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Your hot water, drainage, service & workmanship questions answered.
Hot Water
Help! I have no hot water!
There are many reasons why you may not have hot water. It could be the fuse, element, thermostat or pilot light. It can be easy enough to replace a fuse yourself, but for everything else, you’ll need a licenced plumber. Give us a call today and we’ll get your hot water back on.
What’s the best hot water system for me?
This will depend on your hot water needs. Family size, usage, the orientation of your home and budget are all factors to consider. If you’re not sure, give us a call and we can recommend the system that will suit your needs. We aren’t loyal to any particular hot water brand so we can make sure the product and price are right for you.
What are the benefits of solar hot water?
Using the sun’s energy to heat water will lower your hot water bills and reduce carbon emissions. However, the position of the solar panels is important as you need direct sunlight and solar hot water can be more expensive to install than electric or gas. If you’re not sure if solar hot water is right for your home, call Joe to discuss your options.
What’s the difference between gas storage and continuous flow?
Gas storage hot water systems use stored gas to heat water. A pilot flame ignites the main burner when hot water is needed. Tanks of either natural gas or LPG are located outside your home and vary in size from 90 to 300 litres.
Instantaneous gas hot water systems, also known as continuous flow, only heat water when required. Water is heated by a gas burner as it flows through a coiled pipe called a heat exchanger.
If you’re not sure if gas hot water is right for your home, call Joe to discuss your options.
What are the benefits of electric hot water?
Electric hot water systems are very popular, and you can understand why — they’re inexpensive to install, require very little maintenance and are cheap to run.
What is a heat pump?
A heat pump is a hot water system that uses a compressor (like the one in your fridge) to convert ambient air temperature into energy. Heat pumps are very energy efficient and well suited to the Blue Mountains climate, working well in temperatures as low as -5°C.
How much does a new hot water system cost?
The price of a new hot water system will vary depending on what type of hot water system you need and its location on your property. We stock a wide range of brands, including Rheem, Rinnai, Aquamax, Apricus, Bosch, Vulcan, Dux and Quantum, and we repair all other brands. Call us today for a free quote and same day service.
Can you install my new hot water system today?
Yes! In most cases, your new hot water system can be installed on the same day as quoted. We keep most brands and sizes in stock so we can offer a fast, professional, same-day service.
Blocked Drains & Sewers
How do I know if my sewer is blocked?
If your sewer is blocked, water will bubble out of the pipe or drain, it will be slow to drain, or you will hear a gurgling noise from inside the pipes. This is never a good sound! Blocked sewers and drains need to be fixed immediately. You don’t want effluent coming back up the pipe! Give us a call today and we’ll come and fix your blocked sewer.
Can I fix my own blocked sewer?
Sometimes you can. If the sewer is blocked at the basin or shower you may be able to use a plunger to clear a small blockage. Attempting to clear larger blockages yourself is not only difficult, but can turn a small problem into a big one. Give us a call today and we’ll give you a free quote to assess the blockage and clear it today.
How much does it cost to fix my blocked sewer?
This will depend on the size and location of the blockage and what specialised equipment we need to use. Most blockages are found and cleared within an hour.
What are some common problems with septic tanks?
The most common problems with septic tanks are invasive tree roots and foreign items blocking or contaminating the tank such as baby wipes or disposable nappies. These problems can be straightforward to rectify with the right equipment and experience. If you have problem with your septic tank, give us a call today to arrange an inspection.
Instantaneous gas hot water systems, also known as continuous flow, only heat water when required. Water is heated by a gas burner as it flows through a coiled pipe called a heat exchanger.
If you’re not sure if gas hot water is right for your home, call Joe to discuss your options.
What’s causing my drains to gurgle?
Gurgling drains are usually caused by a blockage in the drain or a venting issue. Sometimes it’s easy to unblock a drain yourself by using a plunger. If you’re unsure, or the blockage doesn’t clear, give us a call and we’ll give you a free quote over the phone.
Can you install my new hot water system today?
Yes! In most cases, your new hot water system can be installed on the same day as quoted. We keep most brands and sizes in stock so we can offer a fast, professional, same-day service.
The Blue Mountains
What plumbing problems are unique to the Blue Mountains?
The Blue Mountains have a few common plumbing and sewage issues. Tree roots can invade pipes, sewers and drains causing cracks, blockages and leaks. Damaged pipes and sewers need to be rectified immediately. The damage gets more expensive the longer you leave it.
Also, many suburbs in the Blue Mountains have high water pressure, which is good, but it can cause put extra stress on hot water valves to the point of failure. A valve is usually quick and easy to repair.
If you have any other plumbing questions unique to your property, give us a call.
What suburbs do you service?
We service all areas of the Blue Mountains including Bell, Blackheath, Blaxland, Bullaburra, Faulconbridge, Glenbrook, Hawkesbury Heights, Hazelbrook, Katoomba, Lapstone, Lawson, Leura, Linden, Medlow Bath, Mt Riverview, Mt Irvine, Mt Victoria, Mt Wilson, Springwood, Sun Valley, Valley Heights, Warrimoo, Wentworth Falls, Winmalee, Woodford and Yellow Rock.
Quality Workmanship
What qualifications do you have?
Joe holds a personal and company plumbing license, and our team of plumbers are all fully qualified. We adhere to the Plumbing Code of Australia, which forms part of the National Construction Code, the national standard for all building works.
Also, many suburbs in the Blue Mountains have high water pressure, which is good, but it can cause put extra stress on hot water valves to the point of failure. A valve is usually quick and easy to repair.
If you have any other plumbing questions unique to your property, give us a call.
Do you guarantee your work?
Our workmanship is guaranteed for three years and all materials are covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, which may vary depending on the product or part.
Will you turn up on time?
Yes! We know your time is valuable, so we show up on time. As a local business, we keep products and materials in stock so that we can act fast to repair or replace your hot water system or unblock your drain, pipe or sewer.
More questions?
If you have more questions, call Joe today on 0409 461 353 or contact us here. We’d love to help.
Satisfaction Guaranteed!
See what our customers say about us.
“Joe installed a gas hot water system for us. Everything was great: from advice on his website, to confirming the date, arrival and actual installation was totally professional. Highly recommended.”
“I could not be more happy with the service I’ve received from All Mountains Plumbing. All jobs are done thoroughly and affordably. Joe is punctual and polite and I would happily recommend him to anyone in the local area looking for a plumber.”
“Couldn’t be happier with the service I received from Joe and his team. Fast quote, punctual and friendly, professional service.”
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With nearly 20 years’ experience servicing the Blue Mountains community, All Mountains Plumbing understands that each home is unique. That’s why we’ll only recommend quality products that we know will work for you and your family.
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