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A homeowner noticed unusually high water bills and called Plumbdog for help. On this double-story Perth home, the leak was tiny — just 250 mL per minute — but causing major problems.

The Problem
Hidden leaks can be deceptively damaging. In this case:
•Small leak under the kitchen cupboard
•Copper pipes and sleeves feeding the sink
•Double-story access made detection tricky
Even tiny leaks like this can add up, resulting in high water bills and potential damage if left untreated.

The Investigation & Fix
Rich tackled the leak using precision tools and techniques:
•Compressed air and advanced leak detection equipment
•Carefully traced the leak without unnecessary damage
•Inspected copper pipes and sleeves feeding the kitchen sink
•Pinpointed the exact source of the tiny but tricky leak
💬 “Sometimes the smallest leaks are the hardest to find, but tracking them down saves the homeowner time, money, and stress.”

The Result
Leak located and confirmed
Minimal disruption to the kitchen area
Homeowner reassured and water bills under control
Tips provided for spotting early signs of hidden leaks
Professional detection = peace of mind and long-term savings.

Location: Perth, WA
Need help finding hidden leaks? Call Plumbdog Plumbing

When a client’s sprinklers weren’t performing and the valves were buried out of reach, Darius stepped in to rebuild the setup properly.

The problems on-site were clear:

•Low water pressure through the sprinkler system

•A hard-to-access valve set buried under concrete and debris

•Old, thinning copper pipes on their last legs

💬 “Not a difficult job, but doing it properly now will save the client headaches in the future.”

🔎 Step 1: Clearing the Way

Darius began by exposing the old valve train, carefully breaking away concrete and clearing debris to make room for a rebuild.

🛠️ Step 2: Rebuild & Replacement

•Installed new fittings, solenoids, and fresh threading tape

•Replaced aging copper pipes to prevent future leaks

•Repositioned the valve box closer to ground level for easier access

💧 Step 3: Test & Confirm

•Ran the full sprinkler system to check flow and coverage

•Confirmed strong, even water pressure

•Left the client with a neat, functional valve set that’s built to last

The Result

•Improved sprinkler performance

•Valve box positioned for easy maintenance

•Peace of mind with new, reliable pipework

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📞 Got low water pressure or a tricky sprinkler system?
Trust the dogs that sniff out the problem and fix it right.
👉 Call 1300 328 021 or book online at 🌐 www.plumbdog.com.au

🐾 Plumbdog — Perth’s real plumbers, no shortcuts, just solutions.

When a Greenwood homeowner woke up to no hot water, Hugh was on the job to bring the heat back.

On arrival, the culprit was clear:

•A 12-year-old electric storage hot water unit with a failed element

•Rusty old pipework needing a proper cleanup before replacement

💬 “Sometimes an old unit just can’t be fixed – upgrading properly is the safest and smartest option.”

🔎 Step 1: Remove the Old

•Drained the faulty system

•Safely disconnected and removed the 12-year-old hot water unit

🛠️ Step 2: Install the New

•Laid a fresh slab to give the new unit a solid base

•Installed a brand-new electric storage hot water system

•Cleaned up pipework and re-piped neatly for long-term reliability

•Lagged all pipes for protection and efficiency

•Set a tempering valve to 50°C for safe household use

Step 3: Test & Handover

•Fired up the new system and confirmed full functionality

•Left the customer with reliable, safe hot water and a tidy install ready to last for years

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📞 Need a hot water replacement or upgrade in Perth?
Call the dogs that sort it out the right way, the first time.
👉 Call 1300 328 021 or book online at 🌐 www.plumbdog.com.au

🐾 Plumbdog — Perth’s real plumbers, no shortcuts, just solutions.

When a burst pipe showed up under a client’s liquid limestone in Duncraig, Rich and Hugh from Plumbdog were called in to track it down.

What started as a “simple” leak detection quickly turned into a head-scratcher thanks to:

•Double-storey construction

•Past renovations

•Limited access around the property

💬 “Leaks never pop up in the easy spots… it’s always the worst-case scenario.”

🔎 Step 1: Sniffing Out the Leak

Armed with our acoustic leak detection gear, Rich and Hugh began tracing the tell-tale sounds of running water beneath the limestone.

Sure enough — they locked in on the burst. But with layers of concrete and tricky layouts, a straight repair wasn’t an option.

🛠️ Step 2: Above & Below Ground Fix

To give the client a practical, semi long-term solution, the boys:

•Rerouted sections of pipework above ground where possible (less digging, less cost)

•Carefully repaired the hidden lines still in use

•Made sure the new layout restored reliable supply without weak points

🧱 Step 3: Neat Finish

The job didn’t stop at the repair:

•Excavated sections were patched and reinstated

•Liquid limestone restored to blend back in

•Site left tidy despite the messy weather (and a windstorm full of leaves 🌬️🍂)

What Made This Job Stand Out

•Expert leak detection under liquid limestone

•Smart mix of temporary + permanent fixes

•Customer left with water back on, plus a neat reinstatement

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📞 Got a leak hiding under your liquid limestone?
Trust the team that sniffs them out and fixes them right.
👉 Call 1300 328 021 or book online at 🌐 www.plumbdog.com.au

🐾 Plumbdog — Perth’s real plumbers, with all the gear and every idea.

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