Backflow Prevention Testing

Plumber checking on leak — Plumbing Contractors in Brisbane, QLD

What is a Backflow Prevention Device? Backflow prevention devices are plumbing apparatus stopping reverse water flow from a potentially polluted source into the potable (drinking) water supply. Backflow prevention devices must be installed where there is a potential hazard. Certain types of backflow prevention devices are classified as “testable” so they must be tested annually […]

Clean Your Gutters

Clean Your Gutters

Brisbane has some of the best weather in Australia but suburbs on the northside in particular such as Caboolture and Morayfield still get hit with some bad weather during storm season. The Australian Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting severe storms coming to south east Queensland soon, so it’s important to get a licensed roofing plumber […]

Covid-19 Drain Blockages

Covid-19 Drain Blockages

“Flushable” wet wipes are causing huge blockages all over Brisbane, Morayfield and Caboolture during the Covid-19 lockdown. Due to the rush of panic-buyers purchasing toilet paper from supermarkets, it seems many people have turned to wet wipes as an alternative. This is a terrible idea, as these wipes are known to combine with fat, grease […]

What to do in a Plumbing Emergency

What to do in a Plumbing Emergency

Plumbing emergencies never occur at a convenient time and they may potentially be damaging and costly to deal with. Nobody wants to wake up to a blocked toilet overflowing or a burst pipe hidden behind a wall. We’ve listed some of the most common plumbing emergencies below – even though some may seem like a […]

“Flushable” Wipes Are Not Really Flushable

“Flushable” Wipes Are Not Really Flushable

Flushable wipes are big business with their uses ranging from cleaning your children to personal hygiene and makeup application amongst many other uses. The ease and convenience of these laminated plastic cloths means they’re extremely popular with Brisbane families for a large range of applications. The benefits of wet wipes also come at a cost […]

The Benefits of CCTV Drain Camera Inspections

Blocked drains are so frustrating. Things like toilets and showers are so important in our homes, and when they get clogged up it can disrupt your day-to-day routine. They can also cost a lot of money to fix, especially if they happen over and over or if you work with a plumber who doesn’t have […]

What You Should Flush

What You Should Flush

As the Coronavirus pandemic spreads in our country, people are becoming extremely stressed.  Currently there over 300 verified cases of Coronavirus here. A tenth of these are in recovery and quite a few people have died so far. As this virus moves throughout the country, Hughes Plumbing Contractors want to remind the community that toilet […]

DIY Drain Clearing Dangers

DIY Drain Clearing Dangers

With the recent rise of coronavirus, many people in Brisbane are thinking seriously about the health of their community, especially in Caboolture. No one wants to see themselves or their family becoming unwell, so many are taking precautions to avoid the spread of the virus. However, most people don’t appreciate the importance of their plumbing […]

The Best Water Heater

The Best Water Heater

With your hot water system taking up as much as 25% of your home energy consumption, it’s a good idea to think about installing a more efficient water heating system. The two most common systems are electric and gas hot water heaters. However, choosing the best hot water system for your family can be confusing […]

RELIABLE REAL ESTATE PLUMBER

RELIABLE REAL ESTATE PLUMBER

Are you Looking for a reliable plumber for your real estate agency? Professional real estate property managers need to respond to tenants’ plumbing emergencies in a timely manner. You need a reliable plumbing company to quickly and efficiently fix the problem. With so many different plumbers to choose from, it can be a challenge to […]