Off-Peak Hot Water: The Smart Choice for Australian Homeowners

As an Australian homeowner, you know that hot water is a daily essential – but heating it can eat a big chunk out of your energy bill. That’s where off-peak hot water systems, including electric hot water systems, come in. By heating water during low-demand...

Improving Low Water Pressure in Your Home

There’s nothing more frustrating than a shower that’s more of a drizzle than a relaxing stream of water. For many Canberra homeowners, low water pressure is a common and persistent annoyance.  But does it have to be?  At Woden Valley Plumbing & Gasfitting, we...

How to Unblock a Toilet: The Easy Way

Few plumbing problems inspire as much panic as a badly clogged toilet. With water threatening to overflow and a bowl that just won’t flush properly, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But fear not – most blockages can actually be cleared without calling an expensive...

Drain Flies: Everything Australian Homeowners Need to Know

If you’ve noticed small, moth-like insects fluttering around your drains, you may be dealing with drain flies. These pesky critters, also known as filter flies, sink flies, sewer flies, or moth flies, can be a nuisance in Australian homes.  In this article, we’ll...

Plumbing Eel: A Homeowner’s Guide to Unclogging Drains

Blocked drains are a common issue for Australian homeowners. Whether it’s a slow-draining sink or a completely blocked sewer pipe, these problems can be a real hassle.  Professional plumbers often rely on tools like the plumbing eel (also known as an electric eel or...

Fix A Leaky Faucet with Common Household Tools

Have you spotted a persistent puddle beneath your bathroom sink, gradually leaving an unsightly stain on your wooden floors, or is the persistent drip-drip of your kitchen faucets keeping you awake? If you nodded ‘yes’ to either question, then you’ve encountered the...