Hi Guys, apologies for probably sounding clueless and all that but would really appreciate some advice before I take on my first tap replacement. I am currently training for my C&G 6129 and am attempting to get out there and gain a bit of "Hands on" experience. I have been asked by a friend if I could replace their kitchen tap. They have purchased a "Bristan Echo Sink mixer" ?? I have been over to size the job up and all looks FAIRLY good. (Appreciate these are the words of death). The current taps are very similar, both have the copper connectors that are "Tapered" (I would say from 15mm to 10mm). My problem is that I don't really trust my soldering skills enough to do it the professional way so am interested to know if it would be acceptable to use the flexi connectors? Reading other posts, I am lead to believe most of you guys don't really like these, especially the push-fit ones. However, I would be inclined to go for compression (feels and looks stronger). Firstly, is this allowed? Secondly, would they reduce the working mechanism of the mixer tap?
My plan was to cut the pipe back from the existing connectors,(once isolated water supply), remove old tap, replace with new, with flexi connectors tightened (Hand tight?), Secure with fixing rod and nut and then connect to pipes. Isolation valves are already in situ further along the pipe so plenty of pipe to use. Am I right in thinking the compression fittings will need olives?
Many thanks in advance for any help as I attempt to breach the big wide world of plumbing!
My plan was to cut the pipe back from the existing connectors,(once isolated water supply), remove old tap, replace with new, with flexi connectors tightened (Hand tight?), Secure with fixing rod and nut and then connect to pipes. Isolation valves are already in situ further along the pipe so plenty of pipe to use. Am I right in thinking the compression fittings will need olives?
Many thanks in advance for any help as I attempt to breach the big wide world of plumbing!