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 If in doubt call in a reputable Tradesman
