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No p-trap on basin?
Plumbing  •  704 views  •  0 answers

I have no p-trap on my wash basin and a continuous flow of air coming out... what is in that air besides the smell?

Stopcock cutting off
Plumbing  •  702 views  •  7 answers

I’ve recently replaced my leaking stopcock, however, when I turn the water on to more than a trickle, it cuts off with a thud - do I need to adjust the gland nut or head gear joint, or is there another reason why this is happening? Thanks in anticipation, Jo

Sanha press fittings?
Plumbing  •  700 views  •  2 answers

Can you use speedfit or hep20 pipe into Sanha , geberit or similar press fittings

What is electric water tank noise?
Plumbing  •  697 views  •  3 answers

I have a loud vibrating noise coming from my water tank which has occurred twice so far. The first time was after having a shower. The second time it occurred after running the water in the bathroom sink. I realised what it was the second time and looked at the …

Why does my washing Machine leak?
Plumbing  •  692 views  •  8 answers

I have a washing machine, it is only a year old, but water comes out from underneath and the tap under the sink appears to be leaking. I have tried adjusting the water pipe placements etc and it is still happening. Any ideas? Thank you

Water running in drain no taps on
Plumbing  •  680 views  •  3 answers

Water flowing constantly in the drain for kitchen/bathroom but no taps are switched on. Any ideas why?

Clicking noise from kitchen mixer tap?
Plumbing  •  680 views  •  0 answers

Got a weird clicking noise coming from either kitchen mixer tap or perhaps pipes under sink. Happens every few minutes during day and night when water is not even in use. Heat is off too. Any ideas what this could be? Have drained pipes 6 times so not a water …

Cause of noisy shower?
Plumbing  •  678 views  •  5 answers

We have recently had our shower replaced..with exactly the same system as previously..but now our shower is extremely noisy. If we reduce the temperature or turn down the pressure it stops. Assuming it has something to do with the water pressure. If we take off the shower head the noise …

Does kitchen tap type matter?
Plumbing  •  672 views  •  0 answers

Hi! We live in a house where hot water is heated in a tank from the coal fire back boiler, or electric top up when required. Does this have any impact on choosing taps, ie can I opt for monobloc mixer, or is it better to be able to control …

Squealing humming pipes in first floor flat - help needed!
Plumbing  •  667 views  •  3 answers

I am currently experiencing some serious ‘pipe noise’ in my first floor flat and really need some advice! Basically, there is a loud whining / whirring / screaming sound coming from the water pipes in the wall (I think in the bathroom - but can’t locate it exactly and it …

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