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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