Plumbing Guides

Toilet Bowl Choke: What to Do, What Not to Do

Toilet bowl choked in Singapore? Stop flushing, shut the cistern valve, plunge properly, and know when to call. Why chemicals are a bad idea, and what clearing costs.

Water Bill Suddenly High? Check for a Hidden Leak in 30 Minutes

Water bill jumped? A 30-minute water meter test tells you if there is a hidden leak on your side of the meter, and where to look next. For HDB, condo and landed homes.

Licensed Plumber or Handyman? What PUB Allows

Which plumbing jobs need a PUB Licensed Plumber in Singapore and which a handyman may legally do: chokes, taps, floor traps, pipes and water heaters, explained.

How Much Does a Plumber Cost in Singapore? (2026 Prices)

Published 2026 plumber prices in Singapore: toilet choke S$60 to S$150, exposed pipe leak S$80 to S$200, concealed leak S$300 to S$800, taps, toilet bowls, water heaters.

Who Fixes Which Water Pipe in an HDB Flat?

Who maintains water pipes in HDB estates: homeowners for pipes in the flat, Town Councils for common property, PUB up to the meter. What to report where.

Water Heater Not Working? Repair or Replace

No hot water, a leaking tank or a heater tripping the power? What each symptom means, when to repair or replace, and published 2026 water heater prices in Singapore.