Flexible braided hoses are one of the leading causes of home flood damage in Australia. If yours are over 7 years old, they could fail at any time.
Flexible braided hoses — the small hoses that connect your taps to the water supply under your sink and behind your toilet — are one of the most dangerous components in your home's plumbing system. They look sturdy, but the internal rubber tube deteriorates over time, and when they fail, they fail catastrophically. A burst flex hose can release hundreds of litres of water per hour directly into your home.
The shocking statistics
Burst flex hoses are one of the top causes of home insurance claims in Australia, causing millions of dollars in damage every year. Many insurance companies now require flex hoses to be replaced every 5-7 years as a condition of coverage.
Warning signs
Bulging or swelling of the hose, rust or corrosion on the fittings, discolouration of the braiding, or any visible cracking. However, many hoses fail with no visible warning signs at all.
Our recommendation
If your flex hoses are more than 7 years old, or if you don't know when they were last replaced, have them replaced immediately. It's a small investment — typically $150-$300 to replace all hoses in a home — compared to the tens of thousands of dollars in damage a burst hose can cause. Ask Pinky's Plumbing to inspect and replace your flex hoses today.
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If you're concerned about any of the issues mentioned above, don't wait — call Pinky's Plumbing for a professional inspection.
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