REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR PVC ROOF GUTTERS AND DOWNPIPES

Half round and Deepflow profiles

Roof gutters need to be cleaned out and in good condition to do the job they were designed for, namely redirecting water from your roof to a drain. If the gutter is blocked or damaged water can build up and / or overflow down walls creating a risk of damp occuring in your property. Fortunately replacing PVC gutters and down pipes is not too difficult to do, and can be done with a handful of tools a power / battery hammer drill and an extension ladder (See How to install section). There is a wide range of  gutter profile and fittings available in most DIY stores (See diagrams at … [Read more...]

HOW TO INSTALL PVC GUTTERS AND DOWN PIPES

Gutter fixed to fascia board

Tools required :-  Extension ladder, power / battery drill, medium screwdrivers, hacksaw, chalk line, tape measure, half round file, spirit level. Start by measuring what length of guttering and down pipe you will need for the project. List any connectors, stop ends, set angle pieces of gutter, gutter outlets, clips / brackets, usually spaced around 30" (760mm) apart, and fixings you will need.(See post on parts for gutters and down pipes) You will probably need to use an extension ladder to reach the appropriate work height, get someone to foot the ladder whilst you are … [Read more...]

AVOID THOSE FROZEN PIPES

DIY Tips and Advice - How to Avoid Frozen Pipes

Leaks and burst pipes can cause untold damage to a property especially if they go unnoticed for any long periods of time like a holiday break. To reduce the risk of external / internal water pipes from freezing and leaving you with a expensive clean up bill please read the following tips :- Any water pipes hot or cold, copper or plastic that are outside your home should be insulated against the risk of freezing using pipe insulation which is available in most DIY stores, plumbers and builders merchants, it comes in various sizes to suit most pipework. Don't forget to insulate pipes … [Read more...]