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In order not to buy every pipe slice make out there. ...
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I find even...
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First post here, am an avid DIY'er and I'm putting in my mother-in-law's bathroom this weekend, this will be the 3rd bathroom that I've...
Never seen that type of ratchet wrench before...
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Could be useful, Amazon sell singles of large...
I don't live near a city and need to figure out how many rods of 56% I need to solder 3" copper to copper and come copper to stainless steel. I...
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I have been asked to install a new electric shower at a property. The customer is saying her old one has no power. She has a combi boiler...
could they supercede my Knipex vice grips? As Madonna used to say, please justify my love...
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Anyone used the nylon guides eg
https://www.benditnow.co.uk/product/b1522pg-plastic-guide-set-15-22mm/
Say there more durable than the alu ones...
I work for a company that makes silicone dispensers and we're running a small focus group in Hungerford (UK) on 14th June to get feedback on some...
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I recently opened the packaging of a new wood cutting semicircular cutter
for my Dewalt multicutter tool. As I was recycling the...
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After the plumber changed the expansion vessel, the boiler was leaking even worse leading it to being condemned. It is quite old, so I suspect it...
Can I get Newteam Handle Chrome 911m SP-075-0015-C either new or used anywhere in the UK or any part of the world? If not is there an alternative...
Hi, got a porcalenosa mixer shower that i need to replace the valve on it. Not sure what tool is used on it as it looks unusual. please see photos...
My Irwin pipe bender has lost the retaining nut for the central bolt and the 12mm we have on site aren't the right pitch.
Does anyone know what...
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Can any plumbers recommend a good, reasonably priced inspection camera for use in waste pipes?
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Which make is fairly foolproof? I tend to almost always go down the mechanical unblocking route but I want to leave a few bottles for a few...
My house seems to be freezing and my double pvc glazing windows were installed over 20 years ago. The window seals have seen better days and...
I know this is off topic.
However my car petrol door/ cover has come off. It needs gluing back on. I have tried gorilla epoxy glue. But it keeps...
I'm looking for a shop/store to buy spare A/C parts in Lewisham. I'm looking for a compressor and electric board, if anyone knows of where to get...
Ive looked at the tech specs and it seems that the REMS has a lower flow rate but higher pressure at 5.5 bar. the Kamco has a higher flow rate so...
I recently moved into a flat with a Worcester Bosch CDi 35 Compact (or Classic System maybe?) and the thermostat on the boiler was broken (the...
My Parkside wet vac has sh_t itself .20v battery is sound but motor seized.Is anybody familar with the 18v Bosch 10 litre?
Hi, the 15mm pipe work to my shower use compression fitting, the elbow joint which is in the wall and the pipe comes out and in to the shower is...
Seems like a good deal...£16.57 with discount code.
eBay item number: 154980230006...
I bought a Hozelock tap to hose fitting, though it doesn't fit the tap.
The diameter appears to be 22mm.
I desperately need a fitting for a...
Anyone use a drill attachment for deburring soil pipe or just whip a grinder around?
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Scenario,..... I go to install my new Washing machine and the little shut off valve has Seized solid and i can not access the mains water shut...
Dear all just bought this and tried to install yesterday.
Item is rubbish. Washer missing from bt which is needed to stop bolt turning. Other...
Evening all,
I've not been on the forum for a while, what is/are your opinion(s) on EPH mv's please?
Regards
Jim
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I've just had a mare of a day digging up a kitchen floor trying to re-route pipes. Can anyone recommend some kind of pipe detector...
Is there a decent third party offering out there as OEM are pretty expensive?
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Was looking at the Milwaukee transfer pump and wondering if it was fit for purpose ?
I’m doing new build and use a drill pump to...
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My Superfire 2 is now leaking gas from the pressure relief hole ( just below the trigger).
It is 14 months old and looks like new. The previous...
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Hope you can help with a central heating issue. I tried turning the central heating on today but without success. The orange light that...
I am thinking of buying Rothenberger-Force-Pump to clear a blocked toilet ( when needed) but as its a bit on the pricey side I wondered if someone...
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I am trying to undo the non return valves on my shower to clean them but they won't budge, I guess there is a tool for doing this but can't find...
Alright my plumbers from another mother
Know it’s been asked before but what core drills are people using. I need to bite the bullet.
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I am trying to undo the non return valves on my shower to clean them but they won't budge, I guess there is a tool for doing this but can't find...
I've a few bags all set up for different job types and all but my hot works tote all well past their use by date.
I tend to stick to Stanley...
Hello all our university is doing a project to build a rocket engine, we would need somewhere where we could learn how to choose the fittings...
Looking to get one of these for a while and just got a job that's perfect for it to save me a fat drain down on a very old property, which one do...
My bathroom tap is dripping water, I want to change the tap valve, but I don't know the valve size, if somebody familiar with the type of tap...
Hi all where can I get a aco 202 serviced/ repaired and then callabrated, having a real pain trying to find someone to do this,for such a well...
Hi everyone, I think this topic may have been covered before? I'm looking at getting a press gun, more specifically the Novopress, it's just my...
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I've recently purchased a press tool which is branded geberit but it's actually a novopress aco 103.
I was wondering if anyone knew if...
Hi all. I am looking at getting a press tool and was looking for advice please TIA.
Armeg jaw droppers. I hears good things and I like a new toy. But both the machine screws on one of them that hold the sliding jaws wouldn't bite...
I'm looking for a hole cutter or hole punch that you would use to cut a hole in a stainless steel sink for the waste to install into. Standard...
Hi, does anybody know what gas is in the freeze master's pipe freezing units, mine could do with a check and a top up. My local aircon branch...
What's with the lack of sds max adapters for diamond cores.
I see countless sds plus bits as well as sds plus to keyed chuck adapter but I can't...
My sister lives far away and needs work done and there are loads out there, which ones would you recommend if any?
I'm thinking of getting a Stud Finder, so that when I drill or nail something into a wall at home, I don't puncture any pipes, wires etc.
I heard...
Hi,
Has anyone experience of the new Monument benders?
Any feedback?
Now these have been out a little while can anyone give an honest review???
So it is time for me to scrap my vivaro which has just be written off my the insurance company after someone crashed into the van while parked...
Hi guys looking at upgrading the van and am looking at putting some sort of inverter set up in place. Now I know nothing about these other than I...
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I need to correct a mistake in the heating system in my dad's flat which has two radiators connected with flow in at bottom...
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I’ve purchased a basin mixer tap for my bathroom.
trying to install the tap and can’t find a tool to fit the nut that holds the tap in...
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I like it...needle bearings everwhere, less stress on the hands, rock hard cutting wheel +...
After not doing plumbing for alot of years my tools could probably do with an upgrade eg my bacho 10,12 inches open about as wide as a 6inch wide...
I need to replace 13 TRVs due to sticking issues, I saw that Honeywell do a tool to remove and exchange the TRV inserts', this will save me...
Yes I know topic has been covered umpteen times but here is another. Has anyone experience of the Rigid 32573 supposedly goes from
6mm up to 28mm...
Having a brain fade, I had a boxful and now I can't find them anywhere. Seen, bought or used these.? Used for extra trunking support, no not my pants.
The drain cock on my water cylinder is very close to the ground and is obscured by piping installed by the previous owner. The spigot is at the...
I'm looking for a quality robust sealant between rubber bathroom flooring and sanitary ware as well as gap filling between floor and skirting...
Just got myself a new 15/22mm pipe bender and am looking for a container. I have seen a couple of bespoke bags, but would rather a solid case of...
Hi everyone,
I am going to change the tap in my bathroom, is it quite straightforward to change a single lever tap, do I need any specific tools...
Hi all,
I'm a novice so go easy ;-)
I have a Rothenberger SuperFire 2 torch and would like some advice as to how to safely remove the tip from...
Hi, anyone used the PlumbChum yet. Pretty decent tool.
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Hope everyone is staying safe. Need a little help as over the past few years I have kept my pipe slices in all kinds of containers but have...
What’s the best vacuum cleaner For cleaning out oil boilers
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I run my own firm and always struggle to find good dust sheets like the British Gas ones.
Heavy cotton in a colour other than cream with...
Can anyone tell me what is the best way to drill a hole in a soil stack. What drill would be best.Its external. Thanks.
Thanks in advance, this was a tool a plumber friend has that I know I need also. I think I could make out that it's a Ridgid, but not sure.
Had to change a couple of monoblock taps a while ago and struggled to do the job untill I bought a set of cheap box spanners..
Although the...
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I'm looking to purchase a 40mm PVC/Plastic pipe cutter, i have a ceapy chinese ratchet type one but the ratchet system is broke, plus a...
Hi all,
Anyone got one of these? Look good to me.
Hi there
I just bought a Novopress ACO103. I attached a picture of the machine and the jaws. Can someone tell me what fittings can be used with...
hi chaps - thinking about investing in one - not sure to go rothenberger or arctic products...any suggestions? pros and cons? much appreciated...
Saw a version by Unilite that made me wince price wise, the end light isn't great but the bar light can open up and brightly light the inside of...
Has anyone bought one yet? Going to buy one? Or even leasing one with a view to buy.
Probably crazy to buy one now as the price is only going to...
hand tools have went missing and wondering if anywhere rents out hand tools so I can get a job finished tomorrow?
Hi all. I hope you are keeping well.
I just had all my hand tools pinched from the side door of a house as I was packing up. Probably about £300...
Evening all,
IYHO which is the best plastic / mlcp pipe cutter (not for waste pipe).
Cheers
Jim
currently an apprentice and just changed over some basin taps my tap spanner isn’t great and slips off a lot, can anyone recommend anything decent...
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I'm after an inspection camera, there has been times when I've needed to look down a drain, or check a leak under a shower, or look under...
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I am looking at getting my kit started as my boss has given me loax Ash and I have some. Does anyone have any tips on wefd to head to...
I bought these (not the ones in the image, what they sent) Ratchet Tool for 0.5mm²-10mm² Ferrules -...
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Hi guys just wondering is there a drill pump or something that I can attach to pressure test when I'm on new builds. Currently using the...
What’s the best soldering mat / heat proof mat available?
How long do they normally last...changed the batterys but mine still churps away over an opened gas hob as if there's no leak (after calibration).
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I after opinions on which M Class dust extractor is better for coreing holes when using a dust extraction adaptor. I have narrowed it down...
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What drill bits do you guys use for drilling thick porcelain tiles? Got 4 bathrooms to second fix with 10mm thick tough porcelain tiles. I’ve...
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