PLUMBING SUPPLIES – WHICH TOOLS DO I NEED?

Plumbing Tools - Pipe Wrench

Every homeowner should possess the necessary plumbing tools in order to perform emergency do-it-yourself tasks around the home. Sometimes, there is simply no way to predict when a plumbing project or emergency might arise. And, with the plumbing supplies and knowledge at your disposal, you could very well save hundreds of pounds that you would otherwise be required to spend on a plumber. The following are a series of tools which every DIY plumber should have on hand: Pipe Wrench The first of these is the pipe wrench, which is essential for the rotating and gripping of pipe fittings and … [Read more...]

PLUMBING WITH PUSH FIT FITTINGS

15mm Push-fit elbow

Tools required :- Marker pen and pipe cutter. Push fit fittings are one of the better inventions to come on the DIY market in recent years, the time they save on plumbing installs or repairs is invaluable. You don't need a blowlamp which takes away the risk of fire or burns, and they can be fitted with just a few hand-tools. They are available in plastic, copper and chrome finishes and a wide range of sizes, offsets and connections to suit most plumbing DIY jobs around the home. Inside the push fit fitting there is a rubber 'O' ring which creates the seal around the pipe, because … [Read more...]

FITTING A NEW KITCHEN – 1 What you need

kitchen

To completely fit a new kitchen you need to be a competent DIYer, with good skills in carpentry and a good knowledge of electrical and plumbing work. If some of the work needs to be carried out by a plumber, (Gas Safe registered for gas work) joiner or an electrician then these are costs that need to be considered. Even with these costs you can save a lot of money fitting the kitchen units yourself. I was recently quoted around £1500 to fit a basic kitchen and the quote excluded plumbing and electrical work so there are great savings to be made with DIY.     Fitting a new … [Read more...]