Recent content by theomegamale

I have the same problem as two of the other posters. In my case, the water flowed hot enough to start but deteriorated over time. I've taken the unit off and checked the flow of both hot and cold straight out of the pipes. Seems fine though not perfectly balanced, suggesting the problem is with...

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Hi I just want to check this change doesn't fall foul of any building regs etc. Do soil stacks need to be completely vertical? Can anyone take a look at the before/after pics and tell me whether or not my proposed amend is going to cause any problems with the council etc? I'm basically...

Thanks for the response. So given my existing joist dimensions (I don't know whether 35mmx120mm is "standard" and is designed to carry these sorts of loads), if I follow this proposal and lay down sole plates across 4 joists + 25mm ply I can get away with 75 or 100 gal? Recovery rate is...

Hi again I am reassessing whether to try installing a CWST in the loft rather than leaving it on the top floor. See previous post here if it's of any use. I've had plumbers in who have suggested a £2k approx bill to reinforce joists, re-site a new CWST to the loft, commission shower etc...

Has anyone invented a remote version to save the re-wiring across floors, i.e. a box at one end connected to the cylinder to pick up temp and another connected to the boiler downstairs that passes the signal to the boiler? Power on the top floor to the cylinder stat is not an issue if I am...

Indeed, here's a pic of the sensor. It's strapped on with what looks like bell wire. So if I replace the cylinder, I should ditch the TRV/tapstat and fit a cylinder stat? What do I connect the cylinder stat to, is there a special kind of valve or does it need to connect to the boiler...

Hi Appreciate some further advice: On the top floor I have a hot water cylinder and on a platform above it an asbestos CWST. From this starting point I need to eventually have a nice shower running to keep the wife happy. The bathroom is on the same floor so currently there's no flow if...

Hi Prior to replacing my (asbestos) CWST and hot water cylinder in order to be in a position to fit a pump for a shower, I've taken an inventory of the pipes in the airing cupboard. I think I've identified everything with the exception of a couple of items. Firstly, what is the brass...

I also had a leaking compression joint when fitting my loo recently. On my third attempt I applied some Fernox LSX (actually the Wickes' brand equivalent) and it did the trick. For the additional peace of mind, especially for an amateur DIYer such as myself, I think it's worth looking into. It's...