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  1. M

    Plume kit installation query?

    Hi guys. I’m only qualified on natural gas but I believe I’ve been booked to do a plume kit on an lpg boiler. Am I right to say I’m not qualified to do so?
  2. DjClubber

    Electric Boiler Installation: -

    Going to be doing a job installing a Full Heating System using an Electric Boiler: - Is working out the kw to the property the same way as sizing a Gas or Oil Boiler? I am hoping to go down a Combi route in a 4 Bathroom House, 2 Main Bathrooms and 2 En Suites. Not actually seen the Job until...
  3. P

    New boiler installation position

    Just starting the refurb and extension and plan to put a new boiler under the stairs with a vented door directly to the outside. Thinking of putting a large hot water tank upstairs. Wanted to keep the boiler away from bedrooms if possible. What regs are there regards position?
  4. A

    1940’s-50’s Newhome Gas cooker Servicing, conversion and Installation

    Hello everyone, As per my recent post regarding my vintage 1940’s-50’s Newhome Gas Cooker, I have finished the partial restoration (photo attached). I contacted someone and they have informed me that it is against regulations to install a cooker that does not have a flame failure device (FFD)...
  5. C

    Gas installation free labour

    Hi All, New to the forum, I am looking for gas work experience as I am undertaking my gas diploma in order undertake my CCN1. My company only look after commercial systems and I require domestic installations for my portfolio evidence. My company are willing to release me to gain this...
  6. R

    Incorrect boiler installation ?

    Hi, I've recently had a new boiler fitted under the ECO scheme. The engineer that carried out the installation was in a constant rush. After the installation he checked all the radiators were hot but I pointed out a loud banging/gurgling noise. He said it was air in the system which would settle...
  7. D

    Installation of filter tap

    I have a Brita filter tap (hot/cold mixer + filtered) and I'm trying to decide what I need for it. Has anybody installed/used on of these and do you have any advice? I've noticed that the flexi's to the filter are very long (800mm) but they can be hard to get replacements as the tap end an M8...
  8. C

    WiFi Thermostat Installation

    Please can someone help before I knacker the boiler, we have just moved in our house and there is a Worcester Greenstar Heatslave 2 oil combi boiler. It already has an old dial thermostat which apears to have Live, Neutral and Earth wired into it, I would like to change for a WiFi one, the Wifi...
  9. OffshoreGas

    Boiler installation/service manuals

    Most manufacturers seem quite good at providing information on their systems but it’s a bit of a pain having to get an internet connection every time you want to access a manual. Do any manufacturers allow you to bulk download big chunks of their manuals to save to your laptop/iPad...
  10. D

    3 way valve installation positioning

    Hi, does a 3 way valve need to be in an upright position or is any angle ok? The reason why I ask is that we seem to get through a large number of these valves and ours is installed at a 45deg angle and I am wondering if this could be a problem as the motor is always roasting hot. Thanks, Daniel.
  11. M

    Domestic installation in a commercial property

    Hi, I have been a gas engineer since 2003 but I have been off the tools in management since 2010 so a little rusty with changers to the regs. I have a situation for the company I work for which is as follows: The building is classed as a commercial property, it has 3 combi boilers installed...
  12. T

    Flue placement on new boiler installation

    I've just had a new Vaillant boiler installed yesterday to replace a 30+ year old Glowworm boiler and I'm wondering if anyone could comment on the placement of the flue.
  13. T

    Wedi Board installation

    Has anyone got a link for the installation instructions for Wedi board please ? Also, do you tape the joints/corners or just use the 610 adhesive as a lot of you tube vids show ? Or both ?
  14. M

    Gas hob installation query?

    I don’t normally fit hobs or do much gas install work but im installing a gas hob. Am I right in saying it’s just a gas rate of the appliance and check working pressures?
  15. Q

    Full LPG gas central heating system and installation Madeira Portugal

    Looking for a skilled and well served experienced and qualified plumber (or team) to design and install central heating running on LPG in Madeira Portugal . The idea is to design the system from plans and then ship all the equipment to Madeira and then install . I am in talks with a Baxi...
  16. I

    Zanussi Ultra+ Combi 35 (Ideal Logic+ Combi 35) - Nest, 3rd Gen/OpenTherm Installation

    Hello, I'm seeking some advise/assistance with the installation of a Nest Learning Thermostat, 3rd Generation on a Zanussi Ultra+ Combi 35, which I'm sure many will be aware is a re-branded Ideal Logic+ Combi 35. OpenTherm has been selected as the preferred control protocol, simply because both...
  17. I

    AFTER MAIN WATER FILTER INSTALLATION PRESSURE GOING DOWN

    Hi Everyone i just installed to plumber main water pipe water filter system. But right now pressure goes down more than %60 and hot water not reach to shower. What is the solutions for it except take out of course :) Thanks
  18. O

    Hive Installation Advice

    Hi, I am looking to install a Hive thermostat and was looking to find out if it is possible on my system and if so is it something i could do or would I need it to be professionally installed. I have an Ariston Combi A 24 MFFI boiler and in the lounge I have a Boss Therm controller. The timer...
  19. S

    Bathroom installation skills

    Hi All, I am new to this forum, so please accept my apologies if I have not followed any protocol. Currently I have no knowledge of plumbing, but I am keen to learn and my intention is to gain skills and be able to install/ renovate my own bathroom. I have read few posts about Access Training...
  20. M

    Boiler Installation (Qualifications)

    I had a new combi installed recently. Great job, very clean install and everything working fine. I have noticed on many occasions on this forum the attention paid to qualified labour being essential. Mine was a two man job and although I had no reason to doubt his ability the second man (...

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