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    Will a non-reverse valve cause a pipe to burst when blocked and what's the likelihood

    Thanks @danfre and @Hugh Jaleak. What do you mean by "vented high up", please? Does it better control the pressure? I've asked my neighbour to consider diverting their pipes and their response from their preferred builder said the blockage was from my flat and the diversion won't help. So...
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    Will a non-reverse valve cause a pipe to burst when blocked and what's the likelihood

    Hi - I had a blockage on the Easter holiday and the problem resurfaced a month later. I reached out to the group here on how to patch the hole in the communal pipe, and many are very helpful, so I hope the experts and experienced ones can help me again. My plumber suggested installing a...
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    How to repair a damaged waste pipe (Ed.)

    Thanks @Hugh Jaleak and @Madrab for letting me know the importance of fixing the open waste pipe. It's a communal pipe, so it belongs to the building. I'll look into the low-cost suggestion. Googling Jubilee clips etc! Hi @DAZB, thanks. "The leadwork just needs the sealant redoing as it has...
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    How to repair a damaged waste pipe (Ed.)

    Thanks so much, @DAZB. He did his best to help me that night, so I feel indebted to complain. Yes, the 'roof top' is stuck with still water and it takes days to dry if there's heavy rain. My neighbour refuses to address the issue. Regarding the "leadwork re-sealing over the parapet", would you...
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    How to repair a damaged waste pipe (Ed.)

    Hi, I hope someone can help me. I had a water blockage in my kitchen sink on Easter and I got 2 different plumbers over for the rescue. While the 2nd one fixed the issue by tracing the issue to the communal pipe, he cut open the pipe in the process. He explained it's better to leave it open...
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