Here at Gallant we recently decided to update our company values in an attempt to put more emphasis on them throughout our business. Our values have always been something we stood by, but we can always find ways to get them to influence us more. Below is our revised company values and what makes each […]
Goodwork – the network built for tradies Goodwork is in its early stages but looks like it could be the Facebook of the trade industry. Currently, Goodwork is a one stop social hub working as a place to make trade connections and look for jobs. This is an eye opener for anyone looking for trade […]
4 Quick Ways to Motivate Your Employees Recognise a Job well done Recognition in doing daily tasks can make what to some may be an arduous task into a daily goal. Helping to create an emotional connection between employer and employee fulfils the basic need of feeling like you belong. Receiving recognition also confirms you […]
Discovering Water Leaks: What we do and what could be the cause. Water Leak Detection Water leak detection is not always obvious and sometimes only discovered when you receive an elevated water bill. The first thing we need to establish is whether the water leak is on the hot or cold service. We do this […]
3 Tips to Improve Your Customer Relations and Customer Satisfaction It’s time to improve your customer relations! Happy plumbing customers bring in long term business for your company. They are also are more likely to further benefit your business through word of mouth. This is the cheapest and most respected form of marketing as it […]
The importance of regular gutter cleaning in Melbourne As we move into Autumn and find ourselves expecting heavier rainfall it’s time that we look at 2 key services that Gallant offers to make the homes of Melbourne safe. These are regular Gutter Cleaning in Melbourne along with Gutter & Downpipe Replacement. Regular Gutter Cleaning Many people […]
Many people are unclear as to the responsibility when it comes to fire services. This is a very important topic and a facet of plumbing to be very well aware of. It is essential that fire services operate effectively in an emergency situation, and it is the property owner’s responsibility to maintain fire […]
Award Winning Plumbers Some exciting news for Gallant Plumbing… We are award winning plumbers! On Friday the 9th of November, directors Edward & Scott attended the Optus My Business awards up in Sydney. There were 35 different award categories, where Gallant were nominated and finalists for 2 categories: Trades Business of the Year & Customer Service experience of […]
Regular Gutter Cleaning; How often is regular? Why is it so important? What are the repercussions if gutters aren’t maintained? How much damage can blocked gutters cause? Read on to find out! Many people believe regular gutter cleaning is unnecessary. Gutters & Downpipes are part of your stormwater system and their function is […]
Water leak detection is not always obvious and is sometimes only discovered when you receive an elevated water bill. The Steps We Take The first thing we need to establish is whether the leak is related to the hot or cold-water service. We do this by isolating each service and pressurizing the line with […]
What Does CCTV Stand For? CCTV, which stands for Closed Circuit Television, is an investigation process where camera technology assesses sewer and stormwater drains on a property, so that you are able to identify the exact problem within the drain and identify the exact location of the problem. Why is CCTV Recommended? CCTV investigation […]
What is Infusionsoft you’re thinking? Put simply, Infusionsoft offers an e-mail marketing and sales platform for small businesses. Infusionsoft has many functions including: Management & Optimisation of Customer Lifecycle Customer Relationship Management ( CRM ) Marketing automation Lead Capture E-commerce . . . . Just to name a few Marketing is awesome but being in […]
Want to know a bit more about your household water consumption; how much water should the average household use, what in your home uses the most water, how many litres does a 10 minute shower use . . . The list goes on! Well we’ve got the answers! How much water should the average […]
If you haven’t yet discovered the brilliance of CANVA, you are seriously missing out! CANVA is a free graphic design tool website, which allows you to easily create beautiful designs, from social media posts and graphics, to resumes, magazine covers, marketing material and business cards. Here at Gallant we use CANVA on a daily basis. […]
The world we currently live in, social media is used for everything, including job seeking, and from a HR perspective. Pretty impressive hey! Impressive yes, but if you’re not careful, social media can hinder your job seeking process! Most of us know the basics of what NOT to do on the socials, however there are […]
So you have made the decision to launch some marketing funnels for your plumbing company (good on you!), but unsure where to start (it’s understandable!). Here are some cost/time-effective funnels which are worth your while. Have a Stellar, standout website! If you don’t have a website, or a website your happy with, this is your […]
How to become the best plumber in Melbourne To become the best plumber in Melbourne we have to be an ‘Attraction Tradie’. The definition of an attraction tradie is: “ A trade business owner and entrepreneur who runs a modern, profitable, customer focused business, and who consistently attracts the right clients and business opportunities.” I […]
5 plumbing tools each home should have Sometimes a plumbing issues comes along that you, the home handyman can fix! But to be able to do that, ensure you have these 5 tools on hand. Gallant Plumbing can help with almost every plumbing problem but you should still be prepared! These are the plumbing tools […]
How to best prepare yourself for the week ahead Conquer the Sunday Blues by preparing yourself for the week ahead! Here are 4 tips to help you wake up Monday morning refreshed, and a little guide on how to best prepare yourself for the week ahead. How to best prepare yourself for the week […]
How Plumbing Businesses are using Social Media Plumbing business leveraging social media? You’re probably thinking, Good Luck to you! But hey, I’m here to prove you wrong and tech you how plumbing businesses are using social media. As we all know, plumbing isn’t the most glamorous industry. And Social media… Well that’s a very visually […]
4 Tips to Prevent Blocked Drains Blocked Drains are a common and incredibly annoying issue. Keep reading to learn some key tips to prevent blocked drains. 1- Keep grease and oil out of your drains. Instead of clogging your drains up with that excess oil from your can of tuna, it’s recommended to dispose of […]
Home Buyers Plumbing Checklist As exciting as it is buying a new home, it’s important to ensure you don’t get caught up in the moment and neglect looking into some very important aspects of the home. A very important component of the home is the plumbing and ensuring it is functioning efficiently by doing a home […]
Why You Should Engage Plumbers who provide a Certificate of Compliance What is a certificate of Compliance? A certificate of Compliance refers to a verification for licensed plumbers which is distributed by the Victorian Building Authority (VBA). This certificate is extremely valuable, as it is an indication that the work completed complies with all relevant […]
This post originally featured on MyDeal.com.au Check out our special mention in MyDeal.com.au blog post, ‘How to Prep your Home for Winter’ With daylight savings over and the leaves changing colour, Summer feels a distant memory. Not everyone is a Winter lover but there’s a few tricks that can help. Here’s 6 steps that […]
3 Tips to keep your Gutters Clean & Functioning. So you have had your gutter and downpipes cleaned. Yay problem solved! Hold that thought… If you were to look in your gutters a couple of days later, you will be sure to find they have started filling up again and you will soon find yourself […]
Think your bathroom has seen better days? Seeing little specks of mould? Wondering why it keeps happening? Here are 3 possible causes of mould growth in bathrooms. Lack of Ventilation When you’re in your shower next, wander your eyes around the room and you will most likely see a room filled with steam […]
It was only the other day I was walking through my home and noticed some water damage on the ceiling. Working at a plumbing business, alarm bells immedietly went off in my head. I said to my mum, “do you know there’s that water damage in the hallway?” Her reply was, “Yeah, and there’s something […]
I don’t know about you, but when I first heard plumbers speaking about CCTV, my head immediately went to CCTV, as in cameras at properties that sneakily catch footage of events unfolding, which then ends up on your daily news! I couldn’t quiet figure out how that fell under the plumbing umbrella. Well boy […]
Plumbing problems hiding in your dream home About to place a bid….WAIT….check for these common problems first; Congratulations……I don’t know how you can afford a home in the current market but you have somehow found a way. Before you do take the plunge and make your dream home a reality, you need to be aware […]
