Recognise an unvented cylinder
An unvented cylinder is not too hard to identify if you know what you are looking at. The first thing to know is that the cylinders fitted to this type of system are usually constructed from copper. They will normally have a fiberglass insulated cover on them, although it may be a foam covering/insulation. There […]
Water Supply (contaminated)
A contaminated water supply is a very serious issue which can result in a serious health hazard, especially in children and the elderly. If you suspect that this has happened, then you need to contact the supplying company for your area. Battersea Plumbers can recognise contamination in pipework.The most common way for contamination to occur […]
CH Valve and Motor (replace)
Many things in our homes can be controlled automatically, including of course the central heating system. This system has undergone many improvements in automation over the last few years. Sometimes, however these controls do go wrong. For example a motor driven valve. Battersea Plumbers can find, identify and rectify faults on valves.Change a valve:Before you […]
CH System (gravity fed)
The water in this type of system will enter the property via a valve called stop-tap. It then transits a ball valve and start to top up a small tank called a feed and expansion tank in the loft. Battersea Plumbers can fit, service and repair a central heating system. Gravity allows the water to […]
Boiler ( considerations for new fit)
Boilers are just like many pieces of equipment, you know that at some point in their life there will be a need to retire it and replace with a brand new model. The chances are that technology will have improved greatly since you had it installed. Now if you do intend to fit or have […]
Blockage in Gutter and rain pipe
During the life of your outside fitted pipework, it will definitely suffer from a blockage, of some description, whether it is large or small. Now you can try and deal with this yourself or you can pass it over to a professional plumbing service like Battersea Plumbers who deal with all kinds plumbing problems.Lets take […]
The Water Closet
The term water closet refers to the room where your toilet pan is situated But when we are talking about the WC, we are usually referring to the complete package of the toilet cistern and attached pan.The WC suite has actually undergone several design changes over the last few years. Today our water regulations limit […]
Relocate a Radiator
Tools required:Tape measure, pencil, power drill with masonry drill bits, spirit level, screwdriver, spanners and pipe cutter or hacksaw.Materials:Radiator, wall mounting bracket, two radiator valves 50mm, No 12 screws, rawl plugs, 15mm copper pipe, compression plumbing fittings and PTFE tape.1). Lay the radiator face down and fit the wall brackets onto the straps on the […]
Top Tips for your Plumbing In Winter
These tips may help you to avoid a plumbing emergency in winter and could save unnecessary expense and distress. Battersea Plumbers can provide a professional plumbing service with fully guaranteed work. Find out where your stop valve is located on the incoming water supply main and label it. Whilst you are looking find where other service […]
Heat Pumps a Basic Introduction
You will be surprised to find out that a heat pump can both heat and also cool and in some applications is preferred to a separate heat and cold source. Battersea Plumbers can provide expert advice on all aspects of plumbing and heating work. When you think about cooling a hot building, you probably don’t […]