plumbing

I’m installing a waste pipe for my shower, with the pipe running about 600mm to the center of the tray, where it will connect to the trap. I’ve read a fall of 1 cm per every 40cm is adequate. What is the best method to ensure the correct slope has been reached for proper drainage? I’m using...

I'm planning to replace a long horizonal radiator under living room window with two tall single panel designer vertical ones (1800*380 and 1800*480), on either side of the window. BTUs are around 3500 for each vertical radiator. The distance between the vertical radiators (from centre) will be...

if there was one small tool or product that is not already on the market which will save you time or make yor job easier as a plumber, what would it be? what is the most common frustration or challenge you face in your daily work that you wish had a simple solution to it?

I currently have a drop feed to another one of my downstairs radiators which is at the end of a part of the upstairs radiator run. Currently the order goes upstairs radiator, upstairs radiator, then ending in downstairs radiator being teed off from 22mm feed/return. I plan to move the...

Hi our toilet push button mechanism broke and I don’t know what type it was in order to replace. Rather than paying £100+ for plumber to fit whole new system, could anyone advise please? I know there’s a bit missing from inside too that attaches the pulley on the ballcock to the push button...

Looking to change microbore 15mm downstairs. Had a couple of questions, as I've only replaced radiators like for like/similar location in the past. 1) Can the 15mm pipe supplying an upstairs radiator [type 22; 500x700; 3613BTU] (teed off from the 22m feed and return) be used to connect a drop...

I recently purchased a property and have zero idea on how the gas/boiler system works (photos attached). Hoping for someone with more expertise to give some advice as I've no one else to ask. Boiler with valve & switch: Boiler brand on top: Pipe with meter & valve directly below boiler...

How can I position my shower tray waste in the center, where the hot and cold pipes are currently located? Would it be possible to place the waste pipe and trap above the hot/cold pipes, or would it be better to re-route the pipes instead?

I'm installing a shower tray and need to decide on the best location for the shower waste. I have two options: placing it in the top left, where there's a joist, or in the middle, where the hot and cold pipes are located. I haven't purchased the tray yet, so I can choose any waste location...

My pipe cutter seems to be cutting pipes a little bent. Is this acceptable to use?

Does anyone know what tool is needed/how to remove this shower cartridge? Grips don’t do the job I assume special tool is needed?

I’m in the process of install a mixer shower and trying to decide to use copper or plastic push fit pipes feeding into the shower plate. The house has plastic pipes in most places. Does it matter which one I use?

Hello, I am looking at easy way to plumb in an American style fridge freezer in my kitchen, there is very little room under the sink and the fridge freezer and the sink are about 3 meters apart, is it possible to plum in somewhere off of the cold feed to the combi boiler? Thanks

My shower plate is positioned close to one edge of the timber. Is this a potential issue, or should I adjust it to be more centered?

I’m in the process of rerouting hot and cold water pipes under a floor and behind a wall to connect to a shower plate. I have two options for running the pipes: 1. Option 1: Route the pipes from the floor, up behind the wall, and through the insulation to the shower plate. 2...

How do I loosen these brass nuts? I’ve tried all sorts but can’t get a grip of them. Tried using an adjustable spanner but there’s just no space to turn the nut.

I’m replacing my kitchen tap and need to figure out the best way to connect the tap’s flexi pipes. Currently, there are no isolation valves installed, so I’m planning to add them as part of the process. The flexi pipes that came with the tap are 300mm, which is too long for my setup. I’m...

I’m installing a shower tray on a wooden frame and need advice on routing the hot and cold water pipes to a thermostatic shower. Should these pipes be routed under the floor, or can they be routed within the frame itself, entering the wall directly through the wooden base plate?

The waste hole for my shower tray is located in the middle, but the existing waste pipe is not aligned with it. Should I route the waste pipe under the floor to match the position of the waste hole, or is it possible to reroute it above the floor, given that the tray will be installed on a...

I’ve removed my bathtub and currently have the hot and cold water pipes coming out of the floor. I’m planning to install a shower tray and a thermostatic shower. However, I’m unsure what to do with the exposed pipes. Should I cut into the floor and move the pipes behind the wall, or would it be...