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    New member, starting a NVQ to become a plumber.

    Hi I'm Chris, 31 just began my career change from fishmonger to plumber, this site is great however, please for the love of all that is make a mobile friendly version it's hell using this on an iPhone. Look forward to many discussions.
  2. S

    Battery drill, 18v or 14.4v, does it matter?

    What is the difference between an 18v or 14.4v drill, combi, driver. Does one battery last longer than the other? Is there more torque? Does more volts mean drill lasts longer, not overworking? Just not sure what to buy. Or any other drill options for that matter.
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    I need a replacement pump for my gas boiler, will this one do?

    Hi, It looks like the pump of my gas boiler has given up the ghost. I'm pretty sure it's the pump that is the problem because the boiler starts and stops after a few minutes - I believe because the pump isn't circulating the water around the house so the boiler cuts off automatically...
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    • Forum: Plumbing Jobs | The Job-board
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    It's been a while and I know you'll be over the moon to hear...

    I'm back! https://video-lhr3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hvideo-xpf1/v/t42.1790-2/10460218_776832355722387_311683250_n.mp4?efg=eyJyb HIiOjM0MiwicmxhIjo1MTJ9&rl=342&vabr=190&oh=c55c915 d052acdd62277f9c55dd46515&oe=55E59DBA
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    ACS Exam

    Hi Guys I have my ACS practical this week and was wondering what to expect. We've done all our papers, but there's a wait for the practicals, however need to know what to expect when I walk into the bay. Our tutor is not every good at getting to the point when you've asked a question, or he's...
  6. C

    Quick question I'm sure you'll know the answer to!

    On my combi boiler, if my diverter valve was sticking or not moving as freely as it should be, could that cause some of my rads to heat and some to stay cold? Or is it one or the other (hot water or heating) Having problems with two cold rads and have tried everything and now after days of...
  7. D

    British gas Subcontracting

    Hi there im new to all this. heared people going on about subcontracting to british gas how do you apply for this. so i can let my boss know
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    Biomass RHI

    Afternoon folks, advice needed, I want to head my company down the biomass install market at the moment, I've been involved in district heating and biomass install but I want to be able to certify and be involved in the whole project rather than just parts, what's required by my company to...
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    if you dont like Land rovers you'll love this if you like Land Rovers you wont HA HA

    Neochori Land Rover Crash - YouTube watch and enjoy haha
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    Thermostatic Valves

    Hello I am getting a new boiler put into my property. currently the rads do not have thermostatic valves. I take it is good practice to have these installed. Is it an issue on older rads? They all seem fine. Also what is a good quality valve in terms of design and function. I remember having a...
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    What manometer would you recommend?

    Does anyone use a digital manometer? Which do you use and would you recommend having one in addition to a water one? Can they be used or burner pressures as well as tightness tests? Thanks and merry xmas to all :carolers:
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    Zoning

    Ive been asked to look at splitting a heating system into two areas in a small workshop with offices upstairs. at present it has a 54 kw boiler fitted with a time programmer and trvs on all radiators, both up and downstairs. when it gets too hot in the offices they simply switch off the boiler...
  13. S

    You'll get the big jobs soon......

    :whatchutalkingabout This is what I was told by some miserable old duffer the other day, My van is well stocked for emergency call outs and the vast range of every day plumbing sagas we come across. I think his point was that he earns way more than I do! I doubt that very much but as I...
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    gas meter

    what are the regs on moving a meter - the meter supply pipe enters the terrace front room in corner fed from outside in alleyway between the next terrace the customer wants the gas meter in the next room. is it possible to connect to the ecv and run a 22mm pipe to the next room and fit the meter...
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    Registering with Gas Safe

    Hi, I will be registering with Gas Safe when i start my business, (should be around April). Just wondered what the process is? I heard you get a probation period but don't know much else. Also heard they come and talk to you when you start out at your home. What do they ask you? ACS questions...
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    • Forum: Plumbing Jobs | The Job-board
  16. A

    cis or paye

    Finally managed to get on site as plumbers mate.the agency im working for doesnt directly pay my wagethey use an umbrella company.They have asked me whether i want to go as paye or cis can anyone tell me which is better?
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    Power flush on a system with double entry valves?

    Anybody offer any advice if it's wise, it needs doing, but iv never attempted it on a system with those awful double entry valves. The system also has 10mm to the radiators.
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    • Forum: Plumbing Jobs | The Job-board
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    Best tool I ever bought: Crystal Ball

    Went to fit a toilet seat to a back to wall WC tiled all around. Thought - not a big problemo. Prob a pain to get in and out, bit of making good, no real faff. Then thought, I paid for it - might as well use it. Whipped out the Crystal Ball. Good job I did because what awaited me was: Twist...
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    tax return, self employed

    just wondering when and how you send your incoming and out going (tax return), paperwork in, i have just recently went self employed, do i need to do it at all ?, those of you that have been there done that, your input would be appreciated.i don't have a accountant
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    Plumbing Apprentice advice.

    Hi there, I'm a South African currently doing my plumbing course back home and in order to qualify I need to do a 2 year apprentice. I was thinking of coming over to the UK as I think it will benefit me in the long run and earn great experience, compared to doing it back home. My goal is to...
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