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  1. T

    Replace Siemens RDJIORF

    Hi, can anybody recommend a more programable mobile thermostat to replace my Siemens RDJIORF. I would like one that is compatible with the Siemens receiver I have already. Possibly with WiFi.
  2. G

    What are these valves called and can I replace with gate valves?

    Hello all, this set up in the attached image was what we inherited when moving in. The balancing valve on the 15 mm bypass and the isolator on the 22mm pipe emerging from the bottom of the cylinder heating coil are both dribbling in the circular recess where the square head sits. My intention is...
  3. cjmarkham

    Replace Combi filling loop

    I have a combi boiler with a leak. It has been leaking for years but the landlord has rarely gotten it serviced (last was 2 years ago). Anyway, because of this leak, we have to refill the boiler every day. The old filling loop has no taps, just screws, and, after 2 years of using a screwdriver...
  4. R

    Hot water heater; service or replace?

    Hello folks, Apologies ahead of time if this query is super basic! Trying to decide to service or replace a vented, gas hot water heater. Symptoms/Observations : Sulfur smell when running hot water, decent amount of rust observed on the cold water inlet hose and nipple, decent amount of...
  5. C

    How easy is it to replace a primary pump in a BoilerMate A Class OV?

    The primary pump in my Boilermate A Class OV, installed in 2007, needs replacing and I was wondering if I could do this myself or need to get someone out to do it? Thanks in advance for any assistance!
  6. O

    Replace grundfos with lowara

    I’ve got an old grundfos 15-60 130 selectric that’s getting replaced as it’s on the fritz. I have had lowara ecocirc pumps fitted for ufh on all 4 floors and think they are great. I would like to replace the grundfos with a lowara ecocirc as well. Would a 25-6 130 work in this case. thanks...
  7. D

    Replace shower Wetroom Waste

    Hi my builder has installed a wet room with the waste connected to the soil pipe without a P trap this is tilled with a waterproof membrane. The room smells of sewage because there is no P Trap. I have had two plumber come by to have a look at this and both have said the tiles will need ripping...
  8. C

    Piping to replace Twin Entry Valve

    Hi - I have the (apparently) dreaded twin entry valve radiators. I really would like to get rid of my immersion heater (to make additional room in a new bathroom) so I believe I can't have a combi boiler with these old twin entry valves. So I would like to re-route the outlet valve (that goes to...
  9. H

    Ideas to replace gas wall heater

    Hi all , my elderly parents have just had there gas wall heater in kitchen blanked off due to regs ( to close to open window) and I am looking for ideas what to replace with , something cheap to run would be nice thanks Howy
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    Pricing to replace a vented cylinder with an unvented cylinder (megaflo)

    Hello , ive recently gone out on my own, i have been working in the industry 15years now /g3 qualified and i would just like to get some advice from the knowledgable people on this forum! i have done a lot of installing but haven't really got involved with the design as somebody else has done...
  11. J

    Should I replace central heating pipework.

    Hi This is my second question and follows on from discoveries made while investigating dropping flow rates where you guys contributed a lot. I have made an access point to the crawl space and had a look around. Let me say at this time we are a living in a cottage so all is on one level. A...
  12. C

    Copper pipes gone black, clean or replace?

    Hi all, I had the house redone about 1.5 yrs ago and all new plumbing was installed. I have plastic pipes in general except copper pipes in the cellar where the boiler and water tank are. The copper pipes have now turned black but the black layer comes off with sandpaper or emery paper. I've...
  13. L

    Can i replace a triton cara shower

    Can I replace a Triton cara shower with a Triton enrich shower? Are the connections etc the same. Dont want to affect the tiling in the bathroom.
  14. R

    Faulty GRUNDFOS ALPHA2 L 15-60 130 replace with Grundfos Alpha 1 15-50/60

    My GRUNDFOS ALPHA2 L 15-60 has developed a fault and I'm struggling to find a replacement to enable a simple swap. Would the Grundfos Alpha 1 15-50/60 be a suitable alternative? I'm hoping to simply remove the faulty one and install this without having to do any further work! Many thanks in...
  15. J

    How replace the washer on this tap?

    Hi, I have this tap and it is dripping. It's quite a complicated tap and I have no idea where the washer is and how to replace it. Can anyone help please? I've put a shot of under with the tap where the water comes out. I don't know whether there is a big hex hole up there and maybe that's the...
  16. L

    How to replace cold water supply line without using a torch or soldering any fittings.

    I would like to simply cut the flex copper pipe off just past the cut-off valve and attach a Shartbite male fitting or a compression fitting on the remaining copper stub which would be 7/8 inch in length after the cut. Would that meet code? Live in North Texas. Thanks, Don
  17. B

    PRV valve loosing pressure. Just replace..again?

    Hi, We have a Glowworm 38CXI combi boiler. Back in September last year I noticed that it was losing pressure and I was having to re-presurise it almost daily. From looking outside I could see the pipe coming from the PRV valve was leaking quite a bit. As such I got a plumber in to check over...
  18. C

    URGENT Old radiator and no key, how do i bleed or just replace?

    I have a very old radiator for which we cannot find a key for. It desperately needs bleeding, any ideas on how I can do it or is it time for a new radiator?
  19. C

    How to replace an O ring on a flip over/swil type basin waste

    We have a flip over hand basin waste plug which won't close properly, I think the O ring has swollen. Can anyone let me know how to replace the O ring/remove the flip over/swivel plug?
  20. K

    How to replace seating washer on Hardie Bathroom products cistern

    Hello, I am in Australia and I have noticed a leak from my cistern into my toilet bowl. Upon investigation I have surmised that this is due to a failing washer. The washer appears to be disintegrating as there are many small black pieces of rubber in the cistern and it flakes easily when...

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