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  • Overflow pipe dripping

    An overflow pipe just under our roof has started leaking. When I switched the hot water off on our gravity fed boiler it stopped, any idea what’s causing it? Thanks

    Asked by Lisa on 5th May 2023
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    Cold and hot water pipes

    Why must hot and cold water pipes never touch? How can it be ensured that they won't if work is taking place?

    Asked by Beverley on 11th Jul 2022
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    Damaged sink pop up drain

    Is it possible to replace damaged pop up sink mechanism without removing basin and pedestal?

    Asked by Peter on 10th Nov 2022
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    Coppe pipes and PVC pipes

    Can copper pipes come into contact with PVC pipes?

    Asked by Lou on 12th Jul 2022
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    Kitchen sink strainer replacement

    How much would it cost to replace kitchen sink strainer

    Asked by Kathleen on 9th Jan 2023
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    Attaching nut and olive on a radiator tail

    I've got a new radiator tail. The nut and olive slides onto the tail. How do you stop it sliding off? Is it just a matter of packing the olive with ptfe tape?

    Asked by John on 16th Apr 2024
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    Smart thermostat

    How much am I looking at to get a smart thermostat installed, I know the cost of the thermostat is around 120, but how much roughly on top of that for it to be installed

    Asked by James on 28th May 2024
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    Floor standing bathroom taps

    Do floor standing taps for baths need high water pressure?

    Asked by jonathan on 9th Mar 2023
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    What are sink traps

    What are sink traps and how do they work? Why are they important?

    Asked by Tushar on 7th Apr 2022
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    Replacing a shower cartridge

    How easy is it to replace a shower cartridge? Is possible to DIY or do I need to call a plumber?

    Asked by carole on 10th Dec 2022
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