how can I fix a toilet that will not flush?

how do I take the syphon part off and what do I look for

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High pitched whistle from pipework when flushing a toilet!?

Whenever the toilets in our house are flushed and the cisterns are refilling, the plumbing makes a loud high pitched whistle that really goes through you. I haven't got a clue what's causing it but if ... more

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How can I loosen a stiff tap?

Hi there I have a dripping outside tap and want to replace the washer. The problem I have is that the main water tap (inside the house) that shuts off the main water supply won't turn at all. How do ... more

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Removing pipe that has been glued together?

Is there any way to get a pipe apart that has been glued together? It's the pipe underneath the bathroom sink. I think it's called a T-trap. I've already tried using a pipe wrench.

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How to mend or replace faulty thermostatic radiator valve?

The top, turning bit, of one of my radiator valves has come off - leaving the radiator running on full heat whenever the heating comes on. This is a radiator that is rarely used so to have it on ... more

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syphonic toilet not flushing efficiently?

I have a Balterley syphonic toilet which has lost its suction. I am told that it is probably the 'syphonic bomb' which needs replacing but I am understand that these are no longer in production. Is t ... more

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tap keeps randomly disharging water?

After using the kitchen tap, which is brand new, for an hour afterwards water discharges intermittently. How can i fix this please?

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How do I fix the tap?

Hot water tap on bath won't turn on/off - can only do using a screw driver (have removed the plastic knob). How do I go about changing the 'barrel'(?)?. Is not a single tap, is on a mixer unit. Sorr ... more

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How can I get rid of the "water hammer" our pump makes?

When our well pump stops, it rattles the pipes with "water hammer." The pressure switch was just replaced and is set correctly, the air pressure in the Well-trol WX-203 tank is correct and holds, alt ... more

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How can I fix the tap on my sink that is not letting any water through?

Even when turned on full, the hot tap does not let any water through. Feels like something inside has got stuck.

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f1 fault on protherm 80e?

got f1 showing on boiler cant fire it up,tried reset but keeps cutting out also keep getting pressure drop to -1 so have to keep altering that!otherwise cold water in bathroom (rather than lukewarm!)

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Diverter Valve Costs?

I have just been quoted £300 to fit a new diverter valve onto my vailiant 242/282 boiler. Does this sound about right?

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FIX A LEAKING WATER STOP TAP?

HOW DO YOU FIX A DRIPPING STOP TAP,TRIED USING PLUMBER TAPE BUT STILL DRIPPING,DO I HAVE TO REPLACE THE STOP TAP?

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How to repair pin hole leak in kitchen faucet spout?

What product can I use to repair the pin hole leak from erosion, on the chrome kitchen faucet spout? Thanks for your help.

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How can I fix my aqualisa aquastream?

What do I need to replace in the shower control as it will not turn on/off as normal. It will work with pressure (pushing whilst turning. The teeth grips do not appear worn or damaged.

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turbomax?

keep getting error f28 - the boiler is not igniting, have reset but no sucess.

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How to drain a hot water tank?

I am fitting a new immersion heater in my hot water tank but seem unable to drain the water correctly.Please could you advise me how to drain the tank.

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Is it safe to open hot water supply fully?

I have poor pressure to my shower hose. I have found that opening my hot water supply valve (its the one leaving the hot water tank to go to the taps) increases the pressure which is a great quick fix ... more

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How can I fix my washer drain?

Hello. My washing machine drains directly before the tub drain in the adjecent bathroom (same line). I wish to filter the water exiting the washer with a trap, to prevent lint from entering the main s ... more

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Noisy thermostatic radiator valves?

I have Danfoss thermo radiator valves fitted to all my radiators. One of them makes a very anoying buzzing noise when the heating is on. If I give it a tap, or alter the setting, it stops for a while, ... more

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