Vlog

Darius from Plumbdog is in Midland today taking on a classic old home — the kind that’s never had a dishwasher before!

With vintage 450 mm benchtops, brass traps, and limited space to work with, this job needed a mix of creativity, problem-solving, and professional know-how to modernise the kitchen — all without a full renovation.

What Darius Did

•Modified the old plumbing for a brand-new dishwasher install
•Replaced an old brass trap and connected fresh waste and water lines
•Used press fittings to speed up the job and reduce costs
•Custom-mounted with anti-tilt brackets for a safe, sturdy fit

“Working with old homes means adapting modern gear to old-school setups — it’s all about making it work cleanly and safely.”

The Result

•Dishwasher fully installed and ready to run

•Upgraded plumbing compatible with modern appliances

•Clean, compact fit without damaging vintage cabinetry

•Smart use of press fittings for a fast, reliable finish

Darius turned a 60-year-old kitchen into one that’s fully dishwasher-ready — no major rebuild required.

Location: Midland, WA
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Darius from Plumbdog is out in Girraween, where a homeowner’s bit of “creative plumbing” left him shaking his head — a hose tap welded directly onto the line with a steel clip holding it in place. 😬

As Darius says: “Just because you can doesn’t mean you should!”

What Darius Did

•Removed the dodgy welded hose tap installation
•Rebuilt the wall fixing properly for a secure mount
•Installed a new brass hose tap with brass screws
•Created a corrosion-resistant setup built to last decades

“If you want it to last, you’ve got to do it right — proper fittings, brass screws, and no shortcuts.”

The Result

•Dodgy welded tap safely removed

•Solid new wall fixing installed

•Professional brass tap fitted and sealed

•Neat, durable finish that’ll outlast the DIY version by decades

Sometimes the simplest jobs are the best reminders: proper plumbing lasts — shortcuts don’t.

Location: Girraween, WA
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Not all thread sealers are created equal — but LoxSeal is the one we rely on at Plumbdog!

The Problem

Poor-quality thread sealers can:
•Fail under pressure
•Cause leaks at critical joints
•Lead to repeated call-outs and unhappy clients

How We Use LoxSeal

In this quick clip, we show why LoxSeal is our go-to:
•Makes threaded fittings secure and leak-free
•Applied correctly for a professional finish
•Provides durable, long-lasting protection on every joint

Pro Tip: Sometimes you need lots of that big yellow stuff to get the job done right! 😉

Location: Perth, WA
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When your washing machine stops pumping out water, it’s more than just annoying — it can point to hidden plumbing shortcuts.

Rich was called to a massive home in City Beach, WA, where the laundry machines weren’t draining properly. What looked like a simple trap setup turned into a real plumbing detective case.

What Rich Found

•A trap connected across multiple appliances

•A capped-off spigot held together with tape & blu-tack 😬

•A spigot hole drilled far too small — catching fluff and lint

•Hidden black plastic lodged inside the trap blocking flow

The Fix

With a screwdriver and a bit of persistence, Rich:

•Opened up the trap
•Cleared the hidden plastic and debris
•Enlarged the spigot hole for proper flow
•Restored full drainage to the laundry machines

“Sometimes even the fanciest homes hide the dodgiest plumbing shortcuts.”

The Result

•Washing machines draining perfectly again

•Long-term fix to prevent repeat blockages

•Homeowner reassured with a clear explanation

Location: City Beach, WA

Takeaway: Properly drilled spigots and clear traps are essential for avoiding unnecessary blockages. If things don’t add up, always call a professional plumber.

Got washing machine or drainage issues in Perth?
Call your local plumbing problem-solvers – Plumbdog Plumbing