Why McCarthy Plumbing Group Values Being Master Plumbers Members
We’re incredibly proud to share that McCarthy Plumbing Group was featured, and on the cover!, of the latest edition of Australian Plumbing magazine, published by Master Plumbers.
The article, “Know how to find stability”, highlights how being part of a professional network like Master Plumbers provides far more than a badge of credibility – it delivers real savings, expert advice, and a powerful community of peers who truly understand what it’s like to run a plumbing business in 2025.
Navigating an Unpredictable Market
Like many Victorian plumbing businesses, we’ve been navigating a challenging market over the past 12 months, one that’s been unlike anything we’ve seen since COVID.
Between high interest rates, surging material costs, and a hesitant domestic and real estate sector, it’s been a stop-start year where consumer spending and work approvals are harder to secure. Discretionary jobs like bathroom renovations have slowed, and real estate agencies are approving only the bare minimum of maintenance work.
In this climate, being connected to others who are facing the same challenges has been invaluable.
“It’s about having people around you that are going through the same situation. You can compare like for like what you’re finding and know you’re not alone.” – McCarthy Plumbing Group Director David McCarthy.
Why Membership Matters
Our feature in Australian Plumbing explores the many ways Master Plumbers membership supports businesses like ours:
- Community & Camaraderie: We get to connect with business owners who are in the same boat, share experiences, and remind ourselves that we’re doing everything we can to keep moving forward.
- Financial Benefits: Membership offers tangible savings – from discounted Toyota vehicles to fuel and software discounts, legal support, and free access to 12 Australian Plumbing Standards (worth $2,500).
- Safety & Compliance: Ready-made SWMS, compliance templates, and OHS support save time and keep our team safe.
- Advocacy & Industry Voice: Master Plumbers represents us to regulators and government, ensuring that what’s happening on the ground is heard at the decision-making level.
- Professional Growth: From discounted training to CPD programs, membership keeps us (and our team) upskilled and future-ready.
As David shared in the article, the greatest value comes from a combination of savings, professional support, and community connection, a combination that helps us grow stronger, even in tough times.
A Decade of Membership and Counting
After more than ten years as a proud member (and with David now serving on the Master Plumbers Board), we know firsthand that the more you put into your membership, the more you get out of it. Attending events, using the member resources, and leaning on the community have helped us develop, grow, and feel supported as business owners.
“It’s all about camaraderie within the industry and trying to lift everyone up.” – David McCarthy.
You can read our full feature in Australian Plumbing magazine here:
Read the article – Membership Matters in Hard Times (pages 12 & 14).
