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As a property manager, or real estate agency in Lake Macquarie, you want to ensure that your properties are well maintained. We are aware that the cost of real estate plumbing services is an important consideration for property owners and real estate agencies, so we ensure that our prices are fair and reasonable in comparison to the quality of service we provide.

We are proud to offer prompt and reliable real estate plumbing services. If you are also looking for water efficiency testing and compliance, we can help with that too!

At Down to Earth Plumbing Maintenance, we know that hot water is one of the most important things in any home. Whether it is for washing or bathing, you need someone who will fix or replace it promptly.

If you need a new hot water system installed or your old one needs some maintenance, Matt will take care of the job. We service all major brands to make sure it is done right and on time, with no hassle and honest pricing.

If a drain is blocked, it can cause costly damage to your home if it is not rectified swiftly. Blocked drains can also create an inconvenience and so they must be dealt with immediately. Blocked drains tend to go hand-in-hand with unpleasant smells as waste product builds up over time in pipes without being properly drained out.

We take pride in providing effective and reliable drain cleaning services to homes all across Lake Macquarie. We use high quality equipment that allows us to locate even the deepest blockages. We can then clear it using high pressure jetters that combine power with precision so you can be sure we get that blockage sorted out right the first time. Once clear, Matt can run a drain camera through to identify exactly what caused the blockage and recommend any long-term fixes if needed.

If you are facing a constant leak that has come about by general wear, tear and degradation, if not fixed early, it could lead to bigger issues. Leaks can also lead to inflated water bills and are not good for the environment, especially during periods of drought. If the leak is in the ceiling or walls, for example, it could be causing damage to your home which can lead to structural weaknesses and mould, both of which are health hazards.

Usually, simple leaks are rectified by servicing the taps and reseating the breach. Mixers will generally need a cartridge replacement if available. If what we are dealing with is beyond repair, then you can use one of our stock-standard replacements on hand or we can source a new fixture to your liking.

If water is escaping the shower space and seeping into the bathroom floor, there is a chance that the shower seal has been compromised. If this is the case, we can work to reseal any compromised joints and advise if any other work needs to be done by other qualified trades, for example a tiler or waterproofer.

We will also inspect if the water is escaping through shower taps, broken tiles or loose and cracking grout. At times it is the silicone behind tap flanges wreaking leaky havoc in your bathroom, so we can fix that as required too.

As an extra measure, we will pressure test the shower breach to check that it has not burst. If this is the case, we can take care of that too.

Have you noticed your water bill climbing? This could signify a leak. Perhaps you have noticed that the toilet continues to fill even after the cistern seems to have reached its capacity, or that the cistern does not completely empty unless you are standing there holding down the flush. These are all maintenance jobs for your local Lake Macquarie plumber. Give us a call and we will handle it promptly.

It can get pretty serious if there is a visible leak around the bowl or on the floor for hygiene reasons. Typically, after assessing if a cistern service will do the trick (replacing inlet and outlet valves, as well as the service tube), this is the best-case scenario. Sometimes the toilet's condition is beyond repair and it would make more sense to go ahead with a complete cistern or toilet suite replacement.

Usually, a leaking or burst pipe is noticed when you are seeing unusually high water bills. Otherwise, they are typically obvious through brown spots or peeling paint developing on the walls and ceiling. If you are noticing these tell-tale signs it is very important to have them addressed as soon as possible to prevent extensive damage and costly repairs.

Matt will investigate the leak's origin and work out the best plan of attack for its repair. A lot of houses in the Lake Macquarie area have either plastic or copper pipes. Some of the older homes here had C-grade copper piping installed, which unfortunately tend to develop pin-hole leaks. Rather than cutting out and patching up segments of piping, it is best as a long term solution to replace all C-grade copper with B-grade or plastic systems.

Deteriorated vanity units can be an eyesore in a bathroom. If you would like to freshen up the look of the space, we can install a new vanity that you have ordered in, or we can measure up and source one on your behalf.

Sometimes this means that some patch up work needs to be done with the tiling. We are in touch with some reliable tradesmen that can assist with that too.

We can help you save on your water bills (as well as join the eco-friendly movement) with low-flow fixtures. We can sort you out with flow restrictors or low-flow taps, showerheads and toilets.

The average Australian household can save up to $175 per year by making the switch to water-saving devices, especially on some of the biggest water-wasting culprits such as washing machines, showers, and toilets.

These savings extend to your electricity and gas bills too, as the overall amount of water needing to be heated is less, meaning lower demand on your gas or electric hot water heaters.

If you have got yourself a brand new fridge that can dispense cold, filtered water and ice, you will need it to be plumbed into your fridge cavity. This means we can run a water line from the sink to your fridge and may involve running it through the wall, roof, floor or cabinetry in order to conceal it.

Australian regulations state that a licenced plumber must be engaged for plumbing tasks such as this. Give us a call to discuss your options.

If you are after some cleaner, safer drinking water, we can fit a filtration device to your kitchen tap too.