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Common Faults

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Calling all knowledgeable plumbers..

I'm looking to join an evening college class in September, I currently work full time so unable to get proper experience beforehand so I was wondering if anyone could of advise of common plumbing faults you get called out to or reoccurring calls out. This way I can look into them and doing as much research as I can to give me a better chance.

I think I'll invest in the C&G Level 2 book for some light reading but any recommendations would be perfect.

Cheers!
 
That's a hard question.

If you started a trade as an apprentice, I dare say following the health and safety would be learning the various materials we use and jointing methods etc. What kind of course are you thinking of?
 
That's a hard question.

If you started a trade as an apprentice, I dare say following the health and safety would be learning the various materials we use and jointing methods etc. What kind of course are you thinking of?

The Level 2 Diploma in Pluming Studies. I made a start by understanding different boiler types, what flow and return means exactly. Also understanding the components in a combi and what they do.

i know that’s the tip of the iceberg but hope it gives me a start so when I join in September it starts to make sense
 
The Level 2 Diploma in Pluming Studies. I made a start by understanding different boiler types, what flow and return means exactly. Also understanding the components in a combi and what they do.

i know that’s the tip of the iceberg but hope it gives me a start so when I join in September it starts to make sense
You would be better off following the syllabus. You can read it online.
If you are thinking of becoming qualified as a Plumber and then working as one, you would be better doing an apprenticeship. It isn't something you can learn on a college only course in my opinion.
 
You would be better off following the syllabus. You can read it online.
If you are thinking of becoming qualified as a Plumber and then working as one, you would be better doing an apprenticeship. It isn't something you can learn on a college only course in my opinion.

An apprenticeship would be ideal but can't financially afford it plus there's not many about. The plan is to do this course and on weekends tag along with a friend who owns a buisness
 

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