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Blocked Drains
Blocked Drain – Can you fix it? If you have ever experienced a blocked drain, you know how frustrating and inconvenient it can be. Read this to make sure you don’t get mislead by a company that may entice you by advertising a cheap starting rate when they’ll know what the cause is. For example,…
Read MoreResidential & Commercial Drain Laying
Residential and commercial drain laying is an important aspect of construction and maintenance in New Zealand. The proper installation and maintenance of drainage systems is crucial for ensuring the health and safety of residents and commercial building occupants, as well as protecting the environment. Residential Drain Laying Residential drain laying involves the installation of drainage…
Read MoreSigns Your Hot Water Cylinder is Leaking
Is your hot water heater leaking? Before you panic, water pooling around your heater doesn’t always indicate a leak. Of course, if you have water spraying out and flooding your house that’s a different story altogether and you should call us ASAP 0800 255 758 . It’s most important to remember that water and electricity…
Read MoreTips to Avoid Holiday Plumbing Emergencies
It’s that tinsel and holly time of year when most of us are off to visit friends and relatives to celebrate Christmas. After a hard year of COVID-19 restrictions, many are just sick of being cooped up in the city, their house, or their apartment. Most of them are itching to pack camping gears into their…
Read MoreWhat to Do When Installing a New Toilet
What do I need to know when installing a toilet? Your plumbing system has specific requirements for installation It’s worth paying more for better quality International brands will make maintenance difficult You’ll need to check your warranty What to do when changing your loo One day your toilet will flush for…
Read MoreAuckland’s Water Shortage – Tips on Conserving Water
Water Shortage – Saving water at all costs. Despite what seems to be weeks of rain, it’s not enough. Auckland has a water shortage. Auckland dam levels are low. The smaller dams in the Waitakere ranges are now full or almost full while the dams which provide the lion’s share of water to Auckland, those…
Read MoreHot Water Solutions For Your Home
What type of hot water cylinder do I need? As a rule of thumb, these types of hot water cylinders work best for these households: Small household (1-2 people): Continuous flow gas or electric, or small gas storage Medium household (3-4): Gas systems, either continuous flow or storage, or a heat pump. Large household (5+): …
Read MoreAllGo Plumbing Services During COVID-19 Alert Level 3
Auckland moved to Alert Level 3 at 11:59 pm on Tuesday 21st September. This means that from Wednesday 22nd September AllGo Plumbing and Drainage will resume all our normal plumbing services during alert level 3. • Drain Unblocking • Emergency Plumbing • Commercial Plumbing• Spouting & Guttering• Drainage• CCTV Drain Inspection • Hot Water Installation…
Read MoreWhy You Need an Ongoing Plumbing Maintenance Plan
Whether you’re running a large warehouse, managing a company with 20+ staff or simply in charge of the bathroom facilities at your workplace, there is one thing you’ll need: ongoing plumbing maintenance. 3 reasons why you need a plumbing maintenance plan 1. Proactive vs reactive Having to find a plumber every time you have a…
Read MoreHow Can I Avoid Blocked Drains?
Avoid putting meal scraps down your drain Steer clear of putting flushable wipes in the toilet Don’t pour oil into the kitchen sink Keep external drains clean Dealing with drainage Hopefully, you’ve done something about it before water starts rising back up. But if not, you can rest easy and trust us to help you…
Read MoreReplacing An Old Hot Water Cylinder
WHEN DO I NEED TO REPLACE MY HOT WATER CYLINDER? Hot water cylinders work quietly in the background, allowing us to do everything from washing the dishes to taking a shower. We often don’t even think about what kind of hot water system we have until they stop working like they should. You’ll want to…
Read MoreWhat Size Hot Water Cylinder Do I Need?
WHICH HOT WATER CYLINDER SIZE IS BEST FOR ME? There are three main sizes of hot water cylinders: 180ltr, 250ltr, 300ltr. Picking the right hot water cylinder depends on how many people live in the house. Here’s an easy hot water cylinder size guide: 180ltr: 2-3 people household 250ltr: 2-5 people household 300ltr: 3-5 people…
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