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Our blog features expert tips on everything from maintaining your septic system and preventing blocked drains, to choosing the right hot water system and understanding your gas fitting needs. You’ll also find helpful advice on backflow prevention, seasonal maintenance, and how to keep your plumbing running smoothly year-round.

Latest Blog Posts

 Stay up to date with our expert advice and plumbing solutions. Here are our most recent posts:

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How To Solve Your Common Household Plumbing Problems

Plumbing is an essential part of any building, but it’s often ignored until a problem arises. In this guide, we...
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5 Plumbing Issues You Should Never Ignore

Here are five common plumbing problems that homeowners should never ignore and why addressing them promptly is essential. Read on...
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5 Benefits Of Hiring A Licensed Plumber For Your Repairs

Licensed plumbers ensure safe, reliable repairs that save time and money. Discover 5 key benefits of hiring one for your...
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How Regular Plumbing Maintenance Can Save You Money

An emergency plumber can help you avoid costly repairs with regular plumbing maintenance. Schedule your check-up today to save money....
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Why You Should Consider Upgrading Your Plumbing Fixtures

Upgrading your plumbing fixtures can offer numerous benefits that go beyond mere functionality. Whether you’re looking to save on utility...
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Why Should You Hire a Plumber for Your Bathroom Remodel?

Are you considering a bathroom remodel? It’s an exciting endeavour that promises to enhance the aesthetics and functionality of...
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The Top 5 Plumbing Issues That Require A Professional

Unexpected plumbing issues can disrupt your daily routine and cause a great deal of stress. Many homeowners attempt to fix...
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The Role Of Insurance In Emergency Plumbing And Roof Repair

During plumbing or roofing emergencies, the last thing you want to worry about is how you'll pay for the damages....
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Why Is It Important To Hire A Licensed Gasfitter?

Gas systems are crucial in our homes and businesses, yet their importance is often overlooked until issues occur. These systems...
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What Causes Blocked Drains in Homes?

We all understand the inconvenience and hassle that come with blocked drains. It's a common issue that can cause...
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5 Signs You Need To Call A Gas Fitter

Have you ever wondered if that odd smell in your house is something you should worry about? As a homeowner,...
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What Does A Gas Plumber Do?

Imagine this: You've just moved into your dream home in Dubbo and you're excited to cook your first meal. You...
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Plumbing Basics That You Need to Know

Every home relies on an efficient plumbing system, but we often don't think about it until there's a problem. Plumbing...
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6 Reasons Why You Should Call an Emergency Plumber

From sudden leaks to blockages, unexpected plumbing issues can disrupt your daily routine. While minor issues can wait, certain situations...
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Gas Or Electric Water Heater: What Should I Choose?

Water heaters are an important component of modern homes, providing us with the comfort of hot water for our everyday...
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Plumbing Emergency Tips

Dealing with plumbing emergencies can be a stressful experience. Whether it is an overflowing toilet or a major leak,...
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Questions To Ask A Qualified Plumber

When it comes to plumbing issues, having a reliable and skilled plumber on call is essential. But how can you...
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Professional Plumber’s Tips For Your Next Bathroom Upgrade

Home renovations can be exciting, especially when it comes to designing or upgrading your dream bathroom. However, it's important...
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5 Questions To Ask Before You Hire Any Plumber

When hiring a plumber, you want to make sure you're choosing the right person for the job. Here are five...
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What To Check If Your Hot Water Service Isn’t Working Properly

Hot water is essential for any home. From washing the dishes to taking a shower, having a reliable hot water...
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How To Clear Blocked Drains: Tips & Tricks

Blocked drains can be a nightmare with the issues they cause often cropping up suddenly. They can make everyday...
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How Can I Save Money On My Water Bill?

This question is one we've been getting a lot more often lately, so today we thought we'd share our top...
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How Long Do Hot Water Systems Last?

When your hot water system breaks down, it can be truly frustrating and inconvenient. As we've come to use...
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What To Do If You Smell Gas On Your Property?

There are a number of warning signs that automatically raise the hackles of any property owner, with the pungent scent...
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What To Do In A Plumbing Emergency?

A plumbing emergency often happens when you least expect it and doesn’t often leave you a lot of time to...
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What Does A Roof Plumber Do?

When it comes to roofing, and more specifically, the plumbing and guttering around your roof, many job descriptions...
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Why Do I Have No Hot Water?

Hot water is an integral part of your everyday life. From that first piping hot morning shower to wake...
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Signs Your Gutters Need Repairs

When was the last time you checked your guttering? Your gutters might not be something that you think about...
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Tips to Keep Your Roof in Good Condition

You have to make sure your roof is high-quality and that it stays that way. It isn’t enough to wait...
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Warning Signs Your Drains are Blocked

Whether the toilet is overflowing or the sink is unusable, a blocked drain is always a nightmare for every homeowner...
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When Should I Call a Plumber to Service my Hot Water System?

At Matt Diamond Plumbing, we specialise in all aspects of plumbing and we want to make sure you know that...
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Why You Should Clean Your Gutters Regularly

With summer coming to an end soon, one of the things that you must have on your to-do list is...
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Tips to Prevent Weather Damage to Your Roof

The most common cause of damage to a roof is broken roofing materials which become loose or cracked during bad...
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Seven Handy Tips to Prevent Your Drains From Blocking

Interested in reducing the risk of a blocked drain? Here at Matt Diamond Plumbing, we’re often amazed by the...
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How to Find Reputable Plumbers in Dubbo NSW

There are plenty of plumbers in Dubbo NSW, so how do you know you’re getting a good one? When...
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Signs That You Need Roof Repairs in Dubbo

If you need a roof repair in Dubbo, it’s not a good idea to let it go for too long...

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3 Benefits of Septic Tank Services

One of the most popular services we offer here at Matt Diamond Plumbing is a septic tank service in Dubbo....
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Why You Need a Roofer with Plumbing Expertise in Dubbo

Roofing and plumbing may seem to be different issues or different trades, but when you think about it, they do...
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The Top Reasons Why You Need a Septic Tank in Dubbo

If you aren’t connected to mains water and sewage, you need to have a septic tank. But, you might choose...
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Why Hire a Plumber for Roofing and Guttering?

Roofing and guttering are important because you need to be sure the top of your house is offering the protection...
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How to Check Your Roof After Storms

Storms are something that all homeowners worry about from time to time and for good reason. You don’t realise just...
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Plumber’s Guide To Installing Septic Tanks

For many households around the country, a septic tank is a feature that is vital to you being able to...
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Tips For Maintaining Your Septic System

If your home or any other type that you own relies on a septic tank system in order to run...
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When Should I Call An Emergency Plumber?

For those unfortunate plumbing emergencies, it’s important to have a reliable and available plumber ready to come out and help....
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Why is Gutter Cleaning Important?

The gutters on your home serve a purpose so it is important to take good care of them for them...
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