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DIY Plumbing - Unclogging Drains
There are as many methods for unclogging drains as there are recipes for chocolate cake. And it’s a good thing, too, because a clogged drain isn’t just an inconvenience. Clogged drains can contribute to a burst pipe in winter by giving no route to relieve the pressure. They smell, they’re unsightly and – not least, of course – they prevent use of the place the drain was installed to service.
One easy and ultra-low cost method is simply to run hot water. If the drain is only partially clogged it may be due to grease, small bits of food or other soft material. Hot water will often melt or dissolve enough of it to get the rest to flow all the way out.
That won’t work, of course, on drains that are completely clogged. But other remedies can sometimes still be just as cheap, or nearly so.
The old-fashioned plunger still plays a useful role in the modern home. By increasing the pressure inside the pipe, it may force the clogging material to flush out of the system. Take care, though, about using this in winter. If the clog is the result of ice blockage produced from low temperatures it’s possible to tip the scales and burst a pipe.
For those common clogs in the U-shaped section of the kitchen sink, removing the section of pipe can be the way to go. It takes only a few minutes to remove the two large metal or plastic retaining nuts. Then the pipe can easily be cleared of dropped earrings or spoons, grease plugs or anything else that made its way in.
Take care when replacing the pipe, though, to do it properly. Don’t be tempted to seal it with PVC glue or other adhesive or sealant. Simple Teflon plumber’s tape is the right solution. Wind it in a direction that will cause it to get further stretched when winding the nut back on. You don’t want tightening the nut to undo the tape. That encourages leaks.
Chemical drain openers are safe and effective, if properly used. They dissolve grease, hair and other common materials to open up the passageway again. Then, when hot water flushes everything down, they degrade rapidly to produce no harm to the environment. They can be used on all modern plumbing pipes without fear.
One home recipe uses baking soda and vinegar. For simple clogs produced by calcium carbonate build up (hard water), this works great. Others will require commericial products to clear the clog.
The plumber’s snake is a handy thing to have for those larger jobs. Sometimes it’s a clogged toilet that the plunger won’t fix. In other cases, the kitchen sink just won’t flow freely after all other methods have been exhausted.
Before you call an expensive professional, try using a plumber’s snake to clear the clog. That’s the first thing the professional will do, anyway. Just run the wire cable into the pipe as far as possible and twist the handle on the cable feeder.
It grinds away at any material inside and can also be used to recover small cloths, sponges or other items that fell in. Many have small metal ‘fingers’ that can be clamped to pull items back out easily.
If all else fails, call your local plumbing professional. Better an expensive house call than a damaged or clogged pipe.
-The Fixie Chix
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carbon monoxide leak, what are my rights as a tenant?
Bought carbon monoxide monitor to take on holiday, plugged it in to check it was working before we travel and the alarm went crazy. We moved in February 10th and since then my children have had numerous days off school and been unwell with coughs and sickness. Called letting agent immediately and they sent plumber round, who at once disconnected the boiler because the ventilation flue was taped together with masking tape an fumes were leaking back into the kitchen where my family spend almost all their time. Help, I feel like with holding this months rent as we've been living in a danger zone for two months. I must have some rights.
Gas safety
Badly-maintained gas fittings and appliances produce carbon monoxide, a lethal gas. Carbon monoxide poisoning kills people in this country every year. If your property has gas, your landlord is required by law to ensure gas fittings and flues are maintained in a safe condition ensure an annual safety check is carried out on each gas appliance/flue. Before any new lease starts, he must make sure that these checks have been carried out within one year before the start of the lease date, unless the appliances in the property have been installed for less than 12 months, in which case they should be checked within 12 months of their installation date.
have all installation, maintenance, and safety checks carried out by a CORGI registered gas installer.
keep a record of each safety check for 2 years.
issue a copy of the safety check record to each existing tenant within 28 days of the check being completed, or to any new tenant before they take up residence (in certain cases there is an option to display the record).
The Health and Safety Executive is responsible for gas safety and enforces the The Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998. Breach of these may involve the landlord in criminal liability.
If you are concerned about gas safety where you or someone else lives you can ring:
HSE Gas safety advice line 0800 300363 or
Transco Gas Leak 0800 111999
Be aware of Carbon Monoxide - it can kill
Carbon monoxide is a poisonous gas. It can be given off through household appliances which burn gas, oil, wood or coal if they are not working properly.
Look out for gas flames that normally burn blue, burning orange or yellow instead, sooty stains above the appliances, coal or wood fires that burn slowly or go out.
Make sure that your household appliances are checked every year for safety. If you live in rented accommodation, insist that your landlord do this.
Ensure your home is well ventilated - make sure chimneys are clear and vents are not blocked.
If you develop any of the following unexplained symptoms, switch off the appliance and contact your doctor:
drowsiness
headaches
chest pains
nausea
diarrhoea or stomach pains.
For more information contact either of the helplines listed.
Organisations
CO-Awareness
CO-Awareness is an organisation that supports victims of Carbon Monoxide poisoning, their families and friends.
Website: http://www.co-awareness.co.uk/
CORGI - Council for Registered Gas Installers
CORGI (the Council for Registered Gas Installers) is the National Watchdog for Gas Safety in the United Kingdom. Our mission is to promote and enhance gas safety, standards and quality in a professional and ethical manner.
By law if you or your landlord is fitting gas appliances like a gas boiler, gas central heating system or gas fire, these must be fitted by a contractor registered with CORGI. CORGI investigate complaints against contractors and issues certificates to its members.
Telephone: 0870 401 2300
Address: 1 Elmwood , Chineham Business Park, Crockford Lane, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 8WG.
Email: enquiries@cargi-gas.com
Website: http://www.corgi-gas-safety.com/
Health and Safety Executive Gas Safety Advice Line
For enquiries regarding gas burning appliances contact the Health & Safety Executive Gas Safety Advice Line.
Telephone: 0800 300363
Website: http://www.hse.gov.uk/gas/domestic/
Solid Fuel Association
The Solid Fuel Association is the official body set up by the coal industry to encourage the use of solid fuel for home heating.
Telephone: 0800 600 000
Address: 7 Swanwick Court, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7AS.
Email: sfa@solidfuel.co.uk
Website: http://www.solidfuel.co.uk/
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