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water help no hot water
water help no hot water hi we have an issue with our heating and water system . new flow switch and new pump , system bled , all done by a professional but still no hot water or heating. when the plumber left yesterday we had boiling radiators and some hot water although the heating was switched...
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Inspection chamber leak
Inspection chamber leak Would someone be able to advise please. I’ve attached an image of an inspection chamber. There appears to be crack /split in the gully at the base of the chamber where the property's main outflow intercepts it. Waste water seems to be happily disappearing down this...
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Aliddin easyfit isolator, Anyone with a bad experience of these?
Aliddin easyfit isolator, Anyone with a bad experience of these? Hi all, thinking of fitting the said isolator to my heating system from boiler to circulation pump in 22mm copper, so I can fir a MagnaClean Atom ( I know the position of the MagnaClean is not ideal but the return to the boiler...
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Ultra compact wall hung toilet frame
Ultra compact wall hung toilet frame I'm redoing our 4' x 4' downstairs loo. My wife took a shine to an L shaped basin loo unit & the blurb states that the toilet unit can take a frame. However it's only a 500 wide unit (470 inside) and only 820mm high. Been looking around at frames and stumbled...
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Pressure reducer/regulator for plastic water line?
Pressure reducer/regulator for plastic water line? Good evening, Wondering if i could get a little guidance, I have a 3/8 plastic line running from a softener to a coffee machine (because laziness), however the line pressure seems to be maybe 2.5 bar. The manufacturer state the max line...
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Pressure test query?
Pressure test query? Hi all I’m having to fit a Stuart Turner pump to an install that will be fed from a tank. However, I’d like to get the install tested including the pump if possible but without it connected to the break tank, as that isn’t available at the moment. Would I have to bypass...
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So... Does anyone know what this is??
So... Does anyone know what this is?? As I said, any ideas what this is for? It was in line with an outside bib tap. Continue reading...
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Potterton Promax 15 HE
Potterton Promax 15 HE Been called out to an issue with a Potterton Promax 15 HE. Boiler fires up and runs for 30 seconds, no heat leaves the boiler, then you get loads of clunking which sounds like air/crap. Then flow and return get red hot and it cuts out. Have disconnected flow and returns...
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Best flush cones for low level cistern connections?
Best flush cones for low level cistern connections? Any recommendations other than the usual clear ones that seem too rigid most times? I’ve tried the white rubber ones as well but sometimes they don’t allow the pipe to insert fully. Continue reading...
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Basin taps trickle...
Basin taps trickle... Can anyone advise? The problem is - we have a cold water and hot water tap (two separate ones) in a downstairs bathroom - these are basin taps with a 'bell' like housing. Sometimes, when turning the taps on the water flow is very restricted - ie a trickle - other times they...
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Replacement Diverter valve for obsolete tap
Replacement Diverter valve for obsolete tap Hi, I have a Bristan Matrix Bath Shower Mixer Tap, the diverter valve has been temperamental for some time and has finally failed with a split rubber washer. The tap is obsolete and spares are no longer available. (I have contacted Bristan.) The bath...
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customer wants boiler in unheated storeroom
customer wants boiler in unheated storeroom unheated storeroom, with louvre doors open to outside due to ventilation system installed in same room warned them about risk of freezing - boiler will only be used a couple of days a week. i know it will have a frost-stat, but that would not protect...
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Seized Filling Loop Tap
Seized Filling Loop Tap Hi, any ideas on how I can get this seized tap to turn? I can get it replaced in a couple of weeks but I need to fill the boiler as the pressure is on the low side. Any ideas what size they are so I can have it ready for the plumber when he comes? Continue reading...
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Non-return rat flap/blocker at drain exit
Non-return rat flap/blocker at drain exit Hi folks! I have a question re rat flaps / blockers - can they be mounted on the exit side of a pipe? We have a rat problem and think they are coming into the house via the sewage system. We live in a semi-detached property and the rat people have fitted...
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Water appearing in washing machine when run kitchen taps
Water appearing in washing machine when run kitchen taps Hi there! When I run hot or cold kitchen tap, clean transparent water slowly appears in washing machine - this water smells - have to scoop it out! Not sure if issue is installation - washing machine is sited not far from sink (live in...
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Texture metal lined pipe?
Texture metal lined pipe? Hi guys Any of you use the above pipe at all? If so, do you use only tectite fittings or any other manufacturers? Continue reading...
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An Boiler be left on with water tuned off?
An Boiler be left on with water tuned off? I have a Worcester Greenstar boiler and would prefer to turn off the water supply to the house during 2-week absence. Is it safe to do this? Advice appreciated. Continue reading...
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Rusted screw removal tool??
Rusted screw removal tool?? Hi guys any advice on removing rusted screws on toilet pans?? Had 3 today and ended up braking one pan. No wiggle room at all. Continue reading...
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Concealed cistern o/flowing any tips what make is it. Pics encl
Concealed cistern o/flowing any tips what make is it. Pics encl Continue reading...
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Boss your bathroom - Join the Tile High Club
Boss your bathroom - Join the Tile High Club Trade Account Victorian Plumbing 10% off for trade Unlock benefits today Create Account Have an account? Sign in Top Brands, Trade Prices Get Exclusive Access to Discounts Enjoy up to 10% discount across all products on our site including all...
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