The cost and damage of leaking pipes
Many homeowners suffer from leaking pipes everyday. It can happen to anyone within almost any kind of structure. And perhaps the scariest part is that damage can be happening through an invisible leak, causing unknown damage behind the scenes. Leaking pipes can do a...
Flexi connectors can be ticking time bombs
Flexible water connections or ‘easy hookers’ as they are known in the trade can be ticking time bombs if they’re not replaced when showing signs of fatigue.
One of the most common plumbing emergency call outs is having to attend to a burst flexible water connection that is flooding a house.
How this can be prevented:
Inspect the braided section of hose for rust spots and oxidisation. If this is present, the connection should be replaced immediately as this is a sign that the inner tube is weeping and could burst at any time…