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Your Home service Expert, with Matt McMahon

By plumber • March 22, 2026
“You Service Your Car Every 10,000km… So Why Don’t You Service Your Home?”

Rental Property Expert : Matt McMahon

Are Gas Compliance Checks Actually Reducing Maintenance in Rentals?

Over the past six years, gas compliance checks have become standard across Victoria. Are they just another cost — or do they actually improve the asset?

From what we're seeing on the ground servicing properties across Ballarat and surrounding areas — the answer is becoming very clear. Properties that have been through consistent compliance cycles are now safer, better maintained, and more predictable.

The Reality Six Years In

  • Gas leaks had gone undetected for years
  • Heaters operating inefficiently or unsafely
  • Appliances not serviced since installation

"Gas compliance checks aren't just a box to tick — they're quietly transforming maintenance from reactive fixes into preventative control."

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Emergency Guide

What to Do When a Pipe Bursts — A Step-by-Step Emergency Guide

A burst pipe can cause serious damage within minutes. Learn exactly what to shut off first, how to minimise flooding, and when to call us versus handle it yourself.

By Mike Johnson · 6 min

The Ultimate Guide to Seasonal
Home Maintenance

Master Plumber Dave

March 15, 2024 • 8 min read

Maintaining your home isn't just about fixing things when they break; it's about
preventative care that saves you thousands in the long run. As the seasons shift,
so do the demands on your home's infrastructure.

Protecting Your Pipes from Temperature Swings

Sudden drops in temperature can cause pipes to contract and expand, leading to hairline fractures that eventually turn into major leaks. We recommend a full inspection of your insulation before the peak of winter.

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About Master Plumber Dave

Dave has been with Local Plumbing Group for over 15 years. He specializes in sustainable home retrofitting and leak detection technology. When he's not fixing pipes, he's writing about how homeowners can

lead a more eco-efficient life.

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