Hot Water Systems | Geelong | Torquay | Ocean Grove | Barwon Heads | Clifton Springs | Drysdale | Tomlinson Plumbing

The Pressure Temperature Relief (PTR) valve is a key safety feature that protects the hot water system from excessive pressure and temperature levels inside the tank. If the water pressure or temperature inside the hot water unit exceeds the threshold, the valve will open to release water and steam. This relieves pressure and reduces the … Read more

Continuous flow hot water systems | Geelong | Torquay | Ocean Grove | Clifton Springs | Drysdale | Leopold

Do you have no hot water, inconsistent water temperature, hissing or popping noises with your continuous flow hot water system? It could be your gas control valve. If a gas control valve on a continuous flow hot water system experiences issues, it can lead to several problems affecting the performance of the unit. Here are … Read more

Gas log fires service & safety checks | Geelong | Torquay | Ocean Grove | Tomlinson Plumbing

When we service and safety check a heater, there is a legislated 31-point checklist to work though.  There are various tests we perform to make sure that your heater’s components fall within certain parameters, indicating that it’s functioning to necessary guidelines – the manufacturer’s guidelines, plumbing regulations and Australian Standards. The heater needs to be … Read more

Carbon Monoxide Testing | Tomlinson Plumbing | Geelong | Torquay | Ocean Grove | Barwon Heads

Make sure you know the signs of carbon monoxide poisoning and ensure you have your gas heaters serviced at least every two years by a qualified gas fitter with the Type A Gas Appliance Servicing tick on their licence. They’re the only ones qualified to do it. Play it safe with gas. #carbonmonoxidetestinggeelong #carbonmonoxidetestingtorquay #carbonmonoxidetestingoceangrove … Read more

Braemar wall furnaces | Tomlinson Plumbing | Geelong | Torquay | Ocean Grove

    Energy Safe Victoria recommend that all types of gas heaters be serviced and safety checked for carbon monoxide at least every two years, so that’s: ~ gas log fires ~gas wall furnaces ~gas ducted heaters ~gas space heaters ~gas energy saver heaters This needs to be done by a plumber licensed in Type … Read more