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Why Pipe Insulation is Important

When it comes to maintaining the efficiency and longevity of your plumbing systems, pipe insulation plays a crucial role. If you’re dealing with hot water pipes in a home or industrial plumbing systems, pipe insulation ensures that your water heating systems run efficiently while preventing heat loss and…

What’s the Best Hot Water System Available in Australia?

Choosing the best hot water system for your home isn’t as simple as picking the biggest tank or cheapest brand. The right system depends on your household size, water usage, energy preferences, and long-term running costs. In Australia, the most popular options include gas, electric, solar, and heat…

Iplex Pipe Failure: Free Leak Detection Units Available for WA Homes

If you’re a Western Australian homeowner and your property was built between 2017 and 2022, you might have Iplex Pro-fit Typlex 1050 pipes installed, and that could put your plumbing system at risk. Due to a known issue with these pipes, the WA Government and key industry stakeholders have launched…

What Not to Put Down the Kitchen Sink

Whether you’re rinsing off plates after dinner or cleaning up after a big cook-up, it’s easy to forget that not everything belongs down the kitchen sink. But even small habits like pouring oil or coffee grounds down the drain can have a major impact on your plumbing system and your…

Why Is There a Sewage Smell After Rain?

There’s nothing quite like the smell of fresh rain, unless your house smells like a sewer. If you’ve ever stepped into your home after heavy rain and been hit with a foul smell that resembles rotten eggs or sewage gases, you’re not alone. Many homeowners across Perth and Mandurah report…

What Causes a Dripping Showerhead to Continue Leaking?

Have you noticed your showerhead dripping long after you have turned off the faucet handle? Dripping showerheads are a common problem many Perth homeowners face, and it is more than just an annoying sound. A leaky showerhead can lead to bigger issues like water wastage, rising water bills, and even…

Swan’s Plumbing Featured in Redfin’s Expert Guide

We were featured in a Redfin article! Check it out here: How to Unclog a Sink: 10 Expert-Approved Methods for a Clog-Free Drain | Redfin (Parent company of ApartmentGuide and Rent.) The article rounds up…

Filtering Tank Water for Safe Drinking in Rural Perth

If you live in a rural or semi-rural area around Perth, chances are you’re relying on rainwater tanks, dam water, or other untreated water sources. While these are essential for households without access to treated mains water, they come with one important question: is rainwater safe to drink? The…

Benefits of Heat Pump Hot Water Systems

If you’re looking for an energy-efficient alternative to traditional water heaters, a heat pump hot water system might be the answer. These clever systems use existing thermal energy in the air or ground to heat water, cutting down on your energy bills, your carbon footprint, and your reliance on electric…