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There is a second smaller tank up in the loft, located above the cylinder. Does this mean it is a vented and not pressurised. If so, what solutions are available for removing the header tank without replacing the boiler? Is the installation of a pump a realistic option?

I’m not sure if it’s a pipe or a cable tbh. It’s pretty solid.

The boiler is a Baxi Solo 18 HE, pretty sure it’s open vented. Not sure on the spec of the cylinder but I’ve added a picture, looks unvented. Not 100% sure on the header tank volume but based on its overall size I’d assume it is 500 litres. It serves the kitchen sink and one wash hand basin...

I should say I’m talking about the pit I dug not being close, the pipe goes towards the electric meter and stop cock.

It’s not that close to the water meter or electric meter but it does go completely off in the wrong direction if it connects to the water meter.

Hi All, I’m doing a loft conversion to my bungalow and I need to remove the header tank to make the layout work. I have a 10 year old baxi combi boiler and hot water tank. The intention is to add one bathroom and two rooms with a rad each. Would it be feasible to simply fit a pump. I’m aiming...

I’m moving the electric meter from inside to outside and I had SSE come out and do a survey with a cat and genny to find the incoming electric supply. I dug down where he marked the supply location and found this pipe. Is this the electric supply? It’s approx 25mm diameter. Any help would be...