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5 Easy Ways to Avoid a Plumbing Nightmare in Your Home

June 12, 2023 12:07 pm Published by Comments Off on 5 Easy Ways to Avoid a Plumbing Nightmare in Your Home

Plumbing problems can be a homeowner’s worst nightmare. From burst pipes to clogged drains, these issues can cause significant damage and disrupt your daily routine. Fortunately, there are several simple steps you can take to prevent plumbing disasters in your home. By following these five easy tips, you can save yourself the stress, time and money associated with plumbing emergencies. 1. Regular Maintenance Prevention is key when it comes to plumbing problems. Schedule regular maintenance checks with a professional plumber to identify and address any potential issues before they escalate. They can inspect your pipes, faucets and drains, ensuring everything... View Article


How to Transform Your Kitchen and Bathroom on a Budget

May 11, 2023 2:27 pm Published by Comments Off on How to Transform Your Kitchen and Bathroom on a Budget

With the ongoing cost of living continuing to increase, it’s always a bonus when you can find ways to improve your living space without breaking the bank. Here at Newman Plumbing, we understand this growing trend among consumers and are here to let you know a great way to transform your kitchen or bathroom without breaking the bank – all whilst increasing efficiency of your plumbing. In our latest blog post, we explore the solution of updating your tap fittings and fixtures. It’s affordable, efficient and can add the right touch to your home in no time. Read on to... View Article


5 Benefits of Regular Hot Water System Maintenance

April 19, 2023 2:15 pm Published by Comments Off on 5 Benefits of Regular Hot Water System Maintenance

As homeowners, it’s easy to overlook the importance of regular hot water system maintenance. After all, it’s often something we take for granted – turning on the tap and having hot water flow out without a second thought. However, neglecting to maintain your hot water system can lead to a range of problems, from inefficient heating to safety hazards. And, with rising costs and the cold Melbourne on our doorstep, it’s an especially important time to ensure your hot water is fully functional! Here are five benefits of regular hot water system maintenance. 1. Increased Efficiency One of the most... View Article


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Case Study: Doncaster Stormwater Drains

March 14, 2023 9:41 am Published by Comments Off on Case Study: Doncaster Stormwater Drains

2022 was the wettest year in Melbourne since 2011, with October and November being particularly wet months. For some homeowners, this increased rainfall put more pressure on their drains, resulting in blockages and structural problems – never an ideal situation, and even less so leading up to the holidays! In this blog, we’re going to focus on how we helped a client in Doncaster who was experiencing a blockage in their stormwater drain. Our team were recommended to the homeowners by one of their work colleagues who we had helped just a couple of months earlier with a similar issue.... View Article


What is a Drain Camera and Why are they used?

February 15, 2023 2:57 pm Published by Comments Off on What is a Drain Camera and Why are they used?

When you’re having issues with your drainage, it can be incredibly difficult to see what the problem is. After all, a lot of your drains are hidden and obscured, making locating the blockage almost impossible. That’s where a plumber and their specialist tools are a must. In this article, we discuss what a drain camera is and why a drain camera is used, with the importance of getting the right plumber. What Is A Drain Camera? A drain camera is an incredibly useful tool for a plumber when examining a blocked drain. These cameras offer HD video streams in real-time,... View Article


Case Study: Clearing Stormwater Drains in Balwyn North

January 17, 2023 3:38 pm Published by Comments Off on Case Study: Clearing Stormwater Drains in Balwyn North

With a more intense wet season than usual, some of the older homes in Melbourne’s beautiful eastern suburbs were hit hard. As a result, there was some serious flooding at the home of one of our customers in the suburb of Balwyn North, which required a lot of work to sort out. How Did Newman Plumbing Help? Our experts at Newman Plumbing quickly got to work, assessing the damage and deciding on the most suitable plan of action. This included clearing all stormwater drains around the home and emptying the spouting and downpipes at the front of the house of... View Article


Happy Holidays from Newman Plumbing

December 13, 2022 3:39 pm Published by Comments Off on Happy Holidays from Newman Plumbing

With the festive season now upon us, the team at Newman Plumbing would like to wish all of our customers, employees, partners and suppliers a Merry Christmas and a Happy Holiday! We’d also like to give everyone a huge thank you for all of their support during 2022. It’s been a very big year and we’ve achieved some great results, doing our best to serve the people of Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs with their plumbing. We’re now looking forward to serving our many customers with our top-quality plumbing services in 2023. Plus, we’re continuing to invest in our business, our equipment,... View Article


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Clearing Storm Water and Sewer Drains

November 9, 2022 2:57 pm Published by Comments Off on Clearing Storm Water and Sewer Drains

Overflowing drains are something nobody wants to deal with, but they can happen all too easily as a result of storms, rainfall and age – an issue that has been particularly common with all the recent heavy downfalls we’ve had here in Melbourne. To sort this out as quickly and efficiently as possible, the best thing to do is turn to Newman Plumbing. Our reliable team can travel anywhere in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, helping you get back to your normal day-to-day life as soon as possible. Read on to find out more about our services. But First, What Is Causing... View Article


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Case Study: Replacement of Old Gas Ducted Heating Units In Templestowe

October 13, 2022 3:32 pm Published by Comments Off on Case Study: Replacement of Old Gas Ducted Heating Units In Templestowe

Gas ducted heating is an asset to any Melbourne home. As qualified plumbers Melbourne eastern suburbs residents know and trust, the Newman Plumbing team knows just how important it is to maintain the performance and quality of your gas ducted heating unit. We recently attended a property in Templestowe to check gas fitting lines for leaks, and to determine whether replacements were needed. New Gas Lines For Improved Performance After we assessed the old gas fitting lines, we arranged repairs and replacements. The detailed assessment from our expert plumbing team and equipment enabled us to identify the various factors contributing... View Article


Case Study: Plumbing Maintenance In Camberwell

September 13, 2022 11:07 am Published by Comments Off on Case Study: Plumbing Maintenance In Camberwell

As experienced plumbers in the Melbourne eastern suburbs, the Newman Plumbing team understands how challenging accessibility problems can be when addressing plumbing problems. This was an issue we recently faced in Camberwell, when a customer had just moved into their new home and found themselves with a few plumbing issues to resolve (despite a building inspection before purchase which told the customer that everything was fine). Who To call? This Camberwell resident needed a reliable, well renowned plumber in the Melbourne eastern suburbs to assess the property properly so that they could settle into their new property, once and for... View Article