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hey folks, Can anyone tell me what is the expected temp' difference between the flow and return in an underfloor system. The loop length is about 89m. Thanks in advance.

Hey folks, can anyone tell me whats involved in getting the first fix electrics tested. We have just got the house plastered and for my own peace of mind I'd like to know if a plasterboard screw or floorboard nail has 'nipped' a cable. like i say I'd like to know what tests are required...

Problems problems. I have just performed the classic maneuver and put my foot through the ceiling of our bathroom. I was insulating between the joists and slipped of the joist resulting in a skinned shin and £2 into the swear box. My question is, can this be repaired easily or will the...

Hey folks, Can someone please enlighten me (pardon the pun :lol: ) as to what the standards are for lights over a shower. I see B&Q are selling an integrated light / fan unit but it gives no indication as to the Zone, I know its Zone A or 1 or something but what exactly does that signify...

Hey guys, Another quick one, I need a ball park figure as to how many Kw will be needed to heat the water in our house. We have calculated that we'll need 32.2 Kw for the heating and I'm unsure as to what is required for hot waster. We will have 3 en-suites (all with showers only) and a...

Hey folks, It's that damned self builder again. We have decided to use a 300l pre plumbed mega flow pressurized system for the hot water, however when I calculate the pipe size to supply the 3 en-suites and bathroom the calc's suggest a 28mm pipe, well as far as the bathroom, then it...

Hi guys, Me again. Has anyone, any opinions on using HEP2 rather than copper for the domestic hot and cold in a new build. I appreciate the benefits of speed and flexibility of HEP2 but is it robust enough and will it pass the test of time?

Hey guys, Does anyone know firstly, if it's possible to use old pipe that has been lying around outside for sometime. It's unused and undamaged, but just a lot duller than new pipe. Secondly, what is the best method for cleaning the ends before soldering.

Hey guys, just a quick question. We are in the middle of a self build project at the moment and getting ready for first fix plumbing. I intend to use a qualified plumber but would like a little background knowledge to prevent him filling me with BS. My question is what size of pipe would we...

Hey folks, Can anyone tell me if it is possible to connect a wind turbine (3kW) directly to an immersion heater. If so what measures must I incorporate, I presume I'll need an inverter of somesort. I should let you know that i'm an enthusiastic amateur.