24/03/2026
All industries facing cost increases with this being just the start for businesses and ultimately our customers.
Pricing of work won't look like it use to. Small businesses like ours will work to make sure we remain operational while still supporting our customers with high quality work.
PVC shortages are now gaining national attention, with industry concerns continuing to escalate.
Master Plumbers CEO Ashleigh Dalmau featured in the Herald Sun today, reinforcing growing concerns across the plumbing and construction sectors as supply constraints and rising material costs persist.
With reported PVC price increases of up to 35%, the impact is not only being felt by trades, but also has broader implications for housing delivery and affordability. In response, the Federal Housing Minister has called an urgent meeting with stakeholders to address the issue.
Master Plumbers will continue advocating for our members and keeping industry voices front and centre as discussions progress.
Read the full article here: https://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/crisis-meeting-as-iran-war-adds-thousands-to-home-builds-amid-pvc-shortage/news-story/6b0e720677f9e15044078c72541caeb6