Plumbing

Plumbing follows the basic laws of nature -- gravity, pressure, water seeking its
own level. Knowing this, you can understand its "mysteries" and make dozens of fixes
to your home's plumbing system. You can save yourself time, trouble, and money!

The term 'plumbing' refers or describe the technology and connections to any
system that allows the movement of fluids, typically involving
pipes, valves, plumbing fixtures, tanks and other apparatus. Modern plumbing may also
involve the movement of gases such as fuel gas.

There are many types of plumbing pipes for residential or commercial

buildings. Plumbing pipes such as PEX, Copper, and PVC are normally used depending
on their application and the location in which they are installed. Also, there are some
other plumbing pipe types such as black, galvanized and brass.

Plumber

A plumber is tradesperson who specializes in installing and maintaining systems

used for potable (drinking) water, sewage and drainage in plumbing systems.A plumber
is someone who installs and maintains pipes in a certain structure. These pipes need to
be installed and maintained for potable water, drainage, irrigation and sewage, as well
as other uses. Plumbers can be involved in hands-on work or may work in a design
capacity, drafting blueprints and helping make the installation process more efficient.

Master Plumber

A master plumber is different from a regular plumber mainly because of their

level of experience and the fact that they are licensed and certified by the state as
master plumbers. These plumbers have a greater level of skill than regular plumbers.
The skills that these plumbers have include skills for the maintenance and repair of both
indoor and outdoor plumbing. These plumbers also possess extensive knowledge of
codes and regulations at state and federal level.

Master plumbers like other professionals can specialize in one area of plumbing.
You may therefore find a plumber specialized in steam fitting or any other area of
plumbing. Master plumbers are highly skilled and experienced. They therefore are
usually placed in charge of the design and installation of complex plumbing systems in
construction sites. These plumbers usually design the plumbing system and then
supervise the installation of the plumbing systems.

Plumbing Laws and Codes

This section lists the plumbing laws and codes that apply to Queensland’s
plumbers and drainers, builders, developers, local governments, community title
managers, water service providers and householders.
 New plumbing laws and regulations commenced on 1 July 2019.

Current laws and regulations

 Plumbing and Drainage Act 2018 – Queensland law governing plumbing and drainage,
the licensing of plumbers and drainers, on-site sewerage facilities and other matters
 Plumbing and Drainage Regulation 2019 – specific laws to ensure plumbing and
drainage work is compliant
 Queensland Plumbing and Wastewater Code (Version 1:2019) (PDF, 1MB) – published
26 March 2019

Superseded Queensland Plumbing and Wastewater Codes

 Published 26 October 2017, commenced 27 October 2017 - Queensland Plumbing and
Wastewater Code (PDF, 422KB)
 Published 15 January 2013, commenced 1 February 2013 – Queensland Plumbing and
Wastewater Code (PDF, 245KB)
 Published 1 April 2011, commenced 6 May 2011 – Queensland Plumbing and
Wastewater Code (PDF, 310KB)
 Published 19 January 2011, commenced 21 January 2011 – Queensland Plumbing and
Wastewater Code (PDF, 254KB)
 Published 21 April 2010, commenced 28 May 2010 – Queensland Plumbing and
Wastewater Code (PDF, 253KB)
 Published 3 February 2010, commenced 1 March 2010 – Queensland Plumbing and
Wastewater Code (PDF, 270KB)
 Published 17 June 2009, commenced 17 July 2009 – Queensland Plumbing and
Wastewater Code (PDF, 400KB) –
 Published 3 February 2009, commenced 1 March 2009 – Queensland Plumbing and
Wastewater Code (PDF, 252KB)
 Published 3 November 2008, commenced 14 November 2008 – Queensland Plumbing
and Wastewater Code (PDF, 325KB)
 Published 23 November 2007, commenced 1 January 2008 – Queensland Plumbing
and Wastewater Code (currently unavailable)
 Published 1 March 2006, commenced 1 March 2006 – Queensland Plumbing and
Wastewater Code (PDF, 303KB)