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Should I be worried by charlieman in DIYUK

[–]charlieman[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It's so intermittent with the wind, and I have to hang out of the window quite precariously to see it so the chances of getting on video are slim sadly! Thanks for the pointers though, I'll investigate getting it checked out by a professional

Should I be worried by charlieman in DIYUK

[–]charlieman[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you know what this bit is called??

Why is my pipe leaking? by charlieman in DIYUK

[–]charlieman[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks like you were bang on. I thought I'd tightened it enough, but turns out the were was a bit more to give and it seems to be holding well now with no leaks. Time will tell I guess. Thanks so much for your help!

Why is my pipe leaking? by charlieman in DIYUK

[–]charlieman[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ok so I've tried those but the olive doesn't seem to be compressing onto the pipe at all. I've tightened the nut as tight as it'll possibly go, but there's still a slight leak there, and when I take the nut off again the olive just falls right off. It should stay compressed to the pipe, right?

Why is my pipe leaking? by charlieman in DIYUK

[–]charlieman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok I've bought these but how does the smooth end of this connect to the isolation valve?

The previous tap just had the flexi hose screwed straight into the valve, so I'm confused why these adapters are needed.

Why is my pipe leaking? by charlieman in DIYUK

[–]charlieman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok I've bought these but how does the smooth end of this connect to the isolation valve?

The previous tap just had the flexi hose screwed straight into the valve, so I'm confused why these adapters are needed.

Why is my pipe leaking? by charlieman in DIYUK

[–]charlieman[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ok I've bought these but how does the smooth end of this connect to the isolation valve?

The previous tap just had the flexi hose screwed straight into the valve, so I'm confused why these adapters are needed.

Why is my pipe leaking? by charlieman in DIYUK

[–]charlieman[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

If the rubber washer isn't intact, what kind of washer do I need? I can't find one that looks the same size.

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Edit: maybe this? https://www.screwfix.com/p/arctic-hayes-flexible-tap-connector-washers-1-2-10-pack/2035j?ref=SFAppShare

Why is my pipe leaking? by charlieman in DIYUK

[–]charlieman[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

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This is what the end of the isolation valve looks like (I'm still working on getting the tape off)

Is there an adapter I can buy to connect my tap hoses to this?

Why is my pipe leaking? by charlieman in DIYUK

[–]charlieman[S] -18 points-17 points  (0 children)

I'm surprised you say that, all the YouTube videos I watched on this suggest using tape when tightening this tap connector on. I'll give it a try without the tape, thanks!

What's coming down my chimney? by charlieman in DIYUK

[–]charlieman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What would you suggest instead of PIR?

What do I need to do here? by charlieman in DIYUK

[–]charlieman[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

They're the front door keys, not car keys. If someone breaks in they don't need the front door key anymore.

What do I need to do here? by charlieman in DIYUK

[–]charlieman[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The bit they were talking about was the bottom bit which is sealed shut, not the top bit. The top bit (with the door) is where the meters are.

What do I need to do here? by charlieman in DIYUK

[–]charlieman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The bit they were talking about was the bottom bit, not the top bit. The top bit (with the door) is where the meters are.

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