In early 2019, Gallant and Worboys Plumbing welcomed Wayne to our team. Wayne first reached out to Gallant Plumbing in mid 2018, expressing interest in joining our team. He has journeyed all the way from South Africa to Australia and is now one of our star performers here at Gallant & Worboys. Read on to […]
As the colder weather has settled in, hours of daylight are short lived and the sight of sunshine is a rare occurrence. Winter is here and he’s here to stay! The rainy winter months have people dreaming of the good old summer days, even going so far to chase the European summer. But nonetheless, no […]
Discovering Water Leaks: What we do and what could be the cause. Water Leak Detection Water leak detection is not always obvious and at times only discovered when you may get an elevated water bill. The first thing we have to establish is whether the leak is on the hot or cold-water service. We can […]
Happy plumbing customers bring in long term business for your company. They are also are more likely to further benefit your business through the use of word of mouth. This is the cheapest and a highly respected form of marketing as it is a genuine form of marketing and feels less intrusive. Improving your customer […]
As we move into Autumn and find ourselves expecting heavier rainfall it’s time that we look at 2 key services that Worboys can offer you to make your home safe; Regular Gutter Cleaning Gutter & Downpipe Replacement Regular Gutter Cleaning Many people believe regular gutter cleaning isn’t necessary but it’s actually important to clean your […]
Hear from our director Edward Clark about all things business and Gallant Plumbing & Worboys Pluminbg. Fantastic video production by John Leonard at U video & Spotlight Productions. The Interview: Sean: What are the specific services you provide and who do you provide them for? Ed: General plumbing maintenance business, so what does […]
Have you got an underground drain that needs repairing? There are many signs that this may be the case including, standing water in your lawn, concrete or ground surface. This is an indication that you have quite a serious leak on your hands. Underground pipes will either be part of your sewer system or stormwater system. As […]
Many people are unclear as to the responsibility when it comes to fire services. This is a very important facet of plumbing to be very well aware of. It is essential that fire services are fully functioning and operational in an emergency situation. It’s important for fire services to be maintained and the […]
Some exciting news for Gallant & Worboys Plumbing! On Friday the 9th of November, directors Edward & Scott attended the Optus My Business awards up in Sydney. There were 35 different award categories, where Gallant were nominated and finalists for 2 categories: Trades Business of the Year & Customer Service experience of the year. Gallant were unable to […]
Definition: A compliance certificate is a certification that a plumbers work complies with the prescribed plumbing standards. A compliance certificate can only be issued and signed by a licensed plumber for specific plumbing work carried out. In what situations is a Compliance Certificate Required? The specific circumstances where a compliance certificate must be issued […]
We always talk about the importance of gutter cleans, but can often forget to touch on gutter replacement. Eventually gutters and downpipes loose their function and need to be replaced and this often happens sooner than needed if they are not kept clean. When debris builds up, moisture is retained and the corrosion process […]
Routine maintenance can seem like an unnecessary thing to add to you to-do list. That is usually until a disaster issue occurs, costing you a big chunk of money and then inducing you with that sick feeling when you realise that the costly issue could have been prevented. Learn about the many benefits that your […]
The Top Questions we get asked when it comes to gutter and downpipe maintenance How often do they need to be cleaned? Why is it so important that gutters are clean and functioning? What’s the most serious damage that can happen if they are not maintained? Read on to have these all answered! […]
Water leak detection is not always obvious and is sometimes only found when you receive an unusually high water bill. The Steps We Take With Leak Investigation The very first thing we need to determine is whether the leak has to do with the hot or cold-water service. We do this by isolating each […]
What Does CCTV Stand For? CCTV stands for Closed Circuit Television and is an investigation process where by camera technology makes an assessment of a properties sewer and stormwater drains, to enable you to be able to identify the exact problem within the drain and identify the exact location of the problem. Why is CCTV Recommended? […]
Are you a Body Corporate or Strata Manager who manages apartment blocks or units? Have tenants being requesting that individual water meters be installed? Get an insight into the process we follow here at Worboys Plumbing, to ensure your experience is as smooth and stress free as possible! Concerned about this task? The installation […]
Sewer & Stormwater Systems. Wondering what the difference is? We’ve got your back! Check out all you need to know about them by reading on. SEWER SYSTEM A Sewer System is made up of all the pipes from your bathroom, kitchen and laundry. The function of these pipes is to transfer sewerage to waste facilities where it […]
The worst thing about a plumbing emergency is that you never know when it’s going to expose itself! You can think you are prepared for anything, however if and when it does eventually occur, you find you’re not. You can do all you can to keep an eye out for warning signs, but more often […]
Ever heard banging, shaking, gurgling or screeching coming from your pipes? Sometimes these noises are natural, but other times there is a problem which needs attending to! Learn about what these plumbing noises are; what’s causing them and what you can do about them! Banging Hear a loud banging noise when you turn […]
You’ve Talked, We Listened! Here are some frequently asked plumbing questions we continue to get asked! How Often should a hot water system be serviced Hot Water Units can have a lifespan of 10-12 years (even up to 20 years!). However to ensure that this estimated lifespan is reached, it is important to service and […]
Yes, when a water leak presents itself, it can cause a bit of a freak out. It’s just easy to call out a professional to hit the problem on its head. That being said, there are some events where calling a plumber is a waste of your time and money because you could have easily […]
The world we currently live in, social media is used for everything, including job seeking, and from a HR perspective. Pretty impressive hey! Impressive yes, but if you’re not careful, social media can hinder your job seeking process! Most of us know the basics of what NOT to do on the socials, however there are […]
So you have made the decision to launch some marketing funnels for your plumbing company (good on you!), but unsure where to start (it’s understandable!). Here are some cost/time-effective funnels which are worth your while. Have a Stellar, standout website! If you don’t have a website, or a website your happy with, this is your […]
Sometimes a plumbing issues comes along that you, the home handy man can fix! But to be able to do that, ensure you have these 5 tools on hand. 1- Plunger Not just one, but 2 different plungers! A Cup plunger & a Flange plunger. The difference? A cup plunger is best for clearing clogged […]
Plumbing business leveraging social media? You’re probably thinking, Good Luck to you! But hey, I’m here to prove you wrong. As we all know, plumbing isn’t the most glamorous industry. And Social media… Well that’s a very visually ‘pleasing’ place. Blocked Toilet on Instagram? We suggest not! Most people scroll through their socials whilst […]
Clogged Drains are a common and incredibly annoying issue. Keep reading to learn some key tips to prevent clogged drains. 1- Keep grease and oil out of your drains. Instead of clogging your drains up with that excess oil from your can of tuna, it’s recommended to dispose of it in a container to throw […]
As exciting as it is buying a new home, its important to ensure you don’t get caught up in the moment and neglect looking into some very important aspects of the home. A very important component of the home is the plumbing and ensuring it is functioning efficiently. Here are some important plumbing things to […]
What is a certificate of Compliance? A certificate of Compliance refers to a verification for licensed plumbers which is distributed by the Victorian Building Authority (VBA). This certificate is extremely valuable, as it is an indication that the work completed complies with all relevant plumbing standards, rules and regulations. Once a plumber has completed has […]
This post originally featured on MyDeal.com.au Check out our special mention in MyDeal.com.au blog post, ‘How to Prep your Home for Winter’ With daylight savings over and the leaves changing colour, Summer feels a distant memory. Not everyone is a Winter lover but there’s a few tricks that can help. Here’s 6 steps that […]
Think your bathroom has seen better days? Seeing little specks of mould? Wondering why it keeps happening? Here are 3 possible causes of mould growth in bathrooms. Lack of Ventilation When you’re in your shower next, wander your eyes around the room and you will most likely see a room filled with steam […]
It was only the other day I was walking through my home and noticed some water damage on the ceiling. Working at a plumbing business, alarm bells immedietly went off in my head. I said to my mum, “do you know there’s that water damage in the hallway?” Her reply was, “Yeah, and there’s something […]
I don’t know about you, but when I first heard plumbers speaking about CCTV, my head immediately went to CCTV, as in cameras at properties that sneakily catch footage of events unfolding, which then ends up on your daily news! I couldn’t quiet figure out how that fell under the plumbing umbrella. Well boy […]
Ok. So you’ve decided to bite the bullet and get the toilet fixed, or you’re fed up with the hot water service being on the blink. You pop on to Google and search ‘Plumbers located in Hawthorn’. There you see 75 plumbers to choose from- on the first page. Holy moly!!! Where do you start? […]
