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A customer requested a straightforward toilet swap, but even “simple” jobs need careful attention to detail. In this video, Dan from Plumbdog takes you through the full process of replacing a toilet and servicing a tap, showing the professional steps behind a leak-free installation.

From inspecting the flange to connecting the water supply and servicing taps, this video gives a full walkthrough of best practices for plumbing installations.

In This Video

•Removing the old toilet and inspecting the flange
•Installing a new wax ring and securing the toilet pan
•Connecting a new flexi hose and stopcock
•Servicing a tap — inspecting, replacing washers, and leak testing
•Cleaning up and ensuring the area is tidy for the customer

What You’ll Learn

•Proper steps for a safe, leak-free toilet installation
•How to inspect and prepare the flange for a new toilet
•Techniques for connecting water supply and testing for leaks
•Tap servicing tips to fix drips and improve operation
•The importance of finishing touches and customer walkthroughs

Even small jobs have a lot of steps behind the scenes — this video shows exactly how Plumbdog ensures every installation is done right the first time.

Location: Perth, WA
Need professional plumbing help? Visit Plumbdog Plumbing

Evan from Plumbdog Plumbing walks through how plumbers locate buried irrigation solenoids using a professional solenoid locator.

In many Perth homes, irrigation solenoids are buried underground, making maintenance or repairs tricky without the right tools. In this video, Evan demonstrates step-by-step how the locator works and how plumbers pinpoint the exact position of hidden solenoids.

In This Video

•Connecting the locator to the irrigation controller
•Sending a signal through the system wiring
•Setting the correct signal strength (between 4–8) for accurate locating
•Using the handheld wand to detect underground solenoids
•Exposing the buried valves once located
•Tips on adjusting signal strength to pinpoint the exact location

This professional tool saves hours of digging and guesswork, making irrigation repairs and maintenance much more efficient.

The Result

Hidden irrigation solenoids successfully located
Exact valve positions exposed for easy future maintenance
Time and effort saved on excavation and troubleshooting

Location: Perth, WA
Need help with irrigation repairs or hidden solenoid detection? Visit Plumbdog Plumbing

Richard from Plumbdog Plumbing takes you along on a full leak detection and repair in Mandurah, tracking down a tricky hot water line leak.

This video showcases professional techniques for finding and fixing hidden hot water leaks, even in tight or awkward spaces.

In This Video

•Detecting running water using acoustic and infrared equipment
•Isolating the leak on the hot water line
•Boosting flow to locate the leak effectively
•Tight-space pipe repairs using B-Press fittings
•Successfully repairing the burst and restoring water flow

Key takeaways:
•How to use acoustic and infrared equipment for precise leak detection
•Techniques for isolating the hot water system
•Tips for repairing leaks in tight or awkward spaces
•Safety considerations when working with high-pressure water systems

The Result

Hot water leak located and repaired
Burst pipe section replaced using B-Press fittings
Water flow restored with no further leaks
Professional repair completed safely in tight conditions

Location: Mandurah, WA
Need help with hot water leaks, burst pipes, or plumbing repairs? Visit Plumbdog Plumbing

Evan from Plumbdog Plumbing heads out to Baldivis after leak detection revealed a hidden leak inside a concrete wall on the home’s main water supply line.

Instead of opening up the wall and causing major damage, the team chose a smarter solution — bypassing the damaged pipe and installing a brand-new water feed to restore the supply safely.

In This Video

•Leak detection identifies a hidden water leak inside the wall
•Isolating and cutting off the damaged section of pipe
•Running a new copper water line up the exterior wall
•Connecting the new pipe through the roof space
•Reconnecting the supply to the hot water service
•Restoring water to the home with no more hidden leaks

By rerouting the main water line externally and through the roof space, the team avoided unnecessary wall demolition while delivering a long-term and reliable plumbing solution.

•The Result

Hidden leak inside the wall successfully isolated

New copper water supply line installed

Water reconnected to the hot water system

No wall demolition required

Home’s water supply restored and leak-free

If you suspect a hidden leak in your walls or main water line, early detection can prevent major damage and costly repairs.

Location: Baldivis, WA
Need help with leak detection, burst pipes, or water line replacements? Visit Plumbdog Plumbing