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    Hot water to taps issue...new tank required?

    Hi, In our spit level flat the hot water to the downstairs kitchen sink has pretty nearly ceased running out of the taps. The upstairs sink is and has always been slow but that I put down to the lack of 'head height' from the hot water (vented) tank. Someone suggested the outlet fromthe tank...
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    Replacing leaking rad valve without draining system?

    I have a leaking valve, beyond repair. Having recently drained system and installed new pipe run and rads I don't want to drain it again! Am thinking I could shut off rad one end and drain out water. Then quickly take off damaged valve as no pressure will be on it (valve where water exits). I...
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    One pipe system ...help/advice

    I have a one pipe system on a Ideal Mexico2 boiler. Works well and is serviced by BG as prior owners did so seemed good to continue. I need to add rads x 2 as there are areas that require greater output. I can work under suspended timber/block floor and need to knock through block work to...
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    Marble sink Issue-your views?

    Hi, I have just installed an expensive end of line marble sink from a major high end marble and stone supplier. Sink looks good, BUT, it doesn't drain properly. It has a wide flat bottom that has no camber and therefore it won't fully empty and leaves a considerable amount of water. I asked why...
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    Shower Pump Query

    I have fitted a few before but not with the same issue I encounter...can anyone advise please. Its a bungalow. There are two showers and its a gravity fed system. Whereas pressure was acceptable, though not good, I have updated the bathroom and shower and installed a Trevi concealed valve. I...
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    Shower valves

    I have always used Trevi valves but have tried to save some money and bought a cheaper one. The flow is poor and I reckon its because the flow is restricted internally. The inlet and outlet channels seemed small to me when fitting. Has anyone any thoughts on this? Any recommendations?
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    Advice on router and table

    Hi I need to make some windows to take sealed units and need to use a router. I have never used one. Can someone advise on a router that is well suited to a table/bench set up. I know some work better than others for this because of the way they are designed. If you have a simple set up that...
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    One Pipe system

    A plumber was to add some radiators but disappeared so I shall attempt it. However he said something about the one pipe system needing 'swep t's'. Is this the case? Many thanks
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    Is my damp solution right here?

    I have a bungalow built on a hill. It has a block and timber (suspended on block work) foundation. I can crawl around easily underneath. All is dry EXCEPT at the back where some water seeps through in very wet weather. This then causes smell of damp and condensation in one small bedroom. My...
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    Garage roof idea-approval or advice etc required

    Just taken down asbestos roof off lean to garage and wish to put on new one. Have added wood purlins etc Want a metal roof- corrugated steel. I wish to be able to add some insulation beneath the roof, in between the timbers. With corrugated or box steel profile being an issue as cold air...
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    Conservatory Issues-advice welcome and see video

    I am hoping to rectify issues on friends conservatory...knock it down and start again! In particular advice on windows...need to renew all and also add guttering...windows suppliers? Type? Any ideas welcome
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    Flat roof-best solution

    I have a flat roof and wish to replcace part of it, if not all,myself but don't wish to use hot bitumen etc. I see alternatives on the web-rubber Firestone rolls...has anyone got any knowledge of these products and recommendations? any help appreciated as always Tony
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    Lighting-ceiling rose/novice

    :( I have attemted to change the central light in my son's bedroom. I took wires from the ceiling rose and drew a diagram but on refitting the light worked-but it stopped lights working in two rooms next door. I may not have put the wires in exactly the same terminals, though i thought i had...
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