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Most homes in New South Wales have a tempering valve, and most owners have never thought about it. It does its job quietly for years. People usually find out it exists when the hot water stops, and that’s how we’re often introduced to it at TM Pro Plumbing. Here’s what it does, why it matters, and why a licensed plumber should install it.
4 Nov 2026 · 5 min read
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It is late at night, the house is quiet, and someone turns off a tap or the washing machine finishes its cycle. Suddenly, a loud bang or series of thuds echoes through the walls. Water hammer is more than just an annoying sound that keeps you awake. It is a sign of a physical shockwave moving through your plumbing system that requires professional attention.
28 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
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When you are building a new home or adding an extension, what happens before the concrete truck rolls in is a critical phase of the plumbing installation. This guide covers set-out, drainage falls, checks before cover and the records that help keep a build on track.
28 Oct 2026 · 7 min read
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When your hot water starts to go, three questions come up straight away: what it will cost, how long the new one will last, and what size you need. This guide answers all three, with real price guides from our jobs.
15 Oct 2026 · 6 min read
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How long does a bathroom renovation actually take? Here is how the trade stages, plumbing visits, drying times and layout changes shape your renovation schedule.
15 Oct 2026 · 8 min read
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Thinking about a heat pump hot water system? Here's what the rebates actually cover, what a system costs installed, and how to tell early whether your home suits one.
8 Oct 2026 · 7 min read
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Exposed pipe outdoor shower and bath installations, from a budget off-the-shelf kit to a full premium copper system, with supply costs for each option.
1 Oct 2026 · 3 min read
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A plain-English look at the shower drains we install, how each one works, where it sits in the floor, and how we decide where it goes, with real photos from our jobs.
18 Sep 2026 · 11 min read
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Choosing a new toilet? Here's a plain-English look at the main configurations we install - how each one works, how the water connects, and the flush systems worth knowing about - with real photos from our jobs.
24 Jul 2026 · 7 min read
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