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As your local licensed plumber, we’re always looking out for your safety, water quality and long-term peace of mind. There’s a big change in plumbing standards here in Australia that just came into play on the 1st May 2026 and we want to make...
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...
There is no such thing as a $0 callout fee plumber. It’s a marketing gimmick and I’ll happily die on this hill! We’ve all seen the ads, they usually sit at the very top of a google search results page; $0 callout fee $50 off your...
March 11 is World Plumbing Day, a time to appreciate an industry that often works behind the scenes but is essential to our daily lives. Without plumbing, we wouldn’t have clean drinking water, safe gas connections, or reliable hot showers—and let’s be honest, life...
As the owners of a plumbing and gasfitting business, we've spent years helping homeowners make informed decisions about their energy options. Earlier this year, Dave and I had the privilege of completing a study tour of the UK, funded by the Wylie Trust Scholarship....
As proud members of the Master Plumbers Association, we are excited to announce that we’ve been approved as a trade panel partner for the Gas Priority Services Program, launching in Victoria on Thursday, 19th September 2024. This initiative, in collaboration with the Australian Gas...
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In June 2024, we undertook a comprehensive tour of the United Kingdom, funded by a $15,000 bursary from the Master Plumbers and Mechanical Services Association of Australia’s The W.H. Wylie Trust. Our primary objectives were to deepen our understanding of modern plumbing practices,...
Continuing Professional Development for Plumbers The Victorian plumbing industry is in the midst of a big change. We, as plumbers and plumbing professionals, have a choice to make; decide to stick with the current CPD model (Continuing Plumbing Demise) or embrace the new model of...
It’s been two months since Dan Andrews and his Government announced, without consultation with the Master Plumbers Association I might add, that Victoria is taking immediate steps toward a sustainable future with the Victoria 2024 Gas Ban. His ambitious plan aims to transition away...
Investing in a heat pump hot water system is a smart move for any homeowner looking to enhance energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. However, the benefits of these systems can only be fully realised with proper and consistent maintenance. At McCarthy Plumbing Group,...
At McCarthy Plumbing Group, we understand that investing in a heat pump hot water system is a significant decision for your home. Our commitment goes beyond just providing premium products; we focus on ensuring that every step of your experience with us is tailored...
Navigating Installation Challenges for Heat Pump Hot Water Systems in Victoria As Victoria continues to transition towards a more sustainable energy future, the installation of heat pump hot water systems has become increasingly popular. These systems offer significant energy savings and environmental benefits, but their...
The Importance of Heat Pump Hot Water System Efficiency: Maximising Savings and Sustainability As Victoria moves towards its ambitious goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 28 to 33% by 2025, as part of the gas substitution roadmap, the adoption of energy-efficient technologies is more...
We have been recruiting for Melbourne plumbers since just before Christmas to join our growing team, which involves the usual fun and games of the recruitment process (luckily, we found some great guys we think will fit our team well). Our process involves the...
‘Any reason for a celebration, right?’. That was the comment the baker made when I ordered some cupcakes for our Point Cook plumbing team for World Plumbing Day. I smiled and carried the cute (and delicious) treats out to the car, careful not to squish...
We’re currently experiencing covid lockdown number six here in West Melbourne. Six! And as frustrated and fatigued as we are with them, many of us expect this won’t be the last before Christmas either. Lockdowns are utterly heartbreaking for everyone and are particularly stressful for...
