Pipes & Plumbing
Hot and cold supply, waste runs and leak repairs.
Pipework supplies clean hot and cold water, removes waste and feeds heating systems. Renovation covers leak repair, replacement of failed pipes, full re-pipes in copper or plastic, and pressure testing for safe long-term performance.
Common Damage
1. Leaks & Drips
- Loose joints, failed olives or pinhole corrosion
- Hidden leaks cause damp staining and rot
- Wastes water and increases bills
2. Low Water Pressure
- Scale build-up restricting flow
- Undersized pipework for the property
- Failed pressure-reducing valves
3. Blockages & Slow Drains
- Grease, hair and limescale build-up
- Collapsed or root-damaged underground runs
- Causes overflow and backups
Repairs
minor Repairs
- Tighten or replace failed compression joints
- Clear blockages with rods or hydro-jetting
- Replace tap washers, valves and isolators
moderate Repairs
- Replace short sections of damaged pipe
- Install new isolation valves for ease of maintenance
- Re-route pipework to free up wall space
major Repairs
- Full re-pipe in copper, plastic push-fit or PEX
- Replace lead supply pipes to mains
- Lift floors to renew hidden runs and waste
New Installation
When Replacement Is Needed
- Repeated leaks across the system
- Renovating kitchens, bathrooms or extensions
- Replacing lead or galvanised supply pipes
Installation Steps
Plan Routes
- Map hot, cold and waste runs
- Avoid crossing electrical circuits where possible
First Fix
- Run pipework through walls and floors
- Fit isolation valves at key points
Connect Fixtures
- Plumb in basins, baths, WCs and appliances
- Install boiler and cylinder feeds
Pressure Test
- Pressurise system and check for leaks
- Test waste falls and connections
Insulate
- Lag pipes in unheated areas
- Protect against frost damage
Lifespan
- Copper pipework
- 50+ years
- Plastic push-fit / PEX
- 50+ years
- Tap and valve washers
- 5–10 years
- Underground waste runs
- 60+ years
Warning Signs
- Damp or staining on ceilings below bathrooms
- Drop in mains pressure across the house
- Knocking or banging from pipework
- Discoloured water from taps
- Persistent slow drains in multiple fittings
Other Renovations Services
Boilers & Heating
Boiler replacement, controls and zoned heating upgrades.
Bathroom Plumbing
Showers, baths, WCs and full bathroom refurbishments.
Foundations
Stabilising and strengthening the lowest part of your home.
Roofs
Repairing, replacing and upgrading the roof above your home.
Walls (Removal & Addition)
Opening up rooms, adding partitions and repairing finishes.
Floors
Reinforcing joists, replacing rotten boards and laying new floors.
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