“Do your best, silicone the rest”. A common catchphrase in our industry. If only that was the case with all roof leaks. One of the most important things we try to educate our clients about roof leaks is that they are rarely straightforward. Water does not...
The decorations might not be up yet (or are they?....), but November is the time to get your properties holiday ready. Every year, as December rolls in, plumbers across Victoria are inundated with “just before Christmas” requests; dripping taps, roof leaks, blocked drains, no...
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...
Most people don’t think about preventative maintenance plumbing until something goes wrong, and it often happens at the worst possible time. A blocked toilet on Christmas Day, a leaking roof on book week parade morning, or no hot water on a freezing winter’s day....
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...
Accessible Bathroom Modifications for Seniors As we get older, our home needs to evolve—and the bathroom is one of the most important spaces to adapt. At McCarthy Plumbing Group, we specialise in Retirement Bathroom Renovations in Melbourne, designing stylish, functional, and safe spaces tailored to...
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...
At McCarthy Plumbing Group, we understand how stressful it can be to discover you may have a water leak. Whether it’s a ticking water meter, unexplained high water bills, damp patches, or reduced water pressure, leaks can cause damage quickly if left unresolved. But here’s...
We had a client call us up last week asking for instructions on how to read her water meter to check if she had a leak, which had us thinking how many people actually know how to read their water meter correctly? Your water meter...
As the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) continues to make essential services accessible for people with disabilities, plumbing modifications play a crucial role in enhancing the comfort and safety of participants' homes. If you’re searching for an NDIS plumber in Melbourne, you likely have...
2025 Plumbing Trends In our 11 years of owning a plumbing business in Wyndham, I have seen some of the most luxurious fixtures and fittings that I didn’t ever need but now really, absolutely want in my life. Our plumbing work on high-end boutique builds...
Picture this; you’ve just finished watching Duchess Meghan’s new Netflix Christmas special, the ham’s just been carved, roast potatoes are out of the oven (those yummy, crispy, half-smashed Jamie Oliver kind) and the trifle is in the fridge patiently awaiting its big reveal (because, let’s face...
Reliable Plumbers for Melbourne Public and Private Schools At McCarthy Plumbing Group, we understand that schools require reliable and responsive plumbing services to keep their facilities running smoothly. From classrooms to staff areas, student amenities, and commercial kitchens, our team provides expert school plumbing service...
Gas Safety Checks Melbourne Since the Victorian Residential Tenancies Regulations came into effect in 2021, all rental providers in Victoria must conduct regular gas safety checks in Melbourne to ensure the safety of their tenants. Whether you’re a rental provider, homeowner, property manager, or real...
We had a client call us up last week asking for instructions on how to read her water meter to check if she had a leak, which had us thinking how many people actually know how to read their water meter correctly? Your water meter...
If you've spotted water dripping from your solar hot water system or seen a suspicious leak around the pipes leading to your solar panels, you're not alone. During the colder months in Melbourne we get many calls from homeowners asking, ‘Why is my solar...
Which is better, a fixed priced plumber or hourly rate plumber in Point Cook? We believe that hourly rate plumbing is the better option for customers, for several reasons we’ll be discussing below. Firstly, hourly rate plumbing allows for greater transparency and accountability. With hourly rate...
Australian Eyewash stations and Safety Showers Requirements The Wyndham, Brimbank and Hobsons Bay municipalities are home a plethora of factories, tertiary education campuses and laboratories, many of which involve manufacturing (or training/learning) with harmful substances. Each of these workplaces must comply with WorkSafe regulations...
Your Trusted Point Cook Plumber – McCarthy Plumbing Group For over 12 years, McCarthy Plumbing Group has been serving the Point Cook community with premium plumbing services. As a family-owned business, we pride ourselves on our local knowledge and commitment to the residents and businesses...
Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Plumbers Melbourne When it comes to industrial plumbing needs in Melbourne, McCarthy Plumbing Group is the go-to solution. With years of experience and a dedicated team of professionals, they have earned a reputation as a reliable and experienced industrial plumber. McCarthy...
Backflow Prevention Plumbers Melbourne When it comes to maintaining a safe and clean water supply, backflow prevention is of utmost importance. Backflow occurs when water flows in the opposite direction, causing contaminants to enter the water system. To prevent this, the installation of RPZ (Reduced...
Clean Water vs Pure Water Last week, Melbourne was crowned Australia’s best city for tap water. The title was judged by the Water Industry Operators Australia and the prize is based on colour, clarity, odour and taste. By all reports, it tasted delicious! But just...
Flushed Away...The Flushable Wipes Conspiracy No-one would really argue that we now live in a throwaway society, where convenience items rule our purchase list. Think disposable nappies rather than terry towelling cloths, coffee pods over instant coffee, or yoghurt pouches instead of needing a bowl...
What is a pre-purchase plumbing inspection report? It’s 2024, interest rates have risen rapidly over the past 12 months yet buyers are still in the market, looking to secure a property of their own. When purchasing a home for your family, a building inspection is...
Environmentally Friendly Alternatives to Drano It’s mid-2025, and after surviving the pandemic, then the post-pandemic we are now deep into the don’t-call-it-a-recession economic crisis, or as we like to say in Melbourne, cozzie livs. We are all tightening our purse strings, changing internet providers and using...
