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  1. Kittyg

    Replace TRV4 valve on a gloworm system

    Hi guys, So sorry if this has been posted hundreds of times already! I need to change a broken TRV4 valve on an upstairs bathroom rad. Do I need to drain the whole system to do this on a Gloworm Ultimate boiler system? If so, is the pipe in the pic (above the boiler) the drain off...
  2. T

    low pressure/cut-off after 2 mins >> been told to replace/upgrade entire system!

    Have attached short video link to make explanation easier View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzBcvJTr10I 646 sqft apartment 1 ensuite bathroom 1 large(r) bathroom 150L(ish) boiler/water tank Grundfos Amazon STP-2.0 B ( AP030) (i think) 00:00 Water pressure upon opening is fine with hot...
  3. Skhwoody

    Removing tap to replace washer.

    Hi, I am new to the site, and cannot believe I haven't found it earlier. Anyways I have 6 taps all leaking 8n the house and all the same tap. They are a fixed Unit and there is a hole at the back which I assumed would need a Allen key, it's clogged up but cannot get an Allen key in...
  4. G

    can i use a mid position actuator to replace a zone valve actuator

    can i use a mid position actuator to replace a zone valve actuator
  5. R

    How long can it take to replace a fully back-to-wall WC pan?

    Bit of a head-scratcher and I know the answer is 'how long is a piece of string'. A potential customer wants a fully enclosed back-to-wall pan (the type with no access from room side) replaced. Not something I have done before. While there is an access panel where the concealed cistern is...
  6. B

    Replace elbow with Corner branch svp

    Hi everyone, I’m a kitchen/bathroom fitter and have a job coming up where the customer has had an extension built and added another bathroom which backs onto the existing bathroom. the existing svp comes up in the corner of existing bathroom then runs horizontally to the toilet in a 1m high box...
  7. J

    How to replace actuator pin valve (uponor)

    I have an actuator pin which is leaking when closed, i have swapped the actuator itself but that has not resolved the problem. I have ordered a replacement actuator valve but I'm not sure what i need to do to replace,,, if i put a spanner on it straight away I'm guessing that water will go...
  8. M

    Replace MagnaClean with another filter

    Background - I'm a DIYer but am comfortable with draining down systems, adding radiators and using flux and solder etc. So I've inherited an old system in our house with a 28mm old-style MagnaClean on the return. Both isolation valves are knackered (common fault the internet tells me!) so I've...
  9. A

    Recommendations to replace this in landlord property

    Hi everyone Another post from myself to add to the list if not a problem. What would you be replacing this with in a landlord property? He's not too bad, doesn't want to penny pinch and put in the cheapest rubbish available but wants reliability and not be ripped off. What would you go for...
  10. H

    Replace cast iron

    I would like to replace the cast iron branch with plastic but am not sure how far below the floor level I will find the point where the branch spigot enters the female fitting. The floor is in a garage and there is a room below that I cannot access therefore all work has to be done from above...
  11. M

    Do I really need a Combi-boiler to replace my existing boiler in A1 condition?

    Hi just joined the forum. Looking forward to getting some experienced opinions here. Really quite desperate to get 2nd opinions etc.... We have a house built in 1934. Our water inlet pipe was changed to the blue plastic about 2 years ago. We had a disconnected water softer when we moved in and...
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  12. Ted808

    Replace SE duct boiler-

    I've been asked to price up for replacing an old Halstead F50 system boiler and unvented cylinder. I'm sure it will be a pandora's box. Have yet to take a look but any advice welcome, pionters to look for and suitable replacements. I've seen Vokera do a suitable but not keen. Will do more...
  13. M

    Life expectancy of header tanks and ball valves, relocate or replace.

    I am going to move my central heating header tank and started to think about the life expectancy of various plumbing items. The tank is polypropylene and has a brass ball valve with plastic float. It’s 40 years old. With the issues of sustainability etc, it’s it likely that these items will...
  14. falable

    Is it possible to use jg speedfit pipe and fitting, to replace small section of copper?

    hi, so we had tried to fit an isolation valve into copper pipe that came close from the mains supply, but i'm not proud of it. we had to leave the mains water valve at half pressure or else the fittings would leak/pop off. It was my first attempt at plumbing and i assumed i could easily move the...
  15. J

    Android app to replace GIW

    Hi guys, I used to have GIW on iPhone but changed to android and can't get it on android, all the other apps seem to have bad reviews- any suggestions for an app that does boiler manuals? Don't need quoting app. Boiler mate 2.0 looks good but no reviews! Also how do people remember boiler...
  16. J

    Cost to replace ideal logic 24+ sump

    Hi all, I have been informed my boiler sump on my ideal logic 24+ has a crack. A common fault on the ideals by the looks of it. I can source the sump for about 55 quid. How much would you say is reasonable to replace the part. Ps I've just had my boilers serviced and they never noticed the rust...
  17. Hansodeon

    What to replace ceiling heating with??

    We are taking on a project. 1970s house in a village with no gas supply. The house currently has ceiling heating panels which are incredibly energy inefficient and which will need replacing with some other type of system. Most houses in the village have either oil-fired boiler and radiators or...
  18. A

    Replace Aqualisa Quartz

    Hi can anyone recommend what would be the best replacement shower for this please.
  19. A

    Recognise this shower? Replace with???

    Hi, I was sent this photo today. Been told it leaks - not sure where from. Customer wants it replacing. Said I'd have to take a look but canyone recommend a suitable replacement? Thanks
  20. nov

    Replace old central heating timer switch with hive receiver ?

    Hi need a bit of help I have a old central heating system in my house with a back boiler. on my switch/timer on the wall i can select hot water only or hot water plus central heating I cannot select the temp here ether that's done under the fireplace. i turn dial from 1 to 4 . then my...
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