Most plumbers keep a few things to themselves.
Not because they’re dodgy. Not because they’re trying to rip you off.
Just… because they don’t want to open that can of worms.
Some things are easier left unsaid.
But not for us.
We like to think the more you know about your plumbing, the better we can work with you — not just for you.
So today, we’re going to share four little-known truths about plumbing that most tradies would rather leave off
the invoice.
They’re not shady. They’re not scary.
But they might just save you a headache down the track — and make your next plumbing hire a whole lot
smoother .
Ready to peek behind the curtain?
Let’s go.
1. We Can Usually Tell If It’s a DIY Job (And Yes, We’ve Seen Worse)
There’s a special kind of silence that happens when we open a cupboard under the sink and see a spaghetti
maze of garden hose fittings, two rolls of duct tape, and a flexi-hose that’s been bent like a pretzel.
It’s not judgement. Just… recognition.
The truth is, we can almost always spot when a job’s been DIY’d — especially if it’s been patched together with
whatever was lying around in the shed.
We get it. Plumbing call-outs can feel like a big deal, and a lot of folks try to sort out the “small stuff”
themselves.
But here’s the catch: the small stuff often isn’t small.A “tiny” leak under the sink today can quietly soak through your cabinetry and floorboards by the end of the
month.
That loose fitting on your outdoor tap might be slowly draining water 24/7, adding mystery dollars to your bill.
So if you’ve done a bit of creative plumbing in the past — don’t stress. Just tell us.
We’ve probably seen weirder . And the sooner we know, the faster we can fix it properly.
2. Cheap Fixtures Can Cost You More in the Long Run
We’ll never knock someone for grabbing a good deal.
But when it comes to taps, shower heads, toilets, or anything else that moves water — the cheaper options
often come with hidden costs.
Low-quality parts might look shiny on the shelf, but they’re usually made with thinner materials, flimsy seals, or
plastic components that wear down fast.
Give them a year or two (sometimes less), and you’re back to square one — replacing washers, resealing joints,
or replacing the whole thing altogether .
Worse, if they fail behind the wall or under the floor , they can cause water damage before you even notice
anything’s wrong.
The good news is, you don’t always have to splurge on top-shelf luxury gear . We’re more than happy to
recommend solid, middle-of-the-road brands that are built to last and don’t break the bank.
You’ll thank yourself later , and so will your future self when you’re not calling us again six months down the line.
3. A Lot of Plumbing Issues Start With Something Small Being Ignored
It’s funny — some of the biggest jobs we’ve done didn’t start with burst pipes or catastrophic leaks.
They started with something small.
A loose tap. A slow drain. A soft spot in the wall that “felt a bit weird.
”
But they got put off. Life got busy. The signs got brushed off as minor quirks. And by the time we got called in…
well, the damage had already been done.
Here’s the thing: most plumbing issues don’t go from zero to disaster overnight. They build slowly, quietly, drip
by drip, over time.
Catching them early, even if it feels like a “nothing issue”
, can save you time, stress, and a whole lot of mess.So if something feels off, trust your gut. A quick check-up now is way better than a full wall tear-out later .
4. We Actually Want You to Ask Questions
Some people are nervous about asking questions during a job because they don’t want to seem annoying or
slow things down.
But from our side? A customer who asks smart questions is a dream.
We’d rather walk you through what we’re doing and why, explain the issue in plain English, show you the parts
we’re replacing, and give you honest advice about what can wait and what needs attention now.
It’s your home, after all. You deserve to know what’s going on with it.
The best plumbing jobs happen when the homeowner feels like they’re part of the process — not just left
wondering what’s happening behind the scenes.
So go ahead. Ask away. We’re not just here to fix pipes, we’re here to make sure you feel confident and looked
after every step of the way.
Final Thoughts
Finding a plumber in Logan who’s honest, reliable, and easy to work with shouldn’t feel like winning the lottery.
At Do Some Plumbing, we take pride in doing things differently. That means turning up on time. Explaining
things in plain English. Giving you real answers, not just patch-up jobs.
And most of all, making sure your plumbing problem is actually fixed, not just covered up.
Whether you need leak detection, help with a blocked drain, or just want an expert set of eyes on something
that doesn’t feel quite right, we’re the licensed Logan plumbers who tell it like it is.
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