VLOGS

Evan headed out to East Perth, WA for a roof leak call — and it didn’t take long to find the problem.

What should have been a straightforward decktite installation was done completely wrong.

The Problems Evan Found

•Screws in the wrong places

•No silicone underneath the decktite

•Fitted flat instead of angled (holding water instead of shedding it)

•Oversized cuts left unsealed

The result? Water pooling and being sucked straight into the roof cavity, leading to interior leaks.

Evan’s Fix

To set things right, Evan:
•Removed all the dodgy decktites
•Installed larger replacements to cover the oversized cuts
•Applied proper silicone seals
•Secured with screws in the correct positions
•Finished with tight, watertight fittings

The Result

This East Perth home is now:

•Leak-free 

•Protected with professional roof plumbing

•Set up for long-term reliability

“Roof penetrations are one of those jobs you can’t cut corners on — get it wrong, and leaks are inevitable.”

Location: East Perth, WA

Takeaway: Roof penetrations demand correct installation and sealing. Shortcuts cause leaks. Always trust a licensed plumber for roof work!

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Darius from Plumbdog is giving some love to one of his favourite plumbing tools — the Rigid 150 tube cutters. These are a must-have in any plumber’s kit, but like all good tools, they need a bit of TLC every now and then.

In this video, Darius takes you step-by-step through a full rebuild and service — cleaning, greasing, and reassembling the rollers and winders — to keep them working like new.

In This Video

•How to strip down and rebuild Rigid 150 tube cutters
•Removing jammed rollers and cleaning out corrosion
•The right way to grease and reassemble moving parts
•Handy tips to keep your cutters smooth, reliable, and long-lasting

“The Rigid 150s are one of my go-to tools — they’ve been through it all. But every now and then, they need a proper service to keep them spinning smooth.”

The Result

•Rebuilt Rigid 150s performing like new

•Clean, lubricated, and corrosion-free components

•Practical maintenance tips for every plumber or DIYer

•A quick look into what tool care really looks like on the job

Darius even shares a few laughs — including how many cutters he’s lost down wall cavities over the years! 😅

Location: Perth, WA
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Not every plumbing job ends with just pipes and fittings… sometimes it ends with a freezer full of meat! Richie from Plumbdog headed out to a job in Midland, helped a customer out, and left with more than just a smile and a 5-star Google review.

The customer surprised him with a massive bag so heavy he could barely lift it — packed with prime cuts, lamb shanks, and steaks for the Plumbdog pups. Needless to say, the dogs were very happy with Richie’s day on the tools!

Location: Midland, WA

What You’ll See in This Video

•Genuine customer kindness in action

•Richie being gifted a huge meat haul

•The Plumbdog dogs enjoying the rewards

•A fun reminder that plumbing isn’t always just about pipes!

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Richard from Plumbdog takes on a huge commercial hot water system with some serious issues — and it’s not for the faint-hearted!

The Challenge

This wasn’t a normal home hot water job:
•3 x 332L/min units all linked together
•Pump errors causing circulation problems
•Seized valves and heavy calcium build-up
•System supplying showers for hundreds of guests

The Fix

Richard tackles the problem head-on:
•Explains how commercial hot water systems work — and why circulation is key
•Identifies the real culprit behind “no hot water” calls
•Performs critical maintenance while avoiding further issues
•Experiences the moment a valve snaps in his hand — yikes! 😬

It’s high-pressure troubleshooting, hands-on problem solving, and a few laughs along the way.

Takeaway

Commercial systems are complex. Regular maintenance and early fault detection are key to keeping hundreds of guests with hot water on demand.

Location: Perth, WA
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