Perform Your own annual Plumbing Inspection

Perform your own basic annual plumbing inspection

· Check all your pipes are insulated

· Check for leaks along the pipe joints

· Check for leaks on the Taps, Mixer units & Shower fittings

· Check for leaks in your Toilet cisterns & Water tank

· Check the water pressure on taps, mixer units & shower fittings

· Check all the Stop Cock valves are able to open & close

· Check all Isolation valves are able to open & close

Make sure you know where your main incoming Stop Cock is located!

· A green colour around a copper pipe can indicate a leak

· Water flowing out of the overflow pipe (usually located on the outside) can indicate a faulty ball valve

· Water continuously flowing into the toilet bowl can indicate a faulty ball valve

· Insufficient water to flush with can indicate a faulty Siphon

· If you catch a dripping tap early, it can be a simple cheap repair to replace the washer

· Leaving it can result in the whole tap unit needing to be replaced

· Discovering & repairing a stiff Stop Cock can save you from major water damage, as can your main Stop Cock & Isolation valves

· Repairing a leaking Toilet or Water tank can save you money on your water bill

· Non-insulated pipes can result in freezing water & burst pipes occurring, which can result in major water damage to the property

Note: If in doubt call in a reputable Tradesman

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