Water supply goes to bathroom first, kitchen last-Problem??

[SteveSoton]

Hi there,

Bought a 1930s detached house in need of some renovation and after sorting out the many leaks, damp and external problems have turned my attention to plumbing, electrics etc.

Apart from having to replace a lead supply pipe (another post methinks), I seem to have a somewhat odd piping system and wonder if it is OK to leave it, make minor adjustments or whether it should be rerouted???

Basically, lead supply pipe comes in next to front door and then after stop cock next to front door links to a 15mm copper pipe which goes vertical straight to feed various utilities in bathroom at front of house. This then runs to back of house before dropping down in to the kitchen to feed Combi boiler, sinks, washing machine etc (there is then an extension to a downstairs toilet at the end).

So basically question is, apart from replacing lead supply pipe, should I just live with this original set up?? Is the initial 15mm pipe sufficient?? Water pressure doesn't seem a problem, although hot water in bathroom is a bit sluggish.

Sorry if this sounds bit obvious, but not a techy!!!!

Thanks in advance for your help/advice.

Steve[/list]

 

[Charnwood]

If it ain't broke don't fix it.

 

[SteveSoton]

To be honest I'm certainly wedded to your idea, just wanted to make sure I'm not missing a massive howler that I should correct whilst house is empty, floorboards up etc.

Certainly don't want to spend money correcting something, that whilst it may be unorthodox, has worked for 90 years!!!!!

 

[CBF]

Certainly don't want to spend money correcting something, that whilst it may be unorthodox, has worked for 90 years!!!!!

you have had a combi for 90 yrs

i bet it's not an Ideal

 

[dcawkwell]

It's fine. A typical arrangement.

 

[SteveSoton]

Thanks ever so much for the replies, it really is appreciated and has put my mind at rest.

Just need to get that lead supply pipe replaced (hope that's not a mammoth job with regards hassle with Southern Water and ££££s).

I knew I'd get some great responses on here as even though I've only been a lurker I've picked up so much from all the decent DIYers on here.