Monthly Archives: February 2019
Toilet siphon
A toilet siphon or toilet syphon is the component in a toilet cistern which discharges the water from the cistern into the bowl, flushing the toilet. It is normally made out of plastic. Generally speaking, toilet cisterns operated by a … Continue reading
Toilet constantly running: the 2 possible causes & how to fix
Toilet constantly running? There are only two possible causes: a faulty ball valve or a faulty flush valve. A faulty ball valve may also result in the toilet overflowing. Either way, a fault with either of these parts will result … Continue reading
Dripping tap: Fix a leaking tap or dripping mixer tap
A dripping tap is usually due to the washer or cartridge no longer forming a watertight seal. It’s hard to imagine a more common plumbing problem. The side effects range from a mild annoyance to a significant impact on your … Continue reading
Motorised valve
A motorised valve is a central heating system component which controls whether hot water from the boiler is used to heat the radiators, or the water in the hot water cylinder for the taps. It is usually found adjacent to … Continue reading
Central heating inhibitor: what is it & how to add it
Central heating inhibitor or radiator inhibitor is a chemical added to a central heating system which prevents sludge from building up. It is an important element of maintaining a central heating system, ensuring its efficiency and protecting it from costly … Continue reading
