I am currently looking at the possibility of adding a downstairs toilet and basin and the only viable drain is a 68mm rainwater on the outside of the wall where the cloakroom will be. I have combined drains at my property, the 110mm drain is reduced down to 68mm CI and runs as a rainwater to the...
Looking at the possibility of working abroad and need some advice, particularly on which countries to look for, recruiters to look out for, and which ones to avoid. Seen some jobs posted particularly in the middle East, Afghanistan, Iraq etc and was wondering if anyone has experience of working...
Totally agree, my thinking was that in 20 or so years (maybe add an extra zero for britains advancement) that renewable energy will provide the largest percentage of grid electricity. Avoiding heat loss rather than creating heat is also a very good way to look at this matter. The advancement in...
I understand that a great percentage is produced by gas, nuclear and coal and only around 25% is produced by renewables however my thinking was in the next 20 years this will probably reverse and (hopefully) renewables will lead the production.
Gas boilers are great at the moment however in the not to distant future the need for an alternate fuel source will be inevitable. I understand Ground source heat pumps, air source, biomass etc are current alternatives however I personally feel these lack the practicality and performance needed...
More out of curiosity and to gain knowledge on the matter, what is the general energy consumption and pros and cons between a standard combi boiler say an ideal logic, and a 4kw potterton gold electric boiler feeding an unvented cylinder at about 100l or so? Any general thoughts on electric...
I'm a 24 year old plumber, been doing it for 6 years now. Also have gas qualifications. Served my Apprenticeship and continue to work for a company that deals with new build housing. Looking for a complete career change and was wondering if anyone had transitioned into a new interesting career...
I have recently moved from an hourly rate to price work on new build sites. I was wondering if there are any experienced plumbers who have been on price work that can recommend some handy tools or methods to get things done a bit quicker without compromising the quality. Simple things I have...
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