Tales From The Trenches

How do I know if I have a blocked sewer? Tip #1

July 21, 2015

Blocked Drains – Geelong, Torquay, Anglesea, Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove & surrounds If flushing your toilet results in larger than normal amounts of water staying in the bowl, and if water is coming up into the bath, shower or basin, or out of the overflow relief gully (ORG) outside, then this is usually a sign … Read more

Thermostatic mixing valves – safe water temperature

May 22, 2015

How does a thermostatic mixing valve work? Caroma have released a great little YouTube clip on their thermostatic mixing valve.  It explains in simple terms how it all works and why it’s so important for hot water safety. Give us a call on 5261 2422 if you need assistance with thermostatic mixing valves.  We can … Read more

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Carbon Monoxide Tests – Geelong, Torquay & surrounds

May 21, 2015

Make sure your gas heater is safe to use this Winter Energy Safe Victoria has announced that there’ll be a hard hitting TV advertisement airing at the beginning of Winter on the importance of gas heater services and carbon monoxide tests. It’s a serious topic.  Don’t leave it to chance – have your heater checked. … Read more

Hot Water System Decision Guide – Thermann

May 8, 2015

Thermann Hot Water Systems – Geelong, Torquay, Anglesea, Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove & surrounding areas Not sure which way to go with your hot water system? Thermann has a handy little on-line decision guide that might make things a little easier. Or, give us a call on 5261 2422 to discuss your options and arrange … Read more

The new Braemar 7 Star Gas Ducted Heater !

March 31, 2015

Introducing the Braemar 7 Star Gas Ducted Heater! From mid April 2015, Braemar will have a 7 Star ducted gas heater available in its range.   Great news for the energy efficient conscious purchaser! Braemar are advertising this heater as ‘the world’s most energy efficient 7 star heating unit”.   Wow! Highest star rating available … Read more

Taking a bath could be lethal in the old days!

March 18, 2015

A little hot water system history…. About 150 odd years ago, a technique of heating water called the ‘side-arm’ hot water heater was being developed. The heater was connected with piping to the side of a thirty gallon water storage tank, hence the name ‘side-arm’. The side-arm hot water heater usually had a gas burner … Read more

Drain Camera Inspection – During Construction

March 18, 2015

CCTV drain camera inspections during construction – Geelong, Torquay, Anglesea, Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove & surrounding areas Are you building a new house? Sometimes during the building process, drains get squashed or left full of building rubble and debris, which can cause blockages and lovely surprises for you when you move into your nice new … Read more

Pre-purchase CCTV drain inspections – Geelong & surrounds

March 18, 2015

What’s happening down the drain? Buying a new property? Tomlinson Plumbing can conduct a pre-purchase drain inspection with our CCTV drain cameras.  As part of the building inspection and general due diligence prior to going unconditional on your contract, it pays to know the condition of the drain, as: You’ll be informed of the general … Read more

You found what down my drain?

March 18, 2015

What’s blocking my drains? We clear all sorts of things from blocked drains.  It’s amazing what we sometimes come across. We’ve cleared toys, cutlery, small plastic containers, old tools and kids shoes.  But the worst is sanitary items. It’s really not very enjoyable to have tampons fling up at you when they’re retrieved from the … Read more

What will I find out if I get a drain camera inspection?

March 17, 2015

Geelong & surrounds – CCTV drain camera inspection When we send our cameras down your drain, we can determine the following: If there are any blockages If your drain is cracked, squashed, broken or has become dislodged at a junction If there are any tree roots invading your drain The general condition of your drain … Read more

Why is my heater constantly starting and stopping?

March 17, 2015

Gas heater service & repair – Geelong & surrounds There are a few reasons why your heater may be constantly starting and stopping. Firstly, how often is constant?  Most models of heaters have thermostats, so when the heater reaches the set temperature on the thermostat, it switches itself off because the room has reached that … Read more

What are the signs of carbon monoxide poisoning?

March 16, 2015

Gas Heater Services and Safety Checks – Geelong, Torquay, Anglesea, Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove & surrounds Here’s a snapshot from Energy Safe Victoria’s website to help you identify the symptoms of Carbon Monoxide poisoning.  As always, prevention is better than cure – and in this case the ‘cure’ is to get your heater serviced and … Read more