Filtered water tap kits supplying filtered drinking water at the sink are straight forward to install. We look at how to fit either a separate filtered water tap or a combination tap supplying hot, cold and filtered water from one tap.
Diy plumbing guide showing how to fix and secure pipework with pipe clips and fixings to support and prevent movement and noise from pipes.
Diy emergency plumbing repairs and how to clear or thaw a frozen pipe by gentle heating to allow water to flow.
Nothing is harder to get rid of in a shower or a bath than limescale. It forms from hard water, and while it’s not harmful to our health, it can cause a lot of problems. Often, when not treated for long periods of time it creates deposits. These deposits can clog plumbing and create issues down the road. Hard water is the culprit and will always create limescale if not treated straight away.
Pipe insulation and lagging of exposed water storage tanks will protect plumbing against the risk of water freezing. Applying suitable protection can prevent burst pipes and water damage from leaks.
How to fix a leaking lead pipe or fitting using a lead lock or Philmac coupling involves cutting the pipe back and assembling the new compression fitting before connecting to copper or plastic pipe. Typical uses include failed joints and leaking connections as well as capping off an old supply.
Diy emergency plumbing repairs and how to repair a leaking or damaged pipe. Including how to repairing a pipe damaged by a nail.
How to make a temporary repair to stop a leaking pipe. Diy advice on stopping the leak by isolating the water supply and using hose and clips or epoxy putty, plus permanent repair.
Diy plumbing guide showing how to repair or mend a leaking tap by tightening the gland nut or repacking.
This guide explains how to deal with a leaking joint on water pipes by repairing or replacing the fitting – this includes solder fittings, compression fittings and push fit plumbing connections.
Plastic pipe and push fit fittings make plumbing faster and easier. A range of fittings is available matching most of those used with copper. Plastic pipe work and fittings are now widely used making many DIY plumbing jobs simple.
Gate valves and isolating valves are types of service valve used to isolate the water allowing repair and maintenance jobs to be done. This guide explains how to fix a leak from the gland nut or compression fitting as well as how to fit a new valve.
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