What should you look for in your new home in terms of plumbing, pipes, taps, and fittings?
Before you buy, make sure there is a water meter monitoring the water usage. If your new home does not have a water meter, the local water company determines the charge and typically requires payment in advance.
Examine your pipes to see if any of them contain lead. Lead is typically dull grey, but shines when scraped with a screwdriver. Lead in water can be harmful, so consider how to replace it.
Low water pressure can cause problems. Look for telltale signs like leaking taps and radiators. Leaking equipment or blocked pipes can cause reduced pressure from the mains water. Some modern heating appliances and showers will not function at low water pressure. You can contact the local water company to request pressure and flow measurements to determine whether the problem is with the house or the mains pipes. If you need a professional opinion, contact a local plumber from Eco Heat Wave.
Check the boiler’s service history and see if it has a Gas Safe certificate of installation. The Gas Safe website provides information on the legal requirements for boilers. If the boiler is a traditional conventional system, make sure there is a lid on the cold water tank in the loft to keep the water from freezing. Boilers can be tricky and should only be handled by a qualified, registered, and experienced professional; if you need the assistance of an affordable boiler engineer, contact Eco Heat Wave today.
Can you find the internal stop tap where the water supply enters the hose? Home extensions or improvements may conceal the tap, but it is critical that you can access it quickly in the event of a water emergency.
Has the house been empty for some time, and has the water supply in the road or driveway been turned off? You may need permission from the local water authority to use mains supply taps and valves.
Eco Heat Wave are specialists in all aspects of plumbing, heating and boiler services across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire including the surrounding areas. It does not matter if you need a routine boiler service or a full boiler installation, Eco Heat Wave are here to help. For more information email us, call us, or fill in our contact form.
