumbing & Hot Water, you are investing in the long-term comfort and value of your home.

To get in touch with Mainline Plumbing & Hot Water, call us today on 08 9791 1608 for a quote or to book a service.

Who Can Install a Water Filtration System in My Bunbury and South West Home?

You may have heard the term ‘hard water’ and wonder what it means? When water that runs from our taps has a distinct smell or taste or may even be discoloured, it can be referred to as ‘hard water’. Installing a water filtration system to improve the quality of the water in your home not only saves you money by removing the need for store bought filtered water, it also can protect your tap fittings by removing the sediment and chemicals that can cause damage.

Wondering if you need a water filtration system for your South West home? Read below to learn 3 signs your home could benefit from a water filtration system including:

You have noticed a change to the taste of your tap water
Your shower head regularly becomes blocked
Your skin and hair feel dry

You have noticed a change to the taste of your tap water

If you have noticed a distinct change to the taste or smell of your tap water, a water filtration can improve the quality of your tap water. There are many reasons why tap water can have a distinct taste or smell including corrosion, mineral deposit from old and worn pipes, chemicals and dirt that have entered your water flow.

Your shower head regularly becomes blocked

Hard water deposits can cause shower heads to become blocked regularly. When a shower head is blocked, this can also affect your water pressure. A blocked shower head makes it harder for water to freely through the shower head resulting in lower water pressure when showering.

Your skin and hair feel dry

Filtered water can also be beneficial for your skin. Your skin or hair may be feeling drier than normal or be easily irritated. While there are many other reasons why this may occur, bathing and washing your hair in hard water can be a cause.

Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas are your local experts in all areas of plumbing and are the specialists in under sink water filtration systems

Installing an under-sink filtration system in your home, you are ensuring the water that comes straight from the tap is cleaner and safer for your family. Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas are your local choice in plumbing and can assist by supplying and installing a filtration system to your existing water pipes to provide clean drinking water for your family and non-damaging fluids for your household appliances.

Call the team on 9791 1608 (Bunbury) or 9759 1317 (Dunsborough) today for a free quote.

5 Simple Ways to Save Water in Your South West Home

A home with fully functioning plumbing is a luxury we often take for granted. While keeping your homes plumbing in good working order ensures your family isn’t inconvenienced by a plumbing problem, it is important to understand how it can also help to save water.

Conserving water is crucial, we don’t have an endless supply. Doing your part to save water around your home helps protect and preserve our environment, save energy, minimise the effect of water shortages and build safe communities.

How can you save water in your South West home? Read on to learn 5 simple ways including:

Have leaking taps repaired
Encourage everyone in your home to reduce shower times
Collect rainwater to water plants
Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth
Turn off your reticulation during winter

Have leaking taps repaired

A few taps in your home with an occasional drip or two may not be considered a plumbing issue. However, each drip wastes water and your money. If not repaired dripping taps can waste litres of water each day. Help do your part to conserve water and make having dripping taps fixed a priority.

Encourage everyone in your home to reduce shower times

There is no denying a long, hot shower is the ideal way to start or end the day. Do your part to save water by reducing shower times to a few minutes. If everyone in your household was to keep their shower times to a few minutes this can save tens of thousands of litres of water each year.

Collect rainwater to water plants

Sheltered outdoor areas such as a patio or alfresco plus inside your home are all popular places to display plants. Do your part to save water by collecting rainwater in buckets and using this to water these plants.

Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth

Leaving water running while brushing your teeth means precious water is being wasted down the drain. Turn off the tap while brushing your teeth and encourage other member of the home to do the same thing. Small changes can make a big difference.

Turn off your reticulation during winter

The Water Corporations winter sprinkler switch-off applies to all scheme and bore water users in Perth, Mandurah, some parts of the South West and Great Southern from 1 June to 31 August every year. Both businesses and households are included.

Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas are the trusted name in the plumbing industry for all your plumbing needs in Bunbury and surrounding areas

If your homes plumbing is wasting water, call the team at Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas to have it inspected and repaired.

Mainline Plumbing are the ‘trusted name in the plumbing industry’ and offer fast, effective and honest workmanship for all your plumbing needs. Call the team on 9791 1608 today.

5 Reasons Water Pipes Leak

Leaking water pipes in your South West home not only waste precious water, but can cause a nasty surprise when the water bill arrives. The cause of water pooling inside or outside the home often leaves homeowners puzzled. While some leaks are easy to identify, others can be concealed making the source of the leak difficult to detect.

If you have leaking water pipes it’s time to call the team from Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas. The Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas team have the experience and equipment to find the cause and source of leaking water pipes.

Read on to learn 5 common reasons water pipes leak including:

Age
Blocked drains
Tree Roots
Home Renovations
Foreign Objects

Age

As water pipes age, damage such as rust can occur. As water pipes continue to rust, small cracks will appear causing pipes to leak. If you live in an older home and your water pipes are leaking, it may be time to have them replaced.

Blocked Drains

While blocked drains are already a plumbing issue, they can cause an added plumbing problem of leaking water pipes. When drains are blocked, pressure in drainpipes increases which can eventually lead to water leaks.

Tree Roots

If your home is surrounded by large trees, their root system can cause a plumbing issue. Large trees deep root system continues to grow and spread over time, eventually making their way into underground water pipes. The result, damaged and leaking water pipes.

Home Renovations

It’s important to remember there are water pipes concealed within the walls of your home. When renovating, if you accidentally hit a water pipe the result will be leaking water. This can be a plumbing emergency and cause a big inconvenience to you and your household.

Foreign Objects

Foreign objects can become embedded in water pipes. Therefore, it’s important to ensure toilet paper is the only item flushed down toilets and that no food scraps, cooking oils, hair or debris is washed down drains in the kitchen and bathroom.

Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water can inspect and repair leaking water pipes throughout the South West

With over 35 years’ experience, Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas are your trusted and reliable professionals, servicing the Bunbury, Busselton, Dunsborough and surrounding areas.

Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas have the correct tools and equipment to detect water leaks, even those that lie deep underground. If you want to resolve your leaking water pipe issue, Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas are ‘the trusted name in the plumbing industry’.

Contact the team today in Bunbury on 9791 1608 or Busselton/Dunsborough on 9759 1317.

Household Tips to Prevent Blocked Drains

With us all protecting ours and the community’s health by staying safe and staying home (except for essentials) it’s important to ensure everyone in your household knows the do’s and don’ts when it comes to preventing blocked drains. Whether your house is home to one or multiple adults and children or just multiple adults, the extra demand on the plumbing can cause unexpected issues to arise.

People are often surprised to learn common culprits when it comes to blocked drains. Help to minimise the risk of the drains in your house blocking by following these tips including:

Use your FOGO bin for food scraps
Clean cooking fats and oils off cookware before rinsing
Clear hair from bathroom drains

Use your FOGO bin for food scraps

A few scraps of food left on a plate and rinsed down the kitchen sink is OK, right? Wrong! Whether you wash your dishes by hand or in a dishwasher, it’s important to ensure all food scraps are removed before dishes are washed or rinsed. Put your green Food Organics, Garden Organics (FOGO) bin to its correct use by scraping any food scraps, allowed in your FOGO bin, into a biodegradable bag and placing the bag in the FOGO bin. Kitchen scraps that can go into your FOGO bin include fruit and vegetable scraps, meat and bones, tea bags and coffee grinds, eggshells, dairy products, seafood, take away food and baked goods.

Clean cooking fats and oils off cookware before rinsing

Spending more time at home may result in spending more time in the kitchen. It’s important to remember when fat cools, it solidifies. When washed down drains it will not only cause drains to block but can be harmful to our waste waster system. Before rinsing or washing cookware such as baking trays or frypans or bakeware such a cake tins, ensure cooking fats and oils are cleaned off thoroughly.

Clear hair from bathroom drains

Did you know we lose on average between fifty to one hundred strands of hair each day? Our bathroom basins and showers are a common place for fallen hair to accumulate. If this hair isn’t cleared from drains, it eventually makes its way down the drain causing a blockage. A daily check and removal of any loose strands of hair sitting in basins or the bottom of the shower will help to prevent the likelihood of this happening.

Call Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas for all your blocked drain and plumbing, gas and hot water needs.

Do you have blocked drains in your home? Mainline Plumbing Cheap Hot Water and Gas are your local experts for all your plumbing, gas and hot water needs.

Known as the ‘trusted name in the plumbing industry’ call their team for friendly, reliable and trusted service today on 9791 1608 in Bunbury or 9759 1317 in Busselton/Dunsborough.

Water Tasting Funny? You Might Need A Filtration System

Below bench filtration system Even in the cooler months, fresh, clean drinking water is a basic necessity that we all enjoy in the South West. But sometimes, due to sediment build up, rusty or dirty pipes or even contaminated water supply, the water that runs from your household taps may have a distinct smell and/or taste that makes it undrinkable and unsuitable for household use. Improving the quality of the water in your home not only saves you money by removing the need for store bought filtered water, it also can protect your tap fittings by removing the sediment and chemicals that can cause damage.

Under sink filtration systems are becoming more popular as our water supply becomes more and more laden with chemicals and dirt. By installing an under-sink filtration system in your home, you are ensuring the water that comes straight from the tap is cleaner and safer for your family. Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas are your local choice in plumbing and can assist by supplying and installing a filtration system to your existing water pipes to provide clean drinking water for your family and non-damaging fluids for your household appliances.

Some benefits of installing a water filtration system include:

Removal of Water Nasties
Appliance Care
Add Value and Save Money

Removal Of Water Nasties

Safer water A filtration system eliminates chemicals and dirt from the water you drink, wash in and cook with. Environmental toxins can be unavoidable in some circumstances, but you can take steps to eliminate them from your household tap water with an undersink filtration system. If the water in your area is particularly ‘hard’, a filtration system can lessen the significant taste by removing the chemicals before it hits your showers, sinks and drinking glasses.

Appliance Care

Water that is heavy with chemicals can cause significant erosion and decay to appliances and leave sediment that builds up and causes significant damage to kettles and irons. Using filtered water from an installed filtration system will remove these hazards and ensure you get longer life from these appliances.

Add Value and Save Money

The installation of an efficient water filtration system can not only add value to your home, but will save you money in the long run. Purchasing filtered water for drinking and household use can be expensive and time consuming, as well as the environmental impact using plastic bottles for storage. Investing in a filtration system will ensure you can use the water you pay for to its full potential and adds an eco-friendly feature to your home.

Where Can I Get A Water Filtration System Fitted In The South West?

Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas are your local experts in all areas of plumbing and are the specialists in under sink water filtration systems. They can supply and install a range of systems professionally and safely, with unmatched after sales service. Call the team on 9791 1608 (Bunbury)
or 9759 1317 (Dunsborough) today for a free quote.

Where Can I Find a Plumber in Bunbury?

Plumbers provide a service to homes, properties and businesses on a regular basis. At the first sign of a plumbing issue, a trusted name in the industry should be your first call. Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas are known as the “trusted name in the plumbing industry” and pride themselves on being the first point of call in the South West.

They have been servicing the greater Bunbury area for more than 40 years and offer fast, effective and honest workmanship. Whatever your plumbing needs, their team of fully trained professionals are only a call away and offer a 24/7 emergency service too.

Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas pride themselves on offering an outstanding customer experience, here are few reasons why:

Customer Focus
Professional Trades and Quality Workmanship
Fast and Efficient Service

Customer Focus

Servicing the needs of clients is of high priority. The Mainline team are available to answer any plumbing questions and offer expert recommendations suited to their customer’s individual needs. They understand the importance of keeping customers informed each step of the job being completed plus offer an after sales service too. Their customer focus provides safe and friendly service that give customers peace of mind and sees them return time and time again plus refer to family and friends.

Professional Trades and Quality Workmanship

Having your plumbing, hot water or gas repaired by a professional is a necessity if wanting to make an insurance claim. Providing local employment opportunities, Mainline employs skilled tradesman and provides ongoing support and training to stay up to date with industry standards. The team of plumbing and gas fitters travel in vehicles that are fully equipped to handle any situation, so whether you require help with plumbing, hot water or gas, they can be relied upon to be fully equipped.

Fast and Efficient Service

Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas understand plumbing issues can affect business and daily life. When a plumbing issue occurs, time can impact the extent of damage. Therefore, the team of tradesmen ensure they provide a fast and efficient service. If your plumbing issue requires immediate attention, a same day service is available or in a plumbing emergency, a 24/7 service is available.

Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas – the trusted name in the plumbing industry

The Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas point of difference is the no call out fee or after hour’s penalty rates in the greater Bunbury area. When next in need of a plumber, call Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas “the trusted name in the plumbing industry” in Bunbury on 9791 1608 or Busselton/Dunsborough on 9759 1317.

Reduce Your Risk of a Plumbing Emergency Over Christmas

One of the worst things that can happen over the holiday months is a plumbing emergency. Everything is going great, the family is happy, you’re all together… and then something happens to your plumbing. Oh no!

Whether a blocked drain, a burst pipe, a strange odour or something else entirely, no one wants to deal with a plumbing emergency at Christmas.

Thankfully, there are many ways to reduce the risk of having a plumbing issue at this time of year.

Put A Bin In Your Bathrooms and Toilets

If you are having guests over this Christmas, a good way to ensure nothing gets flushed other than waste and toilet paper is to supply them with a small bin. This is a cheap easy solution that saves you the risk of any blockages if someone decides they need to get rid of a sanitary item discreetly. There’s nothing more embarrassing than a blocked pipe due to something being flushed that should not have been.

Take Staggered Showers

Having more people in the house for the holidays will increase your water usage. You need to also think about the risk of flooding due to overuse. If everyone showers one after the other, this can put a lot of strain on your water pipes. Having staggered showers such as having 20 minutes between each shower can really help a lot.

Turn Off Water Mains If You Are Travelling

Going away for Christmas? What a great plan!

If you are only going for a short time, you can turn off the valves on your washing machine and dishwasher.

If you are going for a longer period of time, then consider turning your water off at the mains. This will prevent stressing about your home or to risk getting a worried call from your neighbour. Or even worse, a flooded home, turning off your water supply at the mains will make sure you don’t need to come home in a hurry

Need A Plumbing Expert During Christmas? Call Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas.

Have your plumbing pipes and gas lines checked now before the rush by Mainline Plumbing and Cheap Hot Water and Gas to get your home ready for Christmas. For friendly, reliable service by local, licensed tradesmen, call us on 9791 1608.

If you have a plumbing emergency over Christmas, get in touch!

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