Tips and advice
Plumbing Tips & Advice from Bayside Plumber
Straight-talking, practical plumbing advice written for homeowners across Melbourne's bayside suburbs, from Brighton to Beaumaris.
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Welcome to the Bayside Plumber blog, straight-talking, practical plumbing advice written for homeowners across Melbourne's bayside suburbs, from Brighton to Beaumaris. As a local team (not a franchise or call centre) working on the area's Federation, Edwardian and post-war homes every day, we know the plumbing quirks that come with older housing stock, mature street trees and pre-1980s clay sewer pipes.
These guides are here to help you spot problems early, understand what a repair should involve, and make confident decisions before you pick up the phone. Where a job needs a licensed plumber, we'll tell you plainly, and if you'd rather just talk it through, we're a call away on 0468 279 958 with a $0 call-out fee.
Below you'll find our most useful articles. Each one is written by our team and grounded in the work we do around the bay every week.
Latest articles
Every Guide We Have Written
Nine practical guides, each one written by our team and grounded in the work we do around the bay every week.

How to Know if You Have a Blocked Drain
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How Much Does a Plumber Cost in Melbourne?
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Hot Water Not Working? Here's What To Do
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Pipe Relining vs Pipe Replacement: Which Is Better?
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Tree Roots in Drains: Causes, Signs & Solutions
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Gas Heater Maintenance Tips for Melbourne Winters
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What Is CCTV Drain Inspection?
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How to Choose the Right Hot Water System
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Annual Plumbing Maintenance Checklist for Homeowners
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If you have read enough and just want it sorted, our local team covers Melbourne wide with same-day service and 24/7 emergency response. $0 call-out fee, upfront fixed pricing, licensed and insured, 4.8 stars on Google.