Welcome to the forum. Although you can post in any forum, the USA forum is here in case of local regs or laws

work

  1. R

    HIU - how do they work?

    I've recently found out I have a HIU (heat interface unit) in my new build flat. I've been searching the web for info on how they work, but none of them answer my main question - does HIU work by providing heated water direct from a central plant into my flat, or is the heat generated by it used...
  2. W

    Quote check for boiler work

    Hi Everybody I'm new here so first a quick hello! Secondly, would anyone mind giving me their opinion on this quote: £320 to change PRV and recharge expansion vessel. I'm in the South East of England. TIA
  3. D

    Plumber required in Reading for repairing radiator pipe work

    We had a builder repair and rebuilt our property. He used his own plumber to do all the work around the property. We have since had a few issues which require to be resolved. - I have a radiator in my en-suite that doesn't heat up. All other radiators are working except this one. I think...
  4. M

    Request for work shadowing please - SE London, Kent and Surrey

    Good evening I am looking for a work shadowing opportunity with a view to work alongside an experienced plumber/heating engineer such as yourself on a part time basis from July 2019. In the meantime, I would like to be able to enhance my plumbing skills and confidence so I would be very...
  5. Pistolpete82

    Potential shoddy insurance work , needs neutral opinion

    Hey Everyone - New here i am at a seriously loose end , i had a problem with my sewer waste it kept clogging up after back and forth for many a while between my insurance company and seven trent , my insurance agreed to change what they say was a bellied pipe holding water ... they came last...
  6. K

    System explanation from pipe work

    I am wondering what type of heating system I have could someone clarify for me. Pipe 1 I believe is the return to the cylinder but also runs to the attic. Pipe 2 I believe come from the boiler to the cylinder and pipe 3 to the rads, I am wondering how does this work with out a motorized valve.
  7. J

    retired plumber wondering about work

    I retired from plumbing about 18 months ago but i'm bored and could do with a bit of extra cash.I live in London,I no longer have a van but i can travel for nothing on buses and tubes etc.I got myself an old codgers shopping trolley that i can put my tools in.I only want straightforward easy...
  8. plumb_know

    WORK LIFE BALANCE???

    Hi Everyone, Just wondering what sort of hours people are working as i seem to be working all the time, thinking it may be time to take on another engineer. i leave the house at 7ish and get home about 7-8pm then do paperwork till 11-12.
  9. A

    Gas work certification.

    My son has a tame Bg gas engineer he uses. He is planning on getting him to replace his boiler and install gas hob in new kitchen . I have told him to ensure the gas engineer issues a valid certificate which he will need for insurance etc . But my concern is he legally do this work privately?
  10. B

    looking for a position as a trainee plumbers mate, or work experience in worcs/birmingham

    Hi, My name is Blake, I am 28 years old. I am currently doing a NVQ level 2 in plumbing and heating at Worcester college. I am doing the evening course (two nights a week). I would like to find employment as a plumbers mate in order to gain some experience, or some work experience with a...
  11. A

    Ergo Auger! Easy drain work!

    Love my edit **wonderful UKPF**
  12. Ricardo Napoli

    Newbie here and new to site work

    Hey guys I’m new to this site. Hope your all doing well . Been offered a job on site doing new builds for a big contractor. what prices are you guys getting? As I’m new to price work. Any response will be great. Thanks
  13. M

    New build site work price work

    Does anyone on here do price work on new build sites? Or run a company that offers their employees price work on sites? I may have a new build project coming up and want to know what sort of prices people are being paid so I know what I need to offer. Ideally if anyone had a full price list it...
  14. Y

    Problem with Ideal toilet seat, and cant work out how to change it

    toilet-1 toilet-2 Hi. My toilet seat was soft closing but one day i gave it a push down as it was closing and that made the top part no longer soft close. The top part has now come off and I cant see how I can reattach it as there is nowhere for it to attach onto. Hopefully the images will show...
    • yelf
    • Thread
    • ideal toilet work
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Boilers
  15. C

    Training as a Plumber, looking for hands on part time work.

    Hi guys and thank you for taking the time to read this. I am currently working through a at home course compete with practical training at a centre. I have my Level 2 Diploma in Plumbing studies and have so far completed 32 modules of the course which is 42 modules in total. I am waiting for...
  16. M

    Request for work shadowing in South East and Kent

    Good I am looking for a work shadowing opportunity with a view to work alongside an experienced plumber/heating engineer on a part time basis from July 2019. In the meantime, I would like to be able to enhance my plumbing skills and confidence so I would be very grateful if you would consider...
  17. K

    Passable work or bodge job!?

    Hi, just trying to get an opinion on some plumbing the bathroom/kitchen fitter is in the process of fitting for our new sink, shower & rad. First pic is cold supply coming in through the wall from the toilet next door. There are double joists right under the stud wall, hence coming in hidden in...
  18. CorgiDirect

    It's back to work ! Let us put a smile on your face. 20% discount on popular technical paperwork

    Offer Expires: 13/01/19 BUY HERE
  19. O

    Water softener how does this work?

    hi guys I’ve fitted enough water softeners but somehow I cannot get my head around this installation. How does the water pass through the salt to get softened for the properties? I can see it has a cold water inlet and outlet as usual but don’t seem to understand how it can be softened...
  20. M

    Underfloor heating, I've done the donkey work testing, can you diagnose

    ok, so I have a underfloor heating manifold with 11 ports (see pic) Rooms struggle to warm up. Think I know why, here's what I've tested: 1. Pressure expansion tank in garage 2 bar - ok 2. Boiler working, water hot - ok 3. Thermostats calling for heat and actuators respond - ok 4. Flow: all...

We recommend City Plumbing Supplies, BES, and Plumbing Superstore for all plumbing supplies.

Back
Top