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  1. cotswoldmark

    Connection type?

    Hi - I'm looking to put in a water filter system (Water2) using flexible pipes connectors that come with the unit. Could someone help me identify the connection types I have circled in red, and any recommendations how I could connect the pipe to these? Does it simple screw in to the yellow...
  2. Bettyboo

    Leaking McAlpine ubend connection to Burlington waste basin

    Hi My basin waste became blocked and so I unscrewed the McAlpine u bend , when I went to put it back I found it was leaking from the top of the ubend near the sink . As the seal was a bit worn I bought a whole new McAlpine identical replacement ubend from screwfix but it has made no difference...
  3. K

    Seeping pipe connection to Loft Cold water

    Had a problem with hammering noise coming from pipes (triggered by hot water, though it could be eased if you put the cold water on). Went through everything i could, checking joists etc. Problem appeared to be the ballcock in the loft cold water tank. Ive replaced it but for the life of me i...
  4. T

    22mm MDPE connection

    I want to reconnect some outbuildings to an existing water supply. The supply pipe is old 22mm MDPE and buried for a fair distance so not going to dig it up and replace it 😬. Question is can I use normal 22mm plumbing push-fit connectors to make the connection as finding 22mm MDPE fittings...
  5. Sparkgap

    Height of soil vent above connection.

    The soil pipe from my bathroom passes through the outside wall and into the roofspace above the adjacent single storey kitchen before dropping into the ground at the end of the kitchen (about 4.5m out). The existing vent riser comes off outside the bathroom and rises through the roof on the...
  6. T

    Leaking solder connection

    I have discovered a very old end feed 22mm t connector under the bath is very gently weeping water. It’s in a place and with pipework that are going to make it a pig to get at and replace as it is nested between other pipes. If I drain the system would it work to heat it up and end feed some...
  7. B

    How should condensate drain connection be made at top of downpipe?

    [ASIDE: I did wonder if this was the best forum for this but figured as it was a boiler related issue that the gas engineers would be dealing with it as a matter of course. If I'm wrong can someone let me know and I'll shift it to a better place.] I have a condensing boiler installation...
  8. mehmet

    Combi underfloor heating and external boiler connection?

    Hello, I have a gas boiler in my apartment that heats a net area of 300 m2 with an underfloor heating system. The boiler has a capacity of 45 kW. There's no issue with the heating system, but I want to increase the hot water capacity. I plan to connect an external 200-liter boiler. How can I...
    • mehmet
    • Thread
    • boiler combi connection heating underfloor underfloor heating
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Boiler Advice Forum
  9. A

    Soil pipe connection?

    Fitting a new toilet onto this old cast soil pipe that only fits in about 2inches. It's coming through the wall at an angle and can't be changed because of an extension below. The new pan connector keeps dripping on a full flush any ideas on a solution other than silocone which the old one had...
  10. Sannie

    Soil Pipe Connection

    What size coupler do I need to connect soil pipe to main drain - please see photos
  11. M

    Part 2 float connection?

    Hi guys What connection goes on to the part floats please? It looks like it should be a compression to me rather than tap connector? I’ll add a pic Cheers
  12. M

    Failed boss connection please help?

    Desperate to sort this chaps. I’ve installed a boss strap today and the bloody thing is leaking. I glued it as normal and cleaned it up so I’m unsure what the issue is. Any advice for the easiest fix please?
  13. T

    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...
  14. E

    Homes 1924 bathrooms tap connection cunundrum.

    Most grateful for any advice on the fittings reqired to enable 22mm feeds into the mixer taps via the chrome extension pipes customer supplied in a kit with no instructions. The taps are 'Homes 1924 Bathrooms' This is a free standing kit. There chrome pipe is 35mm internal with a detachable...
  15. B

    Separate mains water connection query

    Hi I have a question, I want my flat to be separately connected to the mains water supply for water coming into my kitchen and bathroom instead of sharing the same pipework as my neighbours. Is this doable and if so is it the water board who will carry this out or a plumber? My flat has shared...
  16. W

    Existing Sewer House Connection - Townhouse Development

    Hi All, I am after some advice in regards to an existing sewer house connection. I have a property where I am looking at completing a small townhouse development - 3 x 3bed townhouses. The existing sewer hc for the property is assumed to be a 100mm stub. When completing small developments...
  17. F

    Advice on waste connection for bowl sink

    Hi, I need some advice connecting my bowl sink to the waste. There was a Insinkerator installed that I have replaced with basket strainer waste (Viva PP0011). I need to connect the waste but I find myself going around in circles in regards to selecting the correct parts. Thanks FrankW
  18. R

    Fridge filter connection adapter

    Hi, I would like to connect up water supply to fridge. Behind the fridge there is 15mm isolation valve installed however filter connector has got bigger size. I assume I need some kind of adaptor from smaller to larger size. Could someone advise what exactly do I need please? Thanks
  19. A

    12 x 1.6mm MLC to 15mm copper connection

    Hi will be using 12x1.6mm MLC for a project and would like to terminate into a fitting other than an UFH manifold, eg, regular 15mm copper. Can't seem to find a coupler for that - any ideas out there? cheers Andy
  20. Naseemkhan1682

    Stop Valves for LDC 50mm Connection

    Hello, I received an offer from the Water Board for a LDC MDPE 50mm connection. We are currently laying the works required in our boundary. A stop valve is required for the external meter chamber but we are unsure which type to buy? There are many available online with substantially...

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