Plumbing FAQs Melbourne:

Christopher Unwin
4 days ago
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Common Plumbing Questions in Melbourne Answered by Around the Clock Plumbing

Welcome to Around the Clock Plumbing – your trusted 24/7 emergency plumbers in Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs. Based in Oakleigh South, we serve Glen Waverley, Mount Waverley, Bentleigh, Oakleigh, Hughesdale, Huntingdale, Brighton, Elwood, Caulfield, Carnegie, Murrumbeena, Mulgrave, Wheelers Hill, Chadstone, Clayton, Springvale, Rowville, Wantirna, Vermont, Blackburn, Box Hill, Burwood, Forest Hill, Nunawading, Ringwood and all surrounding areas including South East Melbourne and greater Melbourne.

We’ve compiled the most frequently asked plumbing questions we receive from Melbourne homeowners and businesses. These are the exact phrases people type into Google every day. Plumbing FAQs Melbourne

Emergency Plumbing FAQs Melbourne: What Should I Do in a Plumbing Emergency?

If you have a burst pipe, severe leak, overflowing toilet, or no hot water, turn off the main water supply immediately (usually at the water meter or the stop tap near the street). For gas leaks, turn off the gas meter if safe and evacuate. Then call Around the Clock Plumbing on 1300 121 310 – we’re available 24 hours, 7 days a week with same-day emergency response across Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs and no call-out fee during business hours.

24/7 Plumber Near Me Eastern Suburbs – Do You Really Come Out at Night?

Yes. We are genuine 24/7 plumbers. Night, weekend, public holiday – same rate, no extra charges. We carry fully stocked vans so most emergencies are fixed on the spot.

Blocked Drain Melbourne: How Do I Clear a Blocked Drain?

Never use chemical drain cleaners – they damage pipes and rarely fix tree-root blockages (the #1 cause in Melbourne). We use high-pressure water jetting and CCTV drain cameras to clear and inspect your pipes the same day. Most blocked drains in Glen Waverley, Mount Waverley, Chadstone and surrounding suburbs are cleared within 1–2 hours.

Hot Water System Melbourne: Why Is My Hot Water Not Working?

The most common causes in Melbourne are:

Failed element or thermostat (electric systems)
Gas control valve or pilot light issues (gas storage or instantaneous)
Sediment build-up in older tanks
Pressure relief valve problems

We repair and replace all brands – Rheem, Rinnai, Bosch, Dux, Vulcan, Aquamax – with same-day service in most cases and a 6-year workmanship warranty.

Leaking Tap Melbourne: Is a Dripping Tap Worth Fixing?

Yes – a dripping tap can waste over 20,000 litres of water per year and add hundreds to your Melbourne Water bill. We fix leaking taps, mixers, spindles and ceramic disc cartridges on the spot, usually for a fixed price.

Gas Leak Melbourne: I Can Smell Gas – What Do I Do?

Turn off the gas meter if safe, open windows, do not use any electrical switches or flames, evacuate, and call Around the Clock Plumbing immediately. We offer 24/7 gas leak detection and repairs with electronic leak detectors and pressure testing.

Pipe Relining Melbourne: What Is No-Dig Pipe Relining and Do I Need It?

Pipe relining repairs cracked or broken sewer/stormwater pipes without digging up your garden or driveway. We insert a resin-lined sleeve that hardens to create a new pipe inside the old one. Perfect for tree-root damaged pipes common in older homes in Blackburn, Box Hill, Burwood and Vermont. Permanent fix with 35+ year guarantee.

Water Leak Detection Melbourne: How Do I Know If I Have a Hidden Leak?

Signs include:

Unexplained high water bill
Damp spots on walls or floors
Mould or mildew smell
Sound of running water when everything is off
Low water pressure

We use acoustic listening devices, thermal imaging and CCTV to find hidden leaks without destructive digging.

Low Water Pressure Melbourne: Why Is My Water Pressure Low?

Common Melbourne causes:

Old galvanised pipes corroded inside
Faulty pressure reducing valve
Partially closed stop tap
Council mains issues
Limescale build-up (common in some suburbs)

We diagnose and fix the same day.

Running Toilet Melbourne: How Do I Stop My Toilet From Running Continuously?

Usually a faulty inlet valve, float valve or flapper/seal. We replace with quality fluidmaster or caroma parts and adjust for perfect operation – fixed in under 30 minutes in most cases.

Plumber Cost Melbourne: How Much Do You Charge?

We offer upfront fixed-price quotes before any work starts – no surprises. Pensioner discounts available. No call-out fee during business hours. Payment by cash, card or EFT. Interest-free payment plans available on larger jobs.

Do You Service My Suburb?

Yes – we cover all Melbourne Eastern and South Eastern suburbs including: Oakleigh South · Glen Waverley · Mount Waverley · Mulgrave · Wheelers Hill · Chadstone · Clayton · Springvale · Rowville · Scoresby · Knox · Wantirna · Vermont · Blackburn · Box Hill · Burwood · Forest Hill · Nunawading · Ringwood · Heatherton · Bentleigh · Carnegie · Malvern East · Ashburton · Ashwood · Hughesdale · Murrumbeena · Noble Park · Dandenong · Keysborough · Berwick · Narre Warren · Cranbourne · Frankston and everywhere in between.