Drains and Plumbing Help & Advice

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With over 50 years’ experience in plumbing, heating and drains under our belts, we thought we'd put our know-how into a series of useful guides and tutorials. They'll help you solve all kinds of household issues. But, if at any point you need a helping hand, just get in touch to book one of our expert engineers.

How to unblock a clogged bath or shower

Is your bath/shower blocked or slow to drain? The following easy to follow...

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How to unblock a sink

Is your kitchen or bathroom sink blocked? Well, don’t worry. The following easy...

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How to unblock a toilet with or without a plunger

Is your toilet blocked? Don’t worry. The following guide will help you to...

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How to maintain and clean your drains

We explain how to easily maintain the drains in your house, helping you to...

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How to shower with no hot water

Find out how to take a shower without hot water, including the many health...

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What are water gullies and how do you maintain them?

We explain what a water gully is and how you can keep it well maintained to...

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What to do if your toilet won't flush

Toilet won’t flush? There are several possible reasons why nothing happens when...

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How to get rid of rust stains

Rust stains on fabrics like clothes and carpets can be tricky to remove. But...

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How to unclog a sink

If you're stuck with a blocked sink, it's not always obvious what the best...

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How to unblock a drain

Discovering a blocked drain is a sure-fire way to ruin anyone’s day. To stop...

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How to fix a dripping tap

The sound of a leaky tap going drip-drip day and night is enough to drive the...

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What does a boiler service include?

Look after your boiler, and your boiler will look after you. This unassuming...

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What does a gas safety check include?

When you book a gas safety check, a gas engineer visits your home to check that...

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How to unblock a toilet without a plunger

Clogged and blocked toilet? This isn’t something to put off dealing with, no...

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How to flush a radiator with or without a powerflush

Flushing your radiators is a great way to improve how well they work, making...

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How long does a gas safety certificate last?

The simple answer is: a gas safety certificate lasts for twelve months. If you...

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How to detect signs of carbon monoxide poisoning

What is CO poisoning? Unsafe fossil burning appliances can produce a highly...

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How to fix a loose or wobbly toilet seat

A loose or wobbly toilet seat can be a real pain in the…neck. Luckily it can be...

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What causes condensation on windows?

We’ve all thrown open our curtains in the morning, only to find the windows are...

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How to cure condensation in the home

If you’re looking for a permanent solution to stop condensation in your home,...

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How to remove or replace a toilet seat

If you’ve tried fixing a loose or wobbly toilet seat, or you just fancy a...

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How to clean a shower head and remove limescale

Everyone loves a nice shower. But to keep things flowing freely and enjoy the...

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How to use a plunger

It might look a little comical, but every home should have a plunger. Not only...

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How to unblock a dishwasher that won't drain

Once you’ve got used to a dishwasher, it can seem like a real pain to have to...

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How to remove or replace a toilet seat

Need to replace a cracked or broken toilet seat? Find out how to carry out the...

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How to find your outside stopcock

Need to locate the external stopcock for your property? We'll explain how...

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Can you afford to risk water damage at home?

Find out how to cut the risk of internal flooding and water damage in your home...

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How to fix low water pressure

Are you having problems with your boiler pressure or the flow of water in your...

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How to fix a dripping tap

Having problems with a leaky or dripping tap? Find out how to fix it and what...

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Temporary fix for a leaking water pipe

Do you have a leaky pipe? Find out how to temporarily seal it yourself until a...

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How to get rid of damp, mould and limescale at home

Having problems with damp, mould or limescale? We explain what causes these...

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How to remove damp, mould and mildew

Mould not only looks unpleasant, it also causes common health problems such as...

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VIDEO: How to unblock a toilet

We shouldn't need to tell you just how important a properly working toilet is....

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Preventing radiator problems

No one likes being stuck without heating. And if you don't know how to stop a...

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How to prevent hard water from ruining your plumbing

From kettles to shower heads, hard water can affect just about every part of...

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Preventative plumbing: Home maintenance before a holiday

Getting ready for a holiday can be stressful. And with so much to think about...

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Boiler maintenance: A breakdown of common boiler problems

Showers, baths, hot water and heating – if there's one thing in your home that...

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How to fix a leaking sink

A leaking sink isn't just a nuisance – escaping water can do serious damage to...

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How to maintain your drains

Knowing how to fix stuff is great. But knowing how to prevent problems is even...

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How to turn off your water supply

If you're planning on doing any kind of plumbing work around the house, it's...

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Kitchen plumbing advice

Keeping your home in top condition isn't just about drains and pipes. Sometimes...

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Bathroom plumbing advice

From clogged-up showers to toilets that won't flush, there are plenty of things...

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How to fix a running toilet

A constantly running toilet isn't just a pain in the neck – it can also become...

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How to bleed a radiator

If you've noticed that your radiators aren't as hot as they should be, or that...

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How to fix a burst pipe

If you've got a burst pipe, it's important to act quickly. It's not just a case...

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How to prevent frozen pipes

You wouldn't send the kids outside without a coat, so make sure you're showing...

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Reasons for low water pressure

We know how frustrating it can be when your water's not coming out right. No...

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How to prevent backflow

Clean water is something that we probably all take for granted. But if your...

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How to fix a dripping tap

A dripping tap isn't just a problem for perfectionists; it's also a waste of...

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Common plumbing tools

If you're getting ready to tackle a job yourself, you need to come prepared....

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