Why the Plumbing “Rough-In” Stage is the Backbone of Your Home Renovation
Why the Plumbing "Rough-In" Stage is the Backbone of Your Home Renovation By Housecare Plumbing Are you planning a home extension, a granny flat, or a major kitchen upgrade in Melbourne? While most homeowners get excited about picking out tiles and luxury gold tapware, there is a critical stage hidden behind the walls that determines […]
Shower Renovation Melbourne | Fix Leaking Shower Base
Shower Renovation Case Study: Fixing a Leaking Shower Base in Melbourne By Housecare Plumbing Old shower base removed to prepare for proper waterproofing and plumbing repairs. New shower base fully waterproofed with correct falls and sealed penetrations before tiling. New shower base installed. New shower screen Custom cabinet area before installation and plumbing fit-off. Custom […]
The Importance of Plumbing in Bathroom Renovations
The Importance of Plumbing in Bathroom Renovations By Housecare Plumbing When planning a bathroom renovation, many homeowners focus on tiles, tapware, and finishes.However, one of the most critical — and often overlooked — elements is plumbing. At Housecare Plumbing, we’ve worked on countless bathroom renovations across Melbourne. From experience, we know that quality plumbing is […]
Fit Out to Fit Off: Full House
Before & After: A Real Plumbing Project by Housecare Plumbing, Melbourne We recently had the pleasure of completing a full house renovation in Melbourne, covering both the kitchen and bathrooms. When we first arrived on site, the old plumbing was outdated, with small leaks and inefficient layouts that would have caused issues in the long […]
My Journey as a Plumber in Australia
My Journey as a Plumber in Australia When I first arrived in Australia, everything was unfamiliar — the language, the culture, even the way people worked. I tried so many different jobs just to survive. I spent days in noisy workshops, and nights in restaurant kitchens, doing whatever I could to keep moving forward. Deep […]
Commercial Kitchen Grease Trap Setup for Restaurants
Commercial kitchen grease trap set up for restaurant Running a restaurant means dealing with a lot of cooking oil and food waste — and that’s where a grease trap comes in.This essential system separates grease and oil from wastewater, preventing blockages and keeping your plumbing clean and compliant with local regulations. At Housecare Plumbing, we […]
Drain Inspection and Pipe Replacement
Drain Inspection and Pipe Replacement After Ground Collapse in Melbourne We recently helped a homeowner in Melbourne who noticed the ground around their backyard staying damp and starting to smell. It turned out to be more than just a surface issue — the underground drain pipe had cracked after the soil collapsed, causing a serious […]
Bathroom Renovation
Bathroom Renovation Plumbing in Melbourne – Why Professional Work Matters At Housecare Plumbing, we recently completed a bathroom renovation in a Melbourne townhouse—installing a new shower system, upgrading old water lines, and repositioning the toilet for better space efficiency. While renovations often focus on tiles and design, the real backbone of a functional bathroom lies […]
Job Highlights: Kitchen Upgrade and New Dishwasher Installation
HCP_Kitchen Upgrade_before HCP_Kitchen Upgrade_after Kitchen Upgrade – New Dishwasher Installation! Another successful general plumbing job done and dusted! Our team helped this lovely homeowner remove an old under-sink cabinet and install a brand new Bosch dishwasher — seamlessly integrated into the kitchen setup. What we did: Carefully removed the built-in cabinet Prepped plumbing and drainage […]
Job Highlights: Bathroom Fit-Off
Bathroom Fit-Off for Fully Functional, Clean Finish – Melbourne Project We recently completed a full bathroom fit-off for a residential client in Melbourne, ensuring all major fixtures were installed securely, tested properly, and finished with care. 📍 Job Type:Bathroom fit-off – residential plumbing 🧰 What We Did:• Connected hot and cold water lines to the […]