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Flexi Hoses – the surprise risk
Flexi hoses are used throughout many homes to connect the water supply to fixtures and appliances such as sinks, basins, washing machines, dishwashers and plumbed refrigerators. While they are small and often hidden away, deterioration or failure can result in significant water escaping into your property.
Regular inspections can help identify warning signs such as corrosion, fraying, moisture or visible deterioration before a flexi hose becomes a larger problem. If you’re unsure how old the hoses in your home are, or you’ve noticed signs of wear, having them professionally checked is a simple preventative step.
Wild Water Plumbing provides flexi hose inspections and replacement across North Sydney, the Northern Beaches, North Shore and Central Coast. Our licensed plumbers can inspect accessible flexi hoses throughout your property, identify those requiring attention and professionally replace them where necessary, helping reduce the risk of unexpected water damage.
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What Are Flexi Hoses?
Flexi hoses are flexible water connections commonly installed between your water supply and household fixtures or appliances. They typically consist of an internal flexible hose protected by an outer braided layer. You may find them beneath sinks and bathroom basins, behind toilets, or connected to washing machines, dishwashers and refrigerators. Because they are often hidden inside cupboards or behind appliances, deterioration can easily go unnoticed.
Flexi Hose Inspections & Preventative Maintenance
Preventative inspections can help identify potential flexi hose problems before they result in unexpected leaks or water damage. Our plumbers can check accessible hoses throughout your property, looking for deterioration, incorrect installation and other warning signs. If you’re looking for a plumber, Northern Beaches or plumber North Shore homeowners can call for preventative plumbing maintenance, Wild Water Plumbing can include flexi hoses as part of a broader plumbing inspection.
Signs Your Flexi Hoses May Need Replacing
Visible rust, corrosion, fraying of the braided outer layer, bulging, kinks or moisture around the connection can indicate that a flexi hose needs attention. You should also investigate unexplained water beneath sinks or inside cupboards. If you notice any of these warning signs, avoid waiting for the hose to fail completely. A licensed plumber can inspect the connection and advise whether replacement is required.
Professional Flexi Hose Replacement
Replacing a flexi hose involves more than simply removing the old connection and fitting a new one. Correct selection and installation are important to the reliability of the connection and your plumbing system. Wild Water Plumbing can replace deteriorated or damaged flexi hoses using suitable fittings for the application. We provide professional flexi hose replacement across North Sydney, the Northern Beaches, North Shore and the Central Coast.
Flexi Hoses – the surprise risk
Water damage is commonly associated with natural disasters such as storms and flooding. However, internal water damage in Australian homes is now more prevalent than break-ins and fire incidents. Despite being a costly risk, it is often overlooked by homeowners.
One culprit of water damage is the Flexi Hose, a relatively new replacement for copper piping in modern homes.
Unfortunately, many people are unaware that these hoses have a limited lifespan of 5 to 10 years, making them a ticking time bomb in households.
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What are flexi-hoses?
Flexible rubber pipes known as Flexi Hoses are commonly utilizsd to connect water mains to various household appliances and fixtures, including washing machines, dishwashers, plumbed refrigerators, sinks, and basins. These hoses, unlike the traditional copper pipes, have a much shorter lifespan and are composed of flexible rubber material with an outer layer of braided stainless steel.
Maintenance and Prevention
To avoid burst Flexi Hoses due to their limited lifespan, it is recommended to regularly inspect them throughout your home and keep track of their installation dates.
During inspection, check for any rust or fraying of the metal layer on the outer surface of the hose. Additionally, feel for moisture along the hose, as this can cause quicker wear and tear.
It is advisable to have a professional handle the replacement process as incorrect installation can result in a shorter lifespan and premature hose failure. Attempting to replace the hoses yourself to save money is not worth the potential risks and expenses associated with water damage.
