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Almac Plumbing
As experienced plumbers and gasfitters local to the Bayside area, we know that domestic and commercial plumbing and drainage, gas services, and hydronic heating are confusing which is why you call the experts—Almac Plumbing! Servicing Brighton, Sandringham, Hampton and Bayside we are only a phone call away on 1300 125 622 if you need us.
Wood fireplace service in Bayside and Brighton
We are in the throes of winter. And with our notoriously unpredictable Melbourne weather keeping us on our toes, it's best to book your wood fireplace service before it kicks the bucket. When should I service my wood heater? The Victorian Building Authority advises...
Hot water system maintenance for Sangringham & Hampton homes
Did you know there is a simple plumbing maintenance item that can potentially extend the life of your hot water heater? Therefore if you want your hot water system to last longer, try replacing your sacrificial anode. What is a sacrificial anode? A sacrificial anode...
A Melbourne residential plumber’s 5 tips to prepare for winter
Winter is here. Time to prepare our Melbourne homes for winter’s gusty, rainy weather. With 20 years of experience as a Melbourne residential plumber, we have five tips to share to help you prepare for winter. 1/ Check your hot water system No one wants to have a...
Signs your gas hot water heater is on the brink of breaking down
Hot water is easy to take for granted. Then suddenly you don’t have it, and it's the end of the world! Thankfully gas hot water heaters usually provide warning signs before they stop working. Know the signs your system is on the brink so you can book your gas hot...
9 reasons to install a gas log fireplace
Can’t decide between a wood or gas fireplace? After reading our nine reasons why you need a gas fireplace, you will be booking your gas log fireplace installation ASAP! 1/ Warmth Without a doubt, keeping warm should be the first reason to get a gas log fireplace...
What gas water heater do I need?
There are three categories of gas water heater: Storage – Water is heated and stored in an insulated tank, ready to use when needed. Instantaneous or continuous flow – Water is heated only when required. Solar-boosted - Energy from the sun is used to heat water for...
What plumbers who are gas fitters can do for you
Who do you call when you have a gas problem? A gas fitter? A plumber? A gas plumber? It can be confusing to know! Plumbers who are gas fitters in Melbourne You may think plumbers work with water and gas fitters work with gas and never the two shall mix, but many...
3 ways a Bayside gas-fitter can keep you warm this winter
It’s already cooling down in Melbourne, so time to prep yourself before the weather takes a nosedive. We put together the three best things a Bayside gas-fitter can do to help keep you warm this winter. Wood fireplaces Wood heaters are a sustainable option to heat...
Solar hot water systems with gas boosters = hot water 24/7
Solar hot water systems are an attractive option for many homeowners in Melbourne. However, some people worry about how the lack of sun may impact their heating. Enter gas boosted solar hot water systems! Get all the benefits of a solar system coupled with peace of...
Commercial plumbers for Melbourne’s southeast restaurants and cafes
An essential aspect of running a restaurant or cafe is maintaining a working plumbing system. Therefore, hiring a reliable commercial plumber in Melbourne is critical to the success of your business. Installations and plumbing repairs in Bayside Unless you are lucky...
