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    DIY Replumb Heating system

    Hi, I'm after some advice for a current system which I'm looking to replumb. Our house has had various extensions of heating system with newbuild extension and other additional rads over the years and now the system is inefficient and doesn't heat up consistently. In the extension, because the...
    • Sandy Rivers
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    • diy heating heating system poor flow replacing system
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: UK Plumbers Forums
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    Non-Standard pipe connection - please help!

    Hi, I have an opening on the 'manifold' (I think that's what its called) on my soil pipe. It appears to be a non-standard size - about 51mm internally. I'm trying to connect a 40mm floplast solvent weld pipe, and can't find a boss adaptor that even nearly fits. I can't cut a new hole above...
  3. Beyond the blue

    DIY air conditioning system

    DIY air conditioning system. I've got lots of plumbing experience and want to install my own a/c split system 3 to 1. I intend having it commissioned by an F Gas qualified company. When l tried to buy the system the supplier want all details of the F Gas registered 'installer' before releasing...
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    DIY shower with exposed pipework

    Hi everyone. I'm installing a walk in shower, opening into shower will be on right, mixer value on right, but shower head and drain on left. The pipe work from the shower mixer valve is exposed silver colour pipework. the pipe work will run up from the valve then take a hard left at the ceiling...
  5. K

    G3 diy (Gods not available locally)

    Hi, I need a small water heater for a bathroom sink tap. I was going to have an unvented undercounter unvented cylinder installed by a plumber. I'm a sad old git living alone and working a crappie job. Twice, I have used up a very valuable days holiday to wait at home for the local G3 water...
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    Anyone know how to remove this toilet seat?

    Hi folks, sorry to have to post this but we got a new bathroom a few months ago and the toilet seat was loose at one side. The cistern is integrated and the seat is top-fixing. I assumed it was quick release but couldn't find a button to push, there are no little grommit hidden screws or...
  7. VsUK81

    Advice on DIY heatpipes

    Hi guys, looking for a bit of advice. I'm experimenting with heating solutions for my outdoor potting shed & workshop & I'm putting together an electric tube heater connected to copper heat pipes. Now I'm starting off small just as an experiment to see if I can do it & then upscale if needs be...
  8. B

    Low water pressure after DIY work

    I replaced some plastic pipes and fittings on my mains inlet under the sink with copper today. First time ever attempting plumbing, but it seems ok with no leaks. At first it was all hunky dory, but I later noticed my water pressure had gone down. I’ve attached a pic. The section from the check...
    • Biggenz
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    • after diy low water pressure pressure water water pressure work
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: UK Plumbers Forums
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    Hello all tradesman and DIY here

    Just wanted to say hello, as its first time on the forum, and Lou thanks for the warm email welcome, but when I tried to reply it came up as spam I probably misspelt something. having a look around the forum looks like there are some friendly people, hope to become part of the forum and give...
  10. O

    Shower size help/advice (DIY)

    Hi all Fitted a new shower at home and the shower arm extends too far out for the screen (pics attached) a lot of water escapes out of the shower and on to the floor. Is there a replaceable shower arm that I can purchase and if so what should I search to find this? Or is just a case of buying a...
  11. M

    Replace Bathroom Suite (DIY)

    Hi All, I have a 2m x 2m bathroom suite which I'd like to completely change out myself. I'd be replacing the bathroom suite for like for like. I'm going to go for something like the following...
  12. Old house

    WHAT CAN I DO WITH THESE PIPES IN LOFT - Survey says DIY standard?!

    Hi All Newbie so please bear with. We are selling our old house - built 1880. The purchaser has shared their survey report which states that the pipe work in the loft is of DIY standard. This was done before we bought house 10 years ago, and everything works fine but obviously I have to try and...
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    Restrict Flow to One Direction ONLY!

    Hello, I'm a DYI'er and I've recently installed 2 gravity water tanks at my residence. Both the tanks have the same inlet and outlet both connected to each other via a "Tee" connection. I'm having issue with the tank overflowing because of reverse water flow though the outlets. Since one tank...
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    Drain over flowing - any easy fixes?

    Hi all, I’m a complete newbie to all things plumbing and realistically house related and this is an issue we’re having at the moment, our drain is overflowing whenever we use it… is this a situation where I can use the vinegar and baking soda trick or would I have to get someone out ?
  15. Muskopia

    Can't get a plumber - DIY advice

    I'm renovating a house. Can barely get ANY tradesman (I need alot of work done). Did all my own electrics - now for plumbing! I want to use six 4-rail manifolds(pictured) to run 10 radiators. 3 for flow, 3 for return attached to 22mm. Located in a central place (under landing floorboards) then...
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    Is this a job for the pro’s or a job for a competent DIY guy.

    Is changing a radiator a job for the pro’s or a competent diyer ?
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    Hello - DIY homeowner

    Hi everyone just wanted to say hello. I am a UK based homeowner trying to get better at DIY jobs.
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    Soil pipe leaking, and diy inspection?

    I’ve had a rodent problem in the loft (I know they are in the drain because I saw rats in inspection chamber). The soil stack appears intact in the vertical loft section and vented at roof. I’m pushing the insurance to get a drain survey (water company did cctv the drain and said no defects)...
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    Help needed. Toilet tank flash valve access/flapper replacement.

    Hello, I was wondering if anyone knows it this kind of flush valve can be opened to access the flapper to replace it? The water from the tank is leaking into the bowl one drop at a time and i thonk the rubber flapper os not sealing properly. Can this be ooened in anyway to access the flapper...
    • Venom_Matt
    • Thread
    • diy flush valve help help needed leak needed replacement tank toilet toilet trouble valve
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: DIY Plumbing Forum
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    DIY

    DIYer’s question ….. but what is this at back of the toilet under the rim? am having problem with a full toilet flush. Have changed the cistern valve. ciuld this be stopping the water getting all around the pan and should it be there!! thanks all.

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