WEST AUCKLAND PLUMBER – Plumber, Plumbing Services, Drainage Services
Your home is made up of a complex, interconnected system of pipes, drains and appliances that use and discharge water.
Think about the rooms in your house, and you’ll realise how much you rely on properly running plumbing and drainage. In your kitchen you have a multitude of appliances that rely on water – sink, waste disposal, dishwasher, plumbed in filtered water. In the laundry you have a washing machine and sink. In the bathrooms you may have a bathtub, shower, toilet, bidet, sink. Outside the house you may have an irrigation system or spa/hot tub, along with stormwater pipes, spouting, and perhaps a rainwater tank.
That’s a lot of plumbing and drainage systems that may need servicing or repairs.
But who do you call when something needs attention? What’s the difference between plumbing and drainage?
The simplest way to differentiate between plumbing and drainage is to think of it this way:
Plumbing = fresh water coming into the home.
Drainage = wastewater leaving the home.
If you need another way to remember it, tell yourself, water gets plumbed into the home, and water drains away from the home. When you turn on a tap or shower and fresh water comes into the house – that’s plumbing. When you pull the stopper out of a sink or flush the toilet – that’s drainage.
Some common plumbing problems:
- leaky tap, dripping faucet
- leaky pipes
- hammering pipes
- poor water pressure
- no hot water
- faulty water heater
- no water at all
- toilet overflowing, clogged toilet
- toilet that won’t stop running
- water damage on floors, walls or ceilings (a possible sign of a broken or damaged pipe)
Some common drainage problems:
- blocked drain, clogged pipes
- slow draining sink or basin
- blocked toilet or toilet that won’t drain
- clogged shower or shower that won’t drain
- bathtub that won’t drain
- washing machine that won’t drain
- septic tank leak or damage
- sewage line leak or damage
- tree roots blocking pipes
Can a plumbing company fix both plumbing and drainage problems?
Not all can, but the experienced team at Laser Plumbing Te Atatu can. Our crews are plumbers and drainage experts with a wide range of expertise in fixing plumbing and drainage problems. They have the skills and knowledge to work on pipes inside and under your home, as well as the sewage system around your property.
At Laser Plumbing Te Atatu, we also have trained and certified gas fitters so we can help with a full range of water heating services as well as hot water cylinder repairs and replacements.
Why it’s important for you to know the difference between plumbing and draining
We don’t expect you to diagnose the problems, but it certainly does help if you have some understanding of the difference between plumbing and drainage. When you call us, we’ll ask you what sort of problem you’re seeing or hearing. If you can distinguish between the water coming into your home and the water draining away, it may make it easier to explain what problem you’re experiencing.
Understanding that the plumbing and drainage systems around your home are actually quite complex might also give you a better appreciation of how important it is to look after your plumbing system with regular plumbing maintenance. Preventative maintenance will likely save you money in the long run.
If you have any questions at all, we’re always more than happy to help. At Laser Plumbing Te Atatu we want all the plumbing and drainage systems in and around your home to work smoothly. But if you ever need us at short notice, we have an emergency team of plumbers available 24/7 – just give us a call on 0800 437 021.
THE SUMICH DIFFERENCE
There are a number of plumbing and drainage companies in Auckland, so why choose Sumich?
Founded by owner-operator Chris Sumich in 1991, Laser Plumbing Te Atatu has one of the most experienced teams operating in Auckland. Our team has a combined experience of over 100 years and we’ve seen a comprehensive range of scenarios and solutions over the years. Clients trust us to give honest, transparent advice and service.
As registered members of the New Zealand Plumbers, Drainlayers & Gasfitters Association, we are professional, licensed Auckland plumbers for all of your plumbing, drain laying, gas fitting and heating needs. Give us a call to see how we can help.