The flushing mechanism as a whole is usually very dependable so should yours fail this should be put down to just plain bad luck and you can bet that it will pick the time you want it to flush it will fail.In the first instance, just try giving the cistern and flushing handle a really […]
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Any newly built property in the UK will now by the current regulations have to fit TRVs or thermostatic valves on all domestic central heating radiators. They control and save heat in every room at the same time. The result is very good energy management and savings. The older valves the heat could not be […]
There are a number of reasons why it may be necessary to remove a radiator for example, to make decorating the wall behind it easier or even to replace it with a new one. Bear in mind that it is not a two minute job and consider asking for professional help if you are not […]
During ice cold conditions, water sitting in a pipe turns cn turn to ice if the weather is cold enough. This ice will expand until it eventually splits the walls of the pipe or breaches a joint. Ashford Plumbers are experts in this field. Copper pipework is more likely to split than lead, which can […]
A tank used to hold cold water is usually known as a cistern. Cisterns today are made of black plastic rather than any older material. The use of plastic allows them to be light, durable and flexible which can make it easier to fit into the loft and they also resist the growth of any […]
Tap Choice.Here is a selection of taps and short description:Mixers.These are two taps with a common spout hence the name mixer. The taps are linked either by a deck block ( flat against the surface ) or a pillar block (which is raised). Many mixers are of a two hole type that fit in a […]
There is a plumbing fault with your central heating system that needs to be fixed, to the extent that you have to drain the system. Ashford Plumbers carry this out.Method.1. Turn the boiler off so that the pump is not operating.2. Wait until the water starts to cool.3. Turn off the main stopcock to the […]
Many modern WC systems are too small to accommodate a traditional ball float syphon flush mechanism. Instead the inlet valve is either a modified diaphragm type wit a very short float arm, and miniature float, or an ingenious vertical valve with a float cup that fits round the central column of the valve body. Ashford […]