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Thanks for that. Can you explain further how to do this. I normally isolate the water, turn on the lowest hot tap, hold open the pressure relief valve on the side of the cylinder and close it when water stops running from the tap. Then let water flow back in again and turn off the hot tap. Am...

Hi, Just a thought... The boiler was serviced recently and the dripping was noticed a few days later. Is this a coincidence or could it be connected?

Hi, I've got water dripping through the tundish on my megaflo system. Quite a stream of water is coming out of the overflow pipe. I've recharged the air gap and still have the issue. The water is cold so is not coming from the pressure relief valve on the cylinder. It continues to drip even if...

Hi, I'm looking to improve the lighting in my loft. CPC offer some good options, but I need some advice when choosing between a floodlight and a batten light... 30W LED Floodlight 30W LED Batten Light ...unless anyone can recommend an alternative? Any advice gratefully received. Thanks

Hi, Thanks for the replies so far. I can find no evidence of a vented stack anywhere - the house was built in 1998, does that make a difference? Also, the plot thickens: I've had quotes for the work from 2 plumbers I've used before. One said no way would they reduce the height of the stack...

Hi, I'm in the process of designing a new layout for our bathroom and have a question about soil stacks. My house has a downstairs cloakroom, main bathroom and ensuite. The bathroom and ensuite both have soil stacks that go into the loft and have insulated air admittance valves. I'm not sure...

Yes, it's seized and the handle is broken too! I'm getting the Megaflo combination valve replaced that sits about 40cm above this, so it's a good time to replace this too.

All joking aside, can someone tell me what connection fitting that is on the bottom? or I should just go for a 15mm compression fitting? Does it need a check valve?

Well, we're all totally fed up with low water pressure, motorised valves sticking, a broken stopcock...I could go on! Anyway, a local plumber is coming to replace every part in the airing cupboard and I want to buy the best I can to try and give us all a break from irritating plumbing issues...

Hi, The last thing on my list... I'm trying to source a good quality auto air vent for my airing cupboard. Again, there are loads of cheap auto air vents online, but they all seem to be unbranded and I'm concerned about the quality. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance.

Thanks for the replies. I attach a picture of the current stopcock - it's on the cold water feed to our Megaflo. I think the consensus of replies suggest not replacing like for like and to go for a full bore lever valve. Is this acceptable for a Megaflo system? This one is a Pegler and...

Hi, I'm trying to source a good quality 22mm stopcock for my airing cupboard. There are loads of cheap 22mm stopcocks online, but they all seem to be unbranded and I'm concerned about the quality. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance.

The edge of the black plastic actuator that triggers the microswitch within the main actuator (hope that makes sense!) actually off broke years ago and I fixed it by drilling and glueing in some cut off panel pins to create a new edge. This repair is still good, but another piece of plastic...

Hi, Would this be a direct replacement for the Drayton valve... https://www.heatingcontrolsonline.co.uk/motorised-valves-actuators-c-24.html/port-zone-valves-c-24_45.html/honeywell-v4043h1106-28mm-2-port-motorised-valve-p-88.html I keep reading that Honeywell are the best, so as I've got a...

Having looked around, it seems that Varem, Altecnic (ERES) and Aquasystem are all similar in price. I'm going to replace the full kit. Anyone got any views/experience of any of these. Thanks again.

Hi, Thanks. See attached picture - shocking!

Sorry, forgot that bit! It's a red version on the central heating circuit and 18 years old. Thanks

Hi, My Varem 12 litre expansion vessel is leaking and has been for a while. I've got a plumber coming in to replace some bits and pieces in the airing cupboard, so I'm looking to source a replacement. Can anyone recommend a good reliable brand, or have I just been unlucky with the Varem? I...

Thanks, I think that makes the decision then, I'll stick with a 28mm valve. Can you point me in the right direction for a direct replacement Honeywell valve? Thanks again.

Hi, The actuator on my old ACL Drayton Lifestyle 28mm motorised valve 779H335-30L10 has finally failed. This valve is now obsolete, so I'm looking to buy a complete replacement. After doing a bit of research, the direct replacement is a ZA6/779-2 - also 28mm. I've also found a ZA5/679-2 -...