DIY Plumbing - is it worth the risk?
DIY plumbing is innately problematic. While you might save a little bit of money in the short term, you run the risk of making a small issue a large one.
Legally, most plumbing work must be carried out by a licenced Plumber. This applies to work on your home, rental property, business, caravan or boat.
What are the risks of DIY plumbing?
Performing gas and plumbing work without an appropriate license is often not only illegal, but you may also risk the safety of yourself and others, including serious injury or death.
Contracting a licensed plumber ensures that the correct equipment, training and knowledge are applied to do the work safely and in accordance with appropriate regulations.
The benefits of using a Licensed Plumber
Let’s be honest – one of the main reasons homeowners choose to do DIY plumbing is to save money. Although saving money is an attractive prospect in the first instance, the risks and dangers of performing plumbing work yourself may cost you much more in the long run.
Problem diagnosis
Using a licensed plumber to perform work will ensure your problem is diagnosed correctly. Utilising their experience and knowledge to properly diagnose the issue will save you time, money and inconvenience.
No DIY disasters
The last thing you need when you have a plumbing problem, is a plumbing emergency. A major issue with DIY plumbing is that you run the risk of a small issue turning into a major one.
Just one small mistake can lead to a major disaster, either immediately, or further down the track. Using a licenced plumber will take the stress and worry out of the problem.
Correct materials
When it comes to plumbing, there are a wide variety of pipes, connections and valves that are used for different work. Using the wrong materials for a DIY project can lead to leaks, corrosion, clogs and even burst pipes. Using a licensed plumber will remove the risk of using the incorrect materials, which otherwise could cause a major headache down the track.
Using a Master Plumbers SA Member
Many Plumbers choose to become a Member of an industry association, which communicates to customers their commitment to industry standards. Members of Master Plumbers SA adhere to our code of ethics, are kept up to date with industry standards and regulatory and legislative changes, and must be qualified plumbers.
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