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Causes of blocked stormwater drains in Melbourne

What are the causes of blocked stormwater drains in your Melbourne home or workplace? This is easily, a question that can leave you scratching your head and scrambling to call a licensed plumber for help.
These issues can crop up quite suddenly – sometimes due to long-developing hidden causes, while others are more obvious.

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Which hot water system should you buy?

A vital question…but with so much to consider before you finalise your next purchase of a hot water system for your Melbourne home or workplace, it can be an overwhelming prospect. If you find yourself asking which hot water system should you buy, consider these tips below and if you have any questions, feel free to give Doherty Plumbing Solutions a call!

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What Are Some Signs of Roof Leaks?

Is that recurring mould or that pesky yellow spot on your ceiling causing you frustration? This could be a tell-tale sign that your roof is leaking. While some signs of roof leaks are more obvious than others, it is vital to quickly locate a roof leak and prevent any potential long-term damage to your home, as well as immediate safety risks such as electrical faults.

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Gas Leaks and Carbon Monoxide Testing

With the mercury dropping in Melbourne and the increased use of domestic gas heaters to keep warm indoors, now is a good time to check if your heater is safe. Doherty Plumbing Solutions can assist you with Gas Leaks and Carbon Monoxide Testing.

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Signs that Your Hot Water Unit Needs to Be Replaced

When should you replace your hot water system? Be it your workplace or household, the prospect of upgrading your hot water unit can be overwhelming. If you notice any of these signs that your hot water unit needs to be replaced, give us a call! Our licensed and experienced plumbers at Doherty Plumbing Solutions can fix minor issues to keep the hot water unit ship-shape and enhance its longevity.

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Hard Time finding a Good Plumber in Melbourne?

Fear not Melbourne! Finding a good plumber in the area is not as difficult as it may seem. All you need to do is a little extra poking around. You may hear horror stories about plumbers who charge a huge amount for doing next to nothing. If you’ve been unfortunate enough to have experienced a horror plumbing experience then be reassured, this is not the norm. Most plumbers do strive to do the right thing by their clients.

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Experience is always Worth It!

Plumbers and plumbing companies come with varying levels of knowledge, experience, and skills.  You may find that some inexperienced plumbers come across as professionals, however, they simply won’t have the level of expertise and the ability to solve various issues that an experienced plumber would have.  For better quality service, you should explore all of your options in order to find the plumber or plumbing company that best suits your needs.

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    Came same day as I called to fix broken tap that couldn’t be turned off (had to turn water off at mains to stop flooding). Third time I’ve used them within 12 months for different issues. Very helpful, professional staff and reasonable pricing. Highly recommended.
    Garry & Wendy Grinsted Avatar
    Garry & Wendy Grinsted
    4/23/2024
    Very quick response, great communication throughout and George was exceptionally courteous and helpful in finding a solution to my roof leak problem.
    Mandy Purcell Avatar
    Mandy Purcell
    9/25/2025
    I had a great experience with the team at DP when they promptly addressed my hot water piping issue. George worked efficiently, and he was friendly and professional throughout the visit. He did a thorough job and took the time to ensure everything was done correctly. I would definitely recommend their services and would not hesitate to call them again.
    Susan Lim Avatar
    Susan Lim
    12/16/2025
    Prompt responses, competitive pricing and jobs completed in a timely manner. Would recommend and will use again for other jobs.
    Greg Wood Avatar
    Greg Wood
    10/01/2025
    Fantastic service. I called with a question about my hot water service and within 24hrs Brian had been out and fixed the problem. Great service, great turnaround times and fair pricing too.
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    Emily Kermac
    4/09/2024
    Highly recommended 10/10. On time . Courteous guy , friendly and polite. In lead up to him arriving I was kept in the loop during the whole process. Cost I was amazed it was so reasonable. Being screwed in the past by tradesmen this plumbing service made me realise honest tradesmen are still around. Thanks. Guys.
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    Gazza East Melbourne
    3/30/2024
    James was professional and knowledgeable. He explained my shower leaking issues as I was not able to attend myself. The plumbing work was completed promptly. And I was advised next steps with Tiler to make water proof. Very helpful and would definitely recommend to my family & friends.
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    Fay
    11/21/2025
    Once again it was a pleasure dealing with Doherty. Thank you to Brian for promptly organising the visit and thank you to Tim for arriving on time and clearing the blockage. Highly recommend their services.
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    Sue Smith
    10/02/2025
    I had an incredible experience with George from Doherty Plumbing. He was punctual, reliable and sorted out my leaking roof. Trustworthy and experienced. Would definitely recommend this small business if you are looking for excellent skills.
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    Natalie King
    11/03/2025
    George came; did my work quietly and respectfully. Noted a problem (big gaping crack in the pipe under the bench), and asked if we would like to change it. No pressure applied, and just added it to his list when I gave the go ahead. Would use this company again and again.
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    Kath Edney
    3/30/2024
    For reliable plumbing services, call 03 9877 5775 or 0417 577 432