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Sunday, January 29th, 2012
Should the toilet seat be left up or down?
This controversial topic will be discussed over the next few weeks
It’s a question that constantly arises when men and women share the same toilet. For some reason, this seemingly trivial question creates passion normally unseen from all sorts of people. It has been a topic of great debate throughout this country for many years, in fact since the toilet seat was invented.
It’s pretty clear that this old debate and your “position” is divided by gender.
Women complain that it should be the man’s responsibility to lower the toilet seat after use.
Whilst men seem to question why women should be heard all the time. Or in fact why it’s an issue at all
Now my wife, living in a houshold with 4 boys is incredibly patient about this subject. In fact her biggest complaint is about our aim, So, to get the ball rolling on this, I have to share this great image sent to me by Marc Dussault.
Let me know what happens in your house, how the boys and girls deal with this topic of ups and downs!
Tags: Balmain Plumber, Bondi plumber Bondi, Coogee Plumber, Darling Point plumber, Darlinghurst plumber, David Conroy, Double Bay Plumber, emergency plumber, Plumber Paddington, Randwick plumber, toilet, Toilet humour, Urinal, weekend emergency plumber
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Saturday, December 24th, 2011
Saturday 17 December 2011:
4.30 am: Situation: accidently drop Tiffany diamond ring in bath and it rolls down the drain; start looking elsewhere in the bathroom; After an hour? conclusion: yes its down the bath plug drain
6.30 am: Doubly Drastic: start talking to friends who know plumbers; the suggestions seem too risky; with the chance I could lose my ring forever
8.30 am: The Lone Drainer and Pronto: I call The Lone Drainer on: 9664 4990 and leave a somewhat frantic message about the situation:
8.40 am: Return Call from: The Lone Drainer: he has assessed the situation from my message; and has called me back within 10 mins
He has quoted me the price if the Drainoscopy; is needed. He doesn’t need Pronto; but arrives ‘pronto” and it’s a Saturday – one week before Xmas
10.30 am: Enter: The Lone Drainer; he has assessed the situation: and gets to work in a most professional and effective manner
11.00 am: From images on the Drainoscopy he has been able to locate my ring & hook the ring out of the drain. There was a very good chance I would never see my ring again; I was overjoyed with the successful outcome
The Lone Drainer has saved the day & the situation.
I thank him profusely and he thanks me for not turning on any taps or flushing the toilet (better retrieval )
Thank You Lone Drainer you saved my Christmas:
Please have A Very Merry Christmas to All at The Lone Drainer & Pronto
& A Happy, Healthy & Prosperous New Year in 2012 to All.
Best Regards Claire Randwick 17/12/11
Thanks Claire
If you do drop your valuables rings or earrings down the drain, DO NOT try to flush them out.
DONT run any water.
That sounds like a job for The Lone Drainer And Pronto
Hi ho plunger…..away!
Tags: Christmas plumbing emergency, Darling Point plumber, Darlinghurst plumber, David Conroy, drainoscopy, Plumber Randwick, The Lone Drainer And Pronto!, weekend emergency plumber
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Wednesday, November 16th, 2011
Everyone should know how to change a tap washer! Not everyone wants to, but its a handy skill to have. (more…)
Tags: Balmain Plumber, Bondi faucet, Bondi plumber Bondi, change tap washers, Coogee faucet, Coogee Plumber, David Conroy, Double Bay Plumber, emergency plumber, How to, leaking faucet, leaking faucet Bondi, leaking taps, leaking water pipes, Plumbing Services, Surry Hills plumber emergency, The Lone Drainer And Pronto!, The Running Company Bondi, water saving devices, weekend emergency plumber
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Wednesday, November 9th, 2011
I had to share this.
Whilst enjoying the 15th annual Sculptures by the Sea on the world famous Bondi to Bronte walk last weekend, I was thinking about taps and changing tap washers.
Like most things, changing a tap washer is pretty easy, if you know how.
I’ve never thought of taps as a big problem if, like most of our household plumbing they are maintained.
Then I walked around Mackenzies Point and saw this………
Ahhhhh plumbers paradise.
It confirmed what I already know.
That taps are to be treasured and treated with respect, loved and caressed. Because if we don’t, they won’t do as they are designed to, deliver us water when we need it!
Our next post will get you started on how to change your tap washers, and some insight into our upcoming taps tutorial at The Lone Drainer and Pronto World Headquarters.
We will feature WSDs, What? you ask. Yep Water Saving Devices.
Plumbing is very cool isn’t it!
This sculpture by Simon McGrath is The Sydney Water Environmental Sculpture Prize winner for 2011
Tags: Bondi faucet, Bondi plumber Bondi, Bondi taps, Bondi to Bronte walk, change tap washers, Coogee faucet, David Conroy, Double Bay Plumber, leaking faucet, leaking faucet Bondi, leaking taps, running water, sculpture by the sea, tap repairs, tap water, taps tutorial, water saving devices, weekend emergency plumber
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Tuesday, March 29th, 2011
Toilet Paper for a Year Winner
Today at Global Headquarters for The Lone Drainer And Pronto, in Melody Street, Coogee we had an information session, jam packed with Questions and Answers about Taps, Toilets and Tree roots.
Although we weren’t quite turning local plumbing enthusiasts away from our rooms (wait till next time), those who came and participated in Dr Daves Tap Tutorial asked some very meaty questions about how their taps worked and how to fix them. They learned where to turn off their water main supply, their water heaters and gas supply meters.
We had a demonstration of a drainoscopy or how we use our drain camera to see what is going on in their sewer pipes and drains and how tree roots can damage even new PVC pipelines and we discussed the dangers of using flexible water connections, water hammer and the many ways it can present itself along with the operation of gas stoves and appliances.
Chris and I really enjoyed doing this presentation for you and hope you may tell your friends what you learned and tell them about our next presentation on the First Tuesday in May. Tuesday May 3rd 2011.
Now, The news that everyone wants to hear is, who Won A Years Supply of Toilet Paper?
Well, after putting your all names into my hat, I am happy to announce Gary is our winner.
CONGRATULATIONS GARY!
Think of us when as you enjoy your prize.
Please call our office on 02 9664 4990 to arrange a time drop in to our Headquarters and collect the first instalment of your prize. We can deliver the rest if it suits you!
We also gave 2 other very constructive participants a copy of “Whats My Pee Telling Me”
P.S. On the subject of toilets and toileting check out this and other interesting blog posts on our website http://thelonedrainerandpronto.com.au/blog/bidets/
Tags: Blocked drain symptoms, blocked toilet, Drain Camera, emergency plumber, Hot Water Heater, leaking water pipes, Plumber Paddington, Rattlesnake high pressure water drain cleaner, Sydney plumbing
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Saturday, October 16th, 2010
With 3 growing boys living at home, they eat like there is no tomorrow and playing rugby, cricket and doing patrols at Coogee Surf Club, we have plenty of washing and dishes to wash up every day.
So much so, that both appliances broke down at the same time.
Yes it happens to plumbers as well!
So we had our brightest plumbing apprentice just instal a new diswasher and washing machine and it made me aware of the importance of these water appliances and how we should maintain them.
1. Their hoses are rubber, with hot water they perish and may rupture so check them regularly
2. Many people turn these control valves or taps off at the end of every wash. In our house that would be impossible
3. Turn taps off when going on holidays. Don’t forget to turn them back on
Just recently, our emergency plumbers rescued a young mother who had been to Adelaide for three weeks. The hose feeding her washing machine ruptured causing many dollars worth of damage. Her washing machine shorted out electrically (needs a new machine), the laundry /bathroom was covered in mould from the steam (needs repainting), assorted bits and pieces damaged, carpets in the hallway waterlogged, and the parquet flooring at the end of the hallway had buckled and will need major repairs, then re-sanding and staining. Not to mention the aggravation of removing all furniture and of course the young children from the home for several days whilst these procedures are carried out. The fumes from the floor staining will be intoxicating
Tags: Apprentice Plumbers, emergency plumber, Plumbing Industry, Plumbing Services Sydney, Randwick plumber, The Lone Drainer And Pronto!, Water damage
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Saturday, October 9th, 2010
Can Your Dog and the Tradies Play Nice?
Renovations and refurbishing is a hectic and stressful time for anyone involved, but what about the family pooch. Are you having concerns with your dog getting under feet, barking at the strange men in his house or stealing tools?
This is a common problem. Just like us, your dog can get very stressed about having work done in his home. Any behaviour associated with this stress can be a safety risk for not only your dog but also the tradies. As far as your dog is concerned, the tradies are strangers who have come into their home and have started changing things! In addition to this stress there is also the risk of your dog escaping from the yard, the loud noises of building can also cause significant fear and stress, not to mention the potential for injury, or being exposed to toxins. Unlike the tradesman, there are no protective masks or clothing for your dog.
The best and safest way to deal with this tense situation is to relocate your Dog while any work is being done. If it’s a day to day thing then a Doggy Daycare may be just what you need! You can drop off your pooch in the morning before work and easily collect him or her at the end of day, your dog will be exhausted and happy after a day of walks, play and socialisation.
The best way to get your pooch into daycare is to make contact, check their specific requirements and availability. It is the norm for your daycare to ask for a copy of your dog’s current vaccination certificate, your contact details and the details of your vet. Your dog should be desexed (assuming they are old enough) and they should be friendly and socialise well with other dogs, a responsibly daycare will also provide stringent supervision on those first few days to make sure everyone is getting along. Then you can rest easy that your dog is playing and having a great time at daycare instead of stressing out and getting underfoot of your tradesmen!
This Information was supplied by the Friendly Team at Paddington Pups, Doggy Day Care Centre, Dog Grooming and Dog Supplies Brisbane.
Tags: Double Bay Plumber, Paddington Pups, Plumber Paddington, Plumbers and pets, Randwick plumber, Woollahra plumber
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Tuesday, June 15th, 2010
Our Venetian correspondent is at it again. As you have seen in previous posts Holy S – - T ! A Gondoliers impression and The latest sewer notes and history of Venice
Gio the Venetian Gondolier knows how much our readers love to see how waste water and sewer is moved around Venice.
Hey mate!
I’m so proud to be on the site that I decided to send you more stuff about Venice,
Here is first of all a picture of my lane ” calle del Caffettier” ( the coffee maker lane) while a draining is on the go.
As you see on the first pic our local plumber has the drain hose on the left side of the lane with all the pipe going over the bridge.
Venice pumping waste
Then you see how the pipe goes to the canal where the drain boat is waiting with the plumbers mate.
Venetian drain boat collecting waste
Then a picture of our proud fire patrol just after the draining of a boat that sunk because the owner did not drain the rain out…. shame!
Venice fire team to the rescue
That is all my friend.
See the statue of our Lady on the top of the wall near my house? Isn’t it a corner of paradise?
A special piece of Venice
Yes it is Gio. Thanks for sharing it with us!
Tags: plumber services, The Lone Drainer And Pronto!, Venice plumbing
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Wednesday, May 26th, 2010
Mozarts neighbours get the drains cleared
More S – - T from Venice.
The best part about this blog is sharing with so many people and getting your insights into my topic S – - T.
Our knowledge of the sewers of the world grows.
Basically, we all use our toilets regularly and if you are not, then seek medical advice. Now I’m not going to get into anything unsavoury in this post, but I have a few toilet jokes and stories lined up for you in the future.
So stay regular!
Our regular readers would have read about the world famous Venetian Gondolier my friend Giovanni Giudice in earlier blog posts like Holy S – - T. A Gondoliers impression.
Here in Australia, as we drift into the cooler months it’s spring in Venice and Gio has been keeping me up to date with some interesting facts about the sewer movements and the history of his home town.
Here is an excerpt from a recent communiqué:
Mozart slept here!
Yesterday I took these pics of drain boats in the first one you can see how they get the pipes to the house. This house is just in front of the house where Mozart, Wolfang Amadeus Mozart, stayed when he came to Venice in the Carnival of 1771. This is written on the marble white stuff you see. Probably there is still some Mozart S – -T!!
This pic is of another Drain boat in front of San Marco Square. As you see from the last picture I have taken all these pics from my gondola. You can see I’m under the bridge and you see the back (stern) of my lady, my gondola.
take care my friend
Giovanni
Drain boat at St Marco square
If you are travelling to Venice and need a guide, look for Giovanni, he is the best!
Tags: Blocked sewer pipes, Drain blockage, The Lone Drainer And Pronto!
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Monday, January 11th, 2010
Welcome to 2010.
Over the Christmas and New Year period we have been called to rescue people with all sorts of plumbing emergencies!
Burst water pipes, blocked sewer drains, leaking taps and toilets are commonplace, but, here at the height of summer calls for help for running hot water is at an all time high!
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Tags: Blocked sewer pipes, emergency plumber, Hot Water Heater, The Lone Drainer And Pronto!
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