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Household Plumbing

Most people think that the plumbing system in their house is very complicated and therefore are unwilling to carry out even simple plumbing tasks. In reality, a domestic plumbing system is actually quite simple. Once you understand the basic system and have gained a few basic plumbing skills there is no reason why you can't fix most plumbing problems yourself instead of having to call in an expensive plumber.

As you gain more experience you will have the confidence and knowledge, not only to do repairs, but also to carry out a range of plumbing projects. For example, plumbing in a new washing machine or bathroom suite, or replacing a cold water tank. Doing these yourself can save you a considerable amount of money in labour costs.

Even if you don't want to do any plumbing repairs yourself, knowing how to turn off the water supply and drain the system can help reduce the damage to to your home and personal possessions while you wait for a plumber to arrive.

Here are some useful articles about household plumbing.

Compression Plumbing Joints - How to make compression joints.

Metric Sizes in Plumbing - The problem of connecting old pipes to new pipes.

Repairing a Capillary Joint - How to repair a leaking capillary joint.

Repairing a Compression Joint - How to repair a leaking compression joint.

Soldered Capillary Plumbing Joints - How to make a capillary joint.

Stopcocks and Gate Valves - Information about stopcocks and gate valves.

The Domestic Water Supply - How the water gets the taps in your home.