Emergency Plumber Service in Mount Cotton
On a tank-water property, an emergency isn’t always a burst pipe. Ring 0418 871 269 at any hour, including weekends.
Bushfire season and your rainwater tank
Redland City Council’s disaster planning notes that a bushfire around Mount Cotton is likely to affect power, water, wastewater and telecommunications infrastructure as well as homes.
For homes that drink roof-harvested rainwater, Queensland Health’s advice is to disconnect the pipes from the roof to the tank as soon as a bushfire threat appears. That keeps ash, debris and fire retardant out of the tank, and doing it early means it won’t slow you down if you have to leave.
The time to prepare is before the season: Queensland Health suggests a set-up where the roof-to-tank pipes can be disconnected quickly and easily. We offer full rainwater tank services, from choosing a tank to installing it.
How We Can Help You
Hot Water Repairs and Installations
We’re your local hot water specialists offering repair and replacement of hot water units. Allow us to give you a quote to help you get back up and running as soon as possible.
Water-Saving Devices
Looking to save money on your utilities each month? Let us provide you with a range of water-saving devices that will help you use less water each day and help lower your bills.
Pre-Purchase Inspections
Are you about to purchase a property? Hold off until you can have one of our professionals conduct an inspection of the plumbing system to ensure that it’s in good condition. We use a CCTV camera to ensure storm water and sewers are intact during the inspection.
Property Maintenance
Jim Monger Plumbing and Gas can provide you with maintenance services for any rental properties that you own and make sure everything is working and running smoothly.
Fixture Installations
We install everything to do with plumbing, including vanity cabinets, toilets, dishwashers, fridges, water filters and much more. Call us for your appliance installation today.
Leaky Plumbing Fixtures
Our staff specialises in leak repair on any kind of leak. Whether it be a leaky pipe to a toilet or a tap not turning off, you’ve come to the right place for your repair services.
Hot Water and Cold Water Supply
Looking for a new water main? No problem. We have the right machines and tools to re-run any water pipes. Replacing a broken section of your water main or installing a new one? We can handle it.
Rainwater Tank Services
Wishing you could save that rainwater? Our rainwater tanks allow you to fill your toilets, washing machines and more. We offer full rainwater tank services from colour selection to installation.
Septic System Services
Is the old system not working properly? The trenches look wet. No problem. Our team specialises in septic tanks and trenches and getting them back to working order through pumping, extending and renewal.
Drainage
We can assist you in removing excess water from run-off of neighbouring properties or low-lying areas. Jim Monger Plumbing and Gas can specifically design a system perfect for your property, whether it be seepage trenches, pump out lines, or trafficable pits. We are your one-stop shop.
Blocked Drains
A jet rodder or electric eel is used to clean out the blocked drain. Once cleaned, we insert our CCTV camera down the pipe to locate the blockage. With our latest equipment we can clear, locate and inspect your sewer or storm water drains, and whether the job calls for the jet rodder or the electric eel, we can unblock it.
Water Filter Services
Looking for a water filter for your home? You have come to the right place. We install water filters and can also change your existing cartridges. Call us today to find out how we can help.
After the fire: getting safe water back
If the tank wasn’t disconnected and it has rained since the fire, Queensland Health says ash and other contaminants have probably reached the tank. In most cases it will need draining, cleaning and refilling with water known to be safe to drink. The drained water can still go on the garden.
Before reconnecting the tank, the roof and gutters need a thorough clean with safe water (no pressure washer on an asbestos roof), and any first-flush device should be emptied and checked.
A tank damaged by the fire will likely need draining and repair or replacement. We install replacement rainwater tanks, and diagnose tank and pump faults so water gets back to the house.
Jim Monger Plumbing and Gas is licensed for plumbing (QBCC 15504687) and gas fitting (L90908), and is based at 3 Jordan Dr, Victoria Point.
Frequently asked questions
Can’t see your question? Call us and we’ll talk it through.
Call 0418 871 269Should I disconnect my tank as soon as I see smoke?
Queensland Health advises disconnecting the roof-to-tank pipes as soon as the threat of a bushfire is apparent. That stops windblown ash and debris getting in, and means you’re not doing it in a rush if you have to evacuate.
It rained before I disconnected the tank. Is the water safe?
Probably not for drinking. Queensland Health says ash and contaminants have likely flowed in, and the tank will usually need draining, cleaning and refilling with safe water. For health advice, the Metro South public health unit is on (07) 3176 4000.
Can you help get my tank set up before bushfire season?
Queensland Health recommends that homes in bushfire-prone areas have roof-to-tank pipes that can be disconnected quickly and easily. We offer full rainwater tank services, from choosing a tank to installing it, and diagnose tank and pump faults on Mount Cotton properties.
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Tank, pump or plumbing emergency in Mount Cotton? Call 0418 871 269.
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