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  1. C

    Dry test for leaks on speedfit/ tectite sprint install

    Hi, I've finished a ch installation using speedfit and tectite sprint, and wanted to drytest for leaks. What pressure should i dry test at? Can i dry test the radiators, coil, drain cocks and manual air valve as well? (I'm isolating the boiler and pump using isolation valves). Any tips...
  2. M

    How to install rigid shower riser on top of existing mixer

    Please see photo attached of existing mixer in bathtub (https://www.victorianplumbing.co.uk/lancaster-traditional-bath-shower-mixer-with-shower-kit) I'd like to install a rigid shower riser on top of it. See specifications below. I have also included a drawing showing the actual dimensions in...
  3. Stoney Ground

    Looking for ASHP install commission

    I am doing a job in Sussex, and will be installing an ASHP, looking for someone to do refrigerant side of system. Don
  4. R

    Insinkerator leaking after install

    Hi All, I've just had an insinkerator installed and it's leaking water. The leak is happening through a hole in the top of the pipes next to it and the hole looks like it's supposed to be there. If I turn the insinkerator on whilst water is draining, it sprays up through that hole. It only...
  5. M

    Churchill Imistor 25 unvented install help

    went to job with this system. Looks antiquated to me and seems to be scaled up judging by symptoms. Not familiar with this entirely. Its a block of flats with cylinder coil fed by central boiler in complex i assume. Looking at replacing with megaflow, pulsacoil etc but can anyone help me...
  6. jaydebruyne

    Non Registration of Boiler Install

    Went to see a job today where a boiler had been disconnected because of the flue.. see the pic, was shocked when I saw it. Anyway, turns out an inspector from Gas Safe Register was the one who attended and ID'd it. But also the installer didn't register the boiler for building regs compliance...
  7. R

    Nest install help :(

    I have a Worcester Greenstar 30Si and I'm trying to install the Nest Thermostat. I'm under the impression the case is a sealed unit can anyone confirm that for me please? If so, can I get to the wiring without breaking the seal. I'm fine with electrics but boilers aren't my thing and I don't...
  8. M

    Unvented install on a combi

    Hi I need to install an unvented cylinder along side a Worcester green star heatslave 12/18. cust wants the boiler to supply hot water to the kit tap and the tank do a bathroom and cloak. is it possible to wire the tank and zone valves back into the boiler to allow operation? we will have a...
  9. A

    New Boiler install

    Hi We have just been allocated a sheltered bungalow by our housing association, it has a newly installed gas service and also a new boiler an ECO Combi Compact RF not sure if it is a 24, 30, or 36. The boiler is plugged into a standard kitchen wall socket there is no room thermostat or timer...
  10. A

    Conflicting advice on flow and return for new install

    I need some advice please. I have had several quotes for a central heating and hot water installation for a large 3 storey house with 22 rads (inc towel rails) but the advice I am receiving is conflicting and just wanted a bit of insight please. Chap number 1 suggests 22mm flow and return in...
  11. M

    Cold Pressure Almost nil, after new shower Install.

    Good evening gentleman. This would be the first post of many. As I pick up DIY myself, I am immensely interested in the aspects of plumbing. This post is about that, and also so I can wear the proverbial other mans shoe (my plumber) before I think irrational things. So, I have a 25 year old...
  12. B

    Shower install question

    Hi All, i am not a professional and all I can do is a bit of diy here and there. However to have mybarhroom updated I called a local plumber who calls himself a bathroom specialist. They have had few good reViews hence nothing suspicious on my mind. I have a problem with shower enclosure they...
  13. M

    Nest install!

    Hi all. When you guys install the Nest heat link on to a wall, how do you wire it? In regards to the fact the wiring enters from beneath the box which makes it look untidy?
  14. J

    Install dishwasher OR washing machine opposite sink

    Hi folks. I have a relatively small kitchen with a washing machine next to the sink. I want to put a dishwasher in but the only place for it is opposite the sink. This raises a few issues with how the dishwasher waste pipe would work... 1) Would it be better to put the washing machine opposite...
    • JohnthePainter
    • Thread
    • install machine sink washing washing machine
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: UK Plumbers Forums
  15. M

    PE-X water pipe install...

    Hi.. I am having my kitchen remodelled and the plumber has replaced the copper piping with PE-X piping to feed the kitchen sink water supply.. My question is..... He has laid the hot and cold pipes next to each other in the floor and concreted straight on top and tiled above, is this the...
    • mrebay10
    • Thread
    • install pipe water
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Bathroom Advice
  16. M

    Easy install stats?

    Hi all. I've got a Worcester 28i junior with a mechanical clock and room stat. Wiring wise, what would be an easy swap over to a more modern programmer/stat? I'm not to used to wiring up. Any advice appreciated.
  17. R

    Engineer needed in Leeds LS10 to install new boiler

    Afternoon all: Following my other post http://www.ukplumbersforums.co.uk/central-heating-forum/93051-boiler-recommendation-2.html and now 3 weeks without heating/hot water homeserve wrote my gloworm 30cxi off. The engineers report said that the reason the boiler had failed was due to the...
    • richardc1983
    • Thread
    • boiler engineer install new boiler
    • Replies: 19
    • Forum: Boiler Advice Forum
  18. W

    Mira Platinum install issue

    Hi, I recently bought a Mira Platinum shower system and have just installed it. Installation went fine and is fully operational. Next, I unpacked the controller and followed the manual re. fitting batteries and pairing etc. As the last battery was inserted the display fired up with "r03" for a...
  19. Riley

    Meter install question

    Morning all quick question I was always of the impression that a meter piped on double anacondas was wrong. Just come across this but gas safe have said its fine as long as it's on A meter bar. I don't really mind either way as I've already found enough on this system to condemn the...
  20. B

    Hive smart thermostat install

    Hi I have bought a hive thermostat and just wanted to make sure fitting the receiver right I have a saunier deval combi with White wire hanging down if I put a switch spare with 3amp to live& Neutral then does the wire from boiler go in 2&3 i don't need a common wire ??? thanks

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