Residential, commercial and emergency plumbing across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs
Why do older Melbourne homes keep getting blocked drains?
The short version Older homes across Melbourne’s east block up more often than newer ones, and the reason is underground rather than inside the house. The drains under a house built in the 1950s or 1960s are a different material…
How to tell a blocked drain from a blocked sewer
The short version Most household blockages sit in a single fitting and clear quickly. A smaller number are in the main drain that carries everything away from the house, and those behave differently from the first minute. Telling the two…
Why your drains block every spring
Tree roots can cause repeat blocked drains as the weather warms. Learn the warning signs, why roots return and when a CCTV inspection can help.
Will your gutters cope with this storm season?
Check whether your gutters, downpipes and stormwater drains are ready for heavy rain, plus the warning signs that may point to a blockage or drainage fault.
Get Fire and Storm Ready: The Essential Guide to Roof and Gutter Cleaning
Why regular roof and gutter cleaning matters for fire safety, storm preparation, water damage prevention and rainwater collection.
Plumbing Spring Clean
A practical plumbing spring-clean guide from Triple Eight Plumbing.
3 Steps to Avoid Blockages
Three simple ways to reduce drain blockages, plus what to do when a blockage occurs.