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Plumbing tips for Cape Town homes

Plain advice for Cape Town homes on geysers, drains and burst pipes: what you can safely check yourself, and what needs a plumber.

Copper hot and cold fittings on top of a geyser
Geysers

Geyser Not Heating? What to Check Before You Call

Cold water from the hot tap is not always a dead geyser. Three quick checks for Cape Town homes that can save you a wasted morning.

10 Sep 20263 min read
Blocked manhole filled with built-up waste
Drainage

Blocked Drains: Early Signs and Simple Prevention

Slow sinks and gurgling pipes are warnings. How to spot a blocked drain early in your Cape Town home and keep your drains running.

27 Aug 20263 min read
Repaired water pipe joint in the ground
Burst Pipes

Burst Pipe? The First Five Minutes

A burst pipe can flood a Cape Town home quickly. These first steps limit the damage while help is on the way, day or night.

13 Aug 20263 min read
Drain outlet at the foot of a waste pipe
Good to Know

What to Send Your Plumber on WhatsApp

A few photos and the right details help your Cape Town plumber understand the job and arrive with the right parts.

30 Jul 20262 min read