General Plumbing

James from Plumbdog heads out to Ballajura to tackle a shower breach replacement after the taps refused to shut off. During servicing, he discovered a cracked and worn tap seat, making repairs impossible — so it’s time for a full breach replacement!

In This Video

•Removing wall tiles to access the breach
•Cutting out and replacing the damaged pipework
•Explaining why worn tap seats cause constant leaking taps
•Installing and insulating a new breach
•Fitting a new handheld shower to finish the job

“Sometimes it’s the small things you can’t see — a worn seat can keep taps running endlessly. Fix it right, and it works like new.”

The Result

•Shower taps fully operational
•Damaged pipework replaced and insulated
•New handheld shower fitted
•Homeowner relieved with a tidy, functional bathroom

Another neat and tidy job by the Plumbdog team — leak fixed, new fittings installed, shower ready to go!

Location: Ballajura, WA
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James from Plumbdog is in Maylands, tackling a stubborn toilet sweep blockage in a granny flat. After a previous attempt to clear the drain, the problem persisted — and this time, the team brings CCTV inspection and high-pressure jetting to get to the bottom of it.

🛠️ In This Video

•Removing the toilet suite to access the drain
•Using CCTV inspection to locate the blockage
•Identifying tree roots infiltrating the drain
•High-pressure jetting to clear the line
•Replacing the faulty toilet sweep and mini stop
•Cleaning up and leaving the site spotless

“Sometimes it’s not obvious until you get the camera in — roots, old pipes, and dodgy bends can all conspire to block a toilet!”

The Result

•Toilet suite fully functional again
•Tree root blockage cleared
•Drain line inspected and restored
•Granny flat left clean and safe

This episode is perfect for homeowners and plumbing enthusiasts wanting to see the full process — from diagnosis to a professional repair.

Josh from Plumbdog is in Bennett Springs, where a homeowner noticed bubbling paint and water damage on the wall behind their shower — a classic sign of a burst shower breach.

After running a series of pressure and moisture tests, Josh confirmed a drop in pressure on the copper pipework feeding the showerhead — the in-wall line that often fails with age and corrosion.

The Fix

•Diagnosed a burst shower breach behind tiled walls
•Cut tiles to access and expose the damaged copper pipework
•Replaced old copper lines and upgraded from twin taps to a sleek flick mixer
•Installed a new showerhead for a clean, modern finish
•Shared maintenance tips for grout and seal upkeep to prevent future leaks

“A few bubbles on the wall might not look serious, but it’s often a burst breach behind the tiles. The key is testing properly before opening anything up.”

The Result

•Burst copper pipework replaced and pressure-tested

•Fresh flick mixer and showerhead installed

•Full waterproofing check for long-term protection

•Clean, watertight shower upgrade ready for daily use

If your walls show bubbling paint or moisture, don’t wait — small leaks can quickly turn into big repairs.

What do you get when extreme heat, high mains pressure, and a tired old valve meet?

Apparently… the sound of a very unhappy pig crossed with distant church bells. And that’s exactly what Darius walked into on this 40+ degree day in Perth.

Our customer called us out after noticing their external plumbing valve was making a loud screeching sound — an unbearable high-pitched noise that echoed through the property.

🔍 Diagnosing the Problem

The first step was to determine what was causing the noise. After some investigation, Darius confirmed:

• The incoming water pressure was extremely high — over 1000kPa
• The existing valve technically could handle it (as confirmed by RMC), but it was clearly struggling
• The sound was being caused by vibrations under pressure — a common issue with high-pressure mains and older or undersized valves

🔧 The Solution: Install a Pressure Limiting Valve

To protect the system and eliminate the noise, Darius installed a 500kPa pressure limiting valve at the property’s water meter. This:

• Significantly reduced stress on the valve and fixtures
• Brought the system within safe pressure limits
• Immediately stopped the screeching noise

💬 “As soon as we dropped the pressure, the noise was gone — no more squealing.”

⚡ Safety First: Earthing the Copper Pipes

Because the water meter had to be temporarily removed during the installation, Darius followed standard safety procedures:

• Attached a jumper lead to safely bridge the copper pipework
• Prevented potential electric shock risk, as copper plumbing is often earthed in residential properties

✅ Final Result: Quiet Pipes and a Safer Plumbing Setup

After installing the pressure limiting valve and testing the system, the result was:

• A perfectly functioning valve
• No more strange noises
• Long-term protection for the home’s plumbing

Another satisfied Perth homeowner — and another case of Plumbdog solving the cause, not just the symptom.

🐾 Think Your Water Pressure Might Be Too High?

If you’re hearing strange pipe noises, valve screeching, or noticing excess wear on taps and fixtures — your property could be receiving excessive mains pressure.

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