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How to Replace a Flush Valve

Posted by in Acton Plumber, on April 13, 2014

First shut off the water supply at the stop valve located on the tube that supplies water to the tank. Flush the toilet and sponge out the remaining water. To make this repair you’ll need to remove the tank from the bowl. Start by unscrewing the water supply coupling nut from the bottom of the […]

Gas Boiler Maintenance (Tips)

Posted by in Acton Plumber, on April 12, 2014

Look after your boiler and will look after you. During its life this maymean seeking professional advice from Acton Plumbers for maintenance and repair. Remember, central heating troubles can be tricky to solve and dangerous. If you ever suspect a gas leak you must immediately contact the National Gas Emergency Service immediately on 0800 111 […]

How Heat Pumps Work

Posted by in Acton Plumber, on April 7, 2014

When you think about cooling a hot building, you probably don’t think of heat pumps, in fact the words “air conditioning” are more likely to be the first two words that come to into your mind unless you are careful with your budget and wise with your money. Another alternative you could also go with […]

Radiator valves

Posted by in Acton Plumber, on April 5, 2014

A control valve will be fitted to each end of your radiator. One is designed to open and close the radiator and the other valve which is called a lock shield valve is fitted at the other end of the radiator and is not adjustable with a plastic dome shaped cap Acton Plumbers can fit […]

How to Cut and Solvent-Glue Rigid Plastic Pipe

Posted by in Acton Plumber, on April 4, 2014

Rigid plastic pipe cutting is carried out regularly by professionals such as Acton Plumbers to facilitate plumbing repairs and installations. To begin with find the length of plastic pipe needed by measuring between the bottoms of the fitting sockets. Mark the length on the pipe with a felt-tipped pen. Plastic tubing cutters do a fast, […]