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  1. M

    Replacing this flush valve...

    Hi guys. I hope you are well. Does anyone know what size hole it is for this button connecton? Actually, what I am trying to say is can this be replaced with a fluidmaster? Thanks
  2. A

    Advice on replacing Microbore pipes

    Hi I have a radiator in my kitchen which I would like to change. I was confident changing the radiator until I realised that it has 8mm Microbore piping running off through a wall and feeding another radiator. This is pictured here The radiator which I’m looking to install is a cast iron...
  3. Andrew Stride

    An old mains stopcock on an 30mm pipe needs replacing, please help.

    I need to replace the stopcock on an old mains water pipe. The house is about 60 years old, the pipes OD is 30mm, my local plum centre said they had no parts available to do this. The old stopcock is leaking and seized solid. Any advice about where I can get the parts to fix the problem would...
  4. H

    Oil usage up after replacing thermal store

    Hi there, we replaced our Rotex Sanicube thermal store after discovering large amounts of sediment in our hot water supply. It was replaced with a Wocester Bosch unvented 250l cylinder. The sediment issue was resolved immediately but have noticed a large increase in oil usage. Probably going...
  5. S

    Moved house - boiler broken and needs replacing

    Just moved in and we knew the combi boiler, a Ferroli, was a total piece of the proverbial! Anyway it’s losing pressure - called out our home emergency and they said the boiler is on it’s last legs! In summary we have 16 radiators, 2 showers, 1 bath and 6 sinks, although they won’t all be used...
  6. J

    Replacing Room Thermostat

    Hi, I've recently had a new Worcester Greenstar Ri gas boiler fitted and want to replace the old mechanical room thermostat. I really wanted a digital room thermostat but I understand that this isn't possible. As I understand it, a digital thermostat would need wiring directly to the boiler...
  7. Steve weightman

    Replacing bath taps question

    A new set of taps they said yes I said booked in at 4pm lol. Just before I start to smash my hands to bits with getting them out what's with these tap connectors do they screw off if so do they need fibre washers when I eventually get them off Thanks
  8. K

    Replacing an old shower install

    Hi Sorry for use of simple terms. Just explaining what I can see. Have attached a picture.We have opened a boxed in old shower fitting but this looks very different to what I have seen before. I am used to seeing one pipe to fit a new shower but this has two pipes. Would this mean knocking into...
  9. B

    Tap still dripping after replacing cartridge

    Hello, I changed the hot tap cartridge on my quarter turn tap about 1 year ago. I changed the discs and washer of the same hot tap cartridge in June of this year but it is still dripping. Is there anything else I can try do stop it dripping? Any help would be much appreciated
  10. G

    Replacing boiler for combi. Fair price??

    My parents have recently had a problem with their worcester 24ri boiler where the water heats up but the heating does not. They have had a local plumber which they have always used and wouldnt use anyone else to look at the problem. The outcome being a £6500 quote to replace with a combi boiler...
  11. Jimbob1973

    Replacing radiator and valves on open vented system.

    Hi, I have a hot water tank, 3 header tanks in the loft and so I am assuming I am on an open vented system. I wish to replace a bathroom radiator with a wider one so will need to extend the existing pipework. I also want to tile around the pipework by drilling the tiles (for a neat finish) and...
  12. E

    Replacing TRV on radiator, 15mm pipe to 22mm radiator

    I’m trying to replace my TRV on my radiator but have found that my pipes are 15mm copper but the radiator has a 22mm radiator tail. There isn’t enough space between the valve and the radiator/pipes to fit a compressor (which is what I think I need...) the old broken valve looks like it goes...
  13. TMHM

    Replacing Drayton 3/4 wire thermostat. New BG one does not work in existing system.

    Hi Folks. I am trying to replace a damaged 4 wire (L/N/E & Switched L) Drayton Invensys RTS1 Electronic Thermostat with a replacement BG WS4 Electronic version. As can be seen from the attached pictures, both have identical wiring diagrams, however the WS4 will not work in situ. If I connect...
  14. B

    Replacing a toilet, but don't recognise this soil flange in the floor to join a pan connector?!

    Hope someone can identify what I need to connect my new toilet pan to the vertical soil pipe in the bathroom floor. The old toilet's pan drained vertically into the soil pipe. I now need to fit a new toilet + pan connector, but the flange in the floor doesn't appear to be catered-for when it...
  15. P

    Fair price for replacing shower tray and surround?

    Hi all, Have had a quote to rip out existing tiling (due to water ingress), replace the shower tray and replace tiles with plastic wall panels. This is a small ensuite, approx size 70cm x 80cm x 170cm high. Quote is 2k and a week to do. Does this seem about right for the job?
  16. J

    Replacing Riello 40 g2s with Riello 40 g3

    Hi Bit of advice needed. I have a riello g2s burner 22 years old that had been noisy and then stopped working, motor not turning just buzzing sound then lockout. I removed the fan cover and was able to free up the motor. So now working again but still a bit noisy. I can get a new R40 G3 for...
  17. L

    Replacing Honeywell thermostat with nest?

    Hi all, just after some advice I’m looking to replace my current thermostat with a nest system. It states that’s it’s compatible however wanted to check before purchasing and installing. My thermostat has 3 wires as shown in picture. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
  18. T

    Replacing heated towel rail on combi system

    I have got a Worcester Bosch combi boiler heating system with a MagnaClean filter. The heated towel rail in the bathroom is white and rusting, so I plan to replace it with a chrome rail to reduce the likelihood of future rusting. Am I right in thinking that when I disconnect the existing towel...
  19. A

    Replacing Fordham Flush Panel toilet fill valve

    Has anyone replaced a Fordham Flush Panel toilet fill valve with modern one with integral overflow mechnism?
  20. Paul Haynes

    Replacing lid on 2 button cistern - whole mechanism screws out

    Had to take the lid off to replace the inlet diaphram, but now can't replace the lid without also messing up the two button mechanism. This is not a 'normal' two button cistern, where the buttons can be removed individually, with this one (make unknown) the whole dual button bit unscrews so you...

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