Recycled water, drainage and plumbing in Rouse Hill NSW
Rouse Hill is served by Sydney Water's Rouse Hill recycled water scheme, one of the largest residential schemes in Australia, supplying more than 30,000 properties in the north west through a separate purple pipe network. Many homes here have two water supplies, drinking water and recycled water for toilets, gardens and laundry. Plumbing compliance belongs to licensed plumbers, but at handover we note visible items such as outlet identification, leaks, uncapped pipes and stormwater that does not drain.
Two supplies
Recycled water reaches the house through its own pipes and meter, coloured purple. It is used for flushing, gardens and in some homes the washing machine.
What we look at
Pressure testing and plumbing certification are not part of it. We do note visible leaks, loose mixers, unidentified outlets and pipes left uncapped during the build.
Stormwater
Broken or blocked stormwater pipes are a recurring handover finding. A camera inspection by a plumber confirms the extent.
Air conditioner drains
Condensate should run to an approved drainage point, not onto the ground beside the slab or onto roof flashings.
Rainwater tanks
Where tanks are installed, they need clearance from brickwork and a sound base so they do not hold moisture against the wall.
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Written by our local inspection team from work carried out in Rouse Hill. Licensed building practitioners, NSW Fair Trading licence 366177C.
