i have a shanks Venetian toilet cistern, c1930, and i need a part for it, but have no idea where to find it. There is a metal rod that connects the hande to the Syphon. The syphon rod has a wide flat head on it that stops the connecting rod slipping when the handle is pushed down. This wide...
Hi guys this is my first post on here , I'm based in Northamptonshire , just recently passed nvq 2 certificate looking for on site experience with maybe possible full Time opportunity after , I currently work full time so I can work on my days off or even better a full time...
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I am a little confused and wondered if anyone could throw some light on it please. I am trying to find where to complete part p defined scope electrics so I can safely and legally maintain heating systems in full (not boilers yet)
The reason I'm confused is that some companies are...
Came across a nice old dear today who is at her wits end with BG.
Her Ideal boiler is noisy and 4 different BG guys have given 4 different reasons in the last 3 months one of which is a 15mm copper pipe which runs from the boiler to the drain is "Incorrect" but they can`t alter it under her...
I need a plastic cover for the electrics on a Wilo Gold 50 to stop kids sticking their fingers in. Can't find the part separately. Anyone got an old one lying around. Will cover postage.
Please can anyone give me some advice on BS5871 Part 1?
I have a 5.5kw gas fire installed approx 18 months ago in a 100 year old, property....do I need to have a vent/air brick to be compliant?
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I have a Potterton Puma 80e. The fan assembly is knackered, as it produces a horrible noise when the boiler is turned on. This has been confirmed by a plumber who opened up the combi boiler who has told me the bearings are worn out.
I've had a look on the internet for replacement fan...
Looking for a copy of
http://*****************forum.co.uk/topic/15521-the-part-p-doctor-second-fix-by-alan-lynch-%C2%A31595-and-free-pp/I tried to get "new" at the above for £16 spondoolies, but the websites is rubbish, as it's throwing up scrip errors right-left-and-centre.
So looking for the...
even I know that you can't run a 9.5KW water heater on a bit of 1.5mm flex.
Called out to a tea rooms today with not hot water to the rest room. Apparently the trip goes once a month or so and they just reset it. This time it hadn't tripped. I took the cover off assuming that it must be a 3Kw...
having swerved it for years i now need to take this im trying to read through the paperwork but its heavey going anyone taken this recently give me any pointers to some sample questions seems to me that a lot of the paperwork is more for builder than plumber help
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Quick practical question, I work in the control of Legionella industry as a consultant my background is microbiology and I am fairly limited in terms of practical plumbing skills. The new guidance on controlling the risk in domestic hot and cold water systems (HSG274 Part 2) suggests...
Had this loo for 10 years so with an average use of 5 flushes a day its gone through 18,000 push cycles.
And now its getting stuck.... I tried greasing it, cleaning it, bleaching it, descaling it.
But I guess time is the enemy.
Question: Are these easy to replace? Is it simply a matter...
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I live in Northampton and I am getting more and more frustrated with my employer. I would like to move on so if you guys know anyone who needs a helping hand please get in touch. I am GSR, I have my own tools and public liability insurance.
Thank you.
Hi, if anyone can help here I would be super super grateful!
After 4 fruitless visits, British Gas have finally found the problem to my pilot light not lighting - leaving me with no hot water or heating for the last month and a half.
The part required to fix the problem is a Glow worm Harness...
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If anyone in the Greater Manchester area wants to do the Level 3 Plumbing Diploma, Oldham College are going to run the City and Guilds 6035 from mid September. Its 2 nights a week. You need the level 2 qual. If you are interested come and join us, we are a mad bunch and there is even a...
* EDIT: (thread title should read) Is some part of the cost of outright buying a second hand van tax deductible?
I've heard you can claim for all or some of hire purchase but if you just buy a van for a couple of grand in one go, second hand, can you claim some back? If so I guess it'd be best...