Adelaide Plumber Busts 6 Plumbing Myths. Who doesn’t love a good Myth Busters episode? I often have people ask me weird and wonderful questions around plumbing myths they’ve heard. I thought it might be fun to bust some of them. Myth one: Ice sharpens your garbage disposal blades For starters. Garbage disposals don’t have blades. They have teeth like impellers that grind solids and liquids as they spin. What you can put down the garbage disposal is lemon wedges and bi-card this will help clean the drain and improve its scent. Myth two: Putting a brick in the toilet tank…

Price is an important factor when it comes to choosing a product or service. But there are some things that are definitely worth paying more for. Like plumbing. The health and safety risks of having poor plumbing in your home are serious and in order to protect yourself and your family, we encourage you to be aware of bad plumbers. If you see poor plumbing jobs, please report it to the Plumbing Licensing Board. Modern Era is a fully licenced plumbing service with years’ of experience in locating and fixing a range of plumbing problems. We provide support before, during…

From blocked drains to leaky faucets, we’ve all needed an emergency plumber at some point. Here are some common plumbing FAQs and answers from Modern Era Plumbing Adelaide. How long will it take you to get here? Give us a call on 0400 386 991e should be able to get to you in an hour or less. Our plumbers are fast and responsive. We offer a 24/7 plumbing service for residential and commercial businesses. Need our help? Give us a call! My toilet overflows when I flush it. What’s happening? Your toilet is most likely blocked. You can try to…

What Temperature Should I Set My Water? Under Australian law, your water heater should be set at 7 degrees Celsius. This is the perfect temperature to kill bacteria and maintain your water heater. Most people keep their water temperature around the 48 degrees Celsius mark while others prefer it a bit warmer at 60 degrees. These varying temperatures have their pros and cons. Setting it to 48 degrees Celsius A cooler temperature uses less energy so could be seen as a more environmentally friendly option. It helps save money as less energy is used. Prevents burns or scalding. You can…

Here are three ways to protect your plumbing from tree roots. Tree roots love pipes. Why? Pipes contain heaps of water and nutrients that trees love. The roots grow towards moisture around the pipe and soak up all those nutrients. But sometimes the roots find a way to get into the pipes through a crack or small hole causing a lot of damage to your pipes. So how do we prevent this from happening? Hire a professional with an auger An auger is a drilling device that contains a rotating screw which helps move material out of a hole. Using…

If you’re reading this, grab a pen, grab a piece of paper and write down this number – 0400 386 991. This is Modern Era Plumbing’s number. Local Adelaide Plumbers who can help you out if there’s a plumbing emergency. If your toilet overflows, your drain smells, your pipe bursts we’ll be there to fix it! Here are 4 common plumbing emergencies we help out with. Modern Era Plumbing Emergencies – click here.  We’ll dispatch a fully qualified plumber to your property within an hour of your call. No matter what the problem is, even if it’s 2 am on…

As an Adelaide plumber, I’m often asked what can help save water in the home. The average Australian family uses around 900 litres of water per household, per day. Some use as little as 100 litres. With parts of Australia experiencing drought and just to raise awareness of water conversation we thought we’d share 5 water saving devices that will help you save water. Low flow high-efficiency faucet aerators A simple change you can make to all your faucets today. These aerators reduce the flow of water without reducing the pressure. This saved both energy and water. Installing faucet aerators…

Adelaide Plumbing: How Heavy Rain Affects Plumbing. Adelaide is experiencing some much-needed rain at the moment. While the rain is good news for our plants and our farmers it can also bring issues to your home plumbing. Here’s some helpful information on how heavy rain affects plumbing. Softer ground Rain naturally softens the earth. This can cause pipes in the ground to shift and/or add extra pressure to the pipes depending on the volume of water. Pipes may crack under pressure causing the soil to get enter in affecting your water supply. Generally street gutters or garden drainage systems.  …

Issues with your commercial building can cause a lot of damage to your business. Imagine running a restaurant with toilets that won’t flush. Or a leak that drips on a big spender’s head during dinner. Plumbing issues don’t only cause damage, they cost you business. Here are some common commercial real estate plumbing problems to take note of. Real Estate Plumbing Problem One Leaking Faucets Noticed a ridiculously high water bill lately? You faucets might be leaking. It’s usually pretty obvious if your faucet is leaking. Check them regularly and take note if any of them continue to drip after…

Commercial Buildings Leaks and Why You Shouldn’t Try to Fix Them Yourself. Attempting to fix commercial building leaks can cause more damage than good. It may also cost more in the long run. If you suspect a leak in your commercial building get in touch with a professional to fix it. Modern Era Plumbing specialises in residential and commercial plumbing and offers affordable rates. Why you should hire a professional to fix the leak Commercial buildings (restaurants, multi-storey buildings, etc.) have complex piping systems and various water pressures across the building. Attempting to locate the leak and address it yourself…

Heater Repair Services Adelaide – 5 Signs Your Heater May be Broken Don’t get stuck without a working heater this winter! Here are five signs that your heater may be broken. With the winter season upon us, you might need a contact for heater repair services in Adelaide. Read this blog to find out if your heater is broken, or give us a call on 0400 386 991. High energy bill It’s quite normal for energy bills to soar in winter, but if your bill is suspiciously high, your heater could be broken (or faulty.) It also just may just…

Renovation plumbing is something many DIY homeowners forget to plan properly. If you’re renovating your bathroom and/or kitchen, we can help set you up with all the plumbing you need for a happy home.  From design to implementation our experienced team provides the expertise needed to ensure that the plumbing system of your newly renovated home is completed within critical time schedules and budgets. Renovating your bathroom? Do you have a plumbing plan in place to support your renovations? Many homeowners jump into the excitement of renovating without having a proper plan in place. The result: problems with plumbing, leaks,…

Here are 5 ways to remove hair from your drain from an Unley plumber from Modern Era Plumbing. The average woman loses between 50 and 100 strands per day. Some fall out naturally, some are pulled out during brushing or styling. Most of it is lost during shower or bath time. Whatever the cause, hair falling out is normal and can’t be controlled. Although we can’t control our hair loss we can control what we do with the hair that’s fallen out. Give us a Call! We service Adelaide CBD, Eastern Suburbs, Western Suburbs, Northern Suburbs and the South.​ Bi-Carb…

Bad bathing and showering habits from an Adelaide plumber. Do you like taking long, hot showers? How about brushing out your beard or hair into the shower drain? Are you someone who leaves their sponge or luffa in the shower? If you answered yes to any of these, you may have some bad bathing or showering habits that are costing you. Hair in the drain If you’ve got a beard, you probably comb it in the shower. Got long hair? You probably comb conditioner through to soften it, right? Well good on ya! You’re taking care of you. But remember…

Modern Era Plumbing has been involved for Adelaide Plumbing for over two years and are passionate about supporting homes and businesses with their plumbing. Last month, on the 11th of March, plumbers and manufacturers of plumbing products celebrated World Plumbing Day. A day to celebrate the profession and raise awareness of the benefits of plumbing and why it matters to health, safety and sustainability. Access to a precious resource Plumbing gives us access to a precious resource – water. Without plumbing, we would be unable to access fresh and clean water. It’s easy to take water supply for granted. Next…

Water Irrigation Services – What is it and Why is it Beneficial? Simply put, water irrigation is the artificial application and distribution of water to agricultural crops for the purpose of its production. It helps to maintain landscapes and assists in rejuvenating disturbed soils in dryer periods of lesser rainfall. The key to efficient and maximizing irrigation is knowing what type works best for you and your production and operation. It’s important to have knowledge of system design, equipment, growth stage, plant species, soil composition, root structure and land formation. Having knowledge of the above will allow for management to…

Having a properly running plumbing system is one thing, we, of course, have you covered with all maintenance and services, carried out by highly trained, skilled professionals. We also offer speciality plumbing services which includes: Grease Arresters In Ground & Above Ground It is so important to keep your grease arresters in working order, in check and regularly cleaned. This is so that waste does not contaminate water sources, the earth and of course the vicinity in which it is. Leak Detection Leaks can result in costly repairs and high water bills. Early leak detection will assist in the prevention…

Home Water Filtration Filtration is a physical process that occurs when liquids, gases, dissolved or suspended matter adhere to the surface of, or in the pores of, an absorbent medium. It is important to take into consideration all the contaminants found in water, especially nowadays, with overpopulation and the high demand for water to be clean and all the chemicals added to reach the demand. Water filtration is becoming more of a necessity in our homes. There are a few steps to take when choosing which filtration system is right for you and your household. Know your water source. To…

Trade Waste Arrestors Adelaide Trade waste Arrestors act as a barrier between various contaminants and public waste and water pipelines. What types are there? To get a better understanding of these arrestors, it’s important to know what types there are. There are the : Grease trap arrestors Silt arrestors Cooling Arrestors Lint Arrestors Acid neutralisers Who needs them and why they’re needed The grease trap arrestor is important for commercial service and manufacturing environments such as food manufacturing facilities, the automotive industry, kitchens, restaurants and retail food service to trap grease, oil and contaminants. They assist in avoiding damage to…

Why does my bathroom smell like sewage? Adelaide Plumber  It’s all in the pipes. Plumbing is generally all connected and to answer this question, it helps to understand how your bathroom pipes are connected and how it all works. The U-shaped pipe under your sink runs to a larger waste water pipe in the wall, called the P trap. One end of the P trap runs down to your sewer or septic tank and the other end runs all the way up to the roof to let fresh air in and bad smells out. There is the same basic set…

How to Unclog a Toilet – Plumber in Adelaide Having a toilet clog on you is never ideal.Here are a few steps that will assist in getting you out of a potentially awkward situation. 1. Avoid the dreaded overflow If the toilet doesn’t flush on the first go, don’t try to flush it again. Rather open the lid of the toilet tank and close the flapper that allows water to flow from the tank into the toilet bowl. 2. Prepare the space To avoid splash and mess on the kitchen floor and around the toilet, place old towels or better yet,…

Adelaide Plumber 10 Common Plumbing Emergencies Of all the emergencies one can have, plumbing emergencies are at the top of the list with the ones that take the toilet cake. They can leave you stuck looking like a soapy snow cone, stomping in pools of water or in a stinky rut. Here are our top 10 and ways in which to avoid plumbing emergencies or do some damage control. Clogging 1,2 and 3 Clogging, especially in pipes is so prevalent. It is bound to happen, so be prepared and know how to deal with it. The sink   Washing dishes…

Commercial Plumbing Adelaide What to know about commercial plumbing. Commercial vs residential plumbing. Why they’re different and why it’s important to know the differences. There are certain codes to honour, memorise and apply when doing commercial plumbing. All commercial plumbing needs to meet government plumbing requirements. There are specialities that require commercial experience that generally won’t be see in residential plumbing. A lot of commercial jobs are repetitive considering a commercial job requires a standard code. Where residential work is generally week days 9-5, commercial jobs can carried out at any given day or hour, especially when the space is not…

Looking for plumbers in Adelaide? Call 0400 386 991 Modern Era Plumbing if you’re looking for a trustworthy, experienced and licensed plumber in Adelaide. Knowing the differences between the two types of water can be incredibly beneficial when it comes to what is consumed- what is best for you, for you skin and hair and what is best for your household and all that is within it. Drinking water Water, as it falls from the sky is soft water. As it passes through the ground, it hardens by picking up various minerals, including lime, chalk and mostly calcium and magnesium. With the water now possessing these minerals,…

Bath vs shower: The age old question This subject has been one of many eighth graders high school science experiments. Nonetheless, it is important that we address it. Not just in terms of its environmental impact but also the impact a bath or shower will have on your overall well-being and the effects it has on your skin. Convenience If you’re strapped for time, a shower is absolutely the way to go. You won’t have to mill around waiting for the tub to fill up and most obviously, showers aren’t necessarily best to lounge around in- of course, some will…