Recent content by jimmyhillsfanclub

Thanks folks. I did mean adding (1 new additional rad + swapping an old heated towel rail for a new column rad) I also ended up re-filling using the filler loop as at the time of posting my query, I hadn't actually considered the rather obvious point of watching the pressure gauge whilst...

Hi, I've checked the boiler FAQ's but can't see an answer to this.... I know the boiler should be filled/topped up using the filler loop, however I'm draining the full system down this weekend & wondered if its OK to re-fill via the drain port once I've added my new rads? Will...

Hi, Is there any way of increasing the "flush capacity" of a modern sealed cistern toilet? The cistern appears to be a separate porcelain tank with dual push button flush. No manufacturers ID visible! The 1/2 flush button works OK, but the full flush button sounds a little like a...

Cheers James, Thought as much really....but if you don't ask, you don't know! All drilled, plugged & firmly fixed to the wall now as spec'd by the hardiebacker website. Ta. JHFC.

Hi folks, Quick (possibly dumb) question. Can I use tile adhesive to stick the hardiebacker board to the wall? cheers, JHFC

:lol: Yeah...I guess I could've phrased it better. So...is it worth replacing the reduced pressure zone valve & filling loop assembly...or am I better off just keeping a bucket handy?

Greetings, Can any of you helpful plumbers tell me what the function of this valve is? After bleeding all me rads, my system pressure fell below its minimum. Topped the system up via the filling loop which feeds into this valve, but noticed some "leakage" from what looks like a...

Greetings all, I need the mains water supply/service pipe replacing from the water co. valve in the pavement through to the stop-cock in the house. United Utilities will connect to the new service pipe FOC once its been installed by a WIAPS plumber/groundworker. My problem...finding...