What to Look for in a Trade Plumbing Supplier

Busy plumbers rely on trade plumbing suppliers as a central part of their everyday jobs. Much of what a plumber does involves specialist equipment, lots of parts, tools and products, so access to these is a necessity. A plumber might end up visiting a trade plumbing supplier more than once a day if they need certain tools for a particular job, so finding a reliable one with plenty to offer is important.

These are some of the most important aspects to look for in a trade plumbing supplier:

  • A wide range of quality products and supplies. If you know there are certain brands you choose to use, or if you need particular specialist equipment, make sure a plumbing supplier can offer these. Many suppliers offer a wide range of fixtures, fittings, tools, suites and sanitaryware – make sure they are the right options for you in your line of work.
  • Good opening hours. You may need to visit plumbing suppliers’ premises multiple times to complete any one job if it is a complex project. Make sure you can get the equipment you need, when you need it.
  • Good vale for money. Trade suppliers are not open to the general public, so there should be some kind of incentive for trade customers to shop with them. There should be opportunities for you to get better prices for being in the plumbing trade, especially if you are a regular customer or you are buying in bulk. Some plumbing merchants require membership, which will guarantee you better prices when you choose to shop there.
  • Knowledgeable staff. You will need to be able to find the items required at short notice in many cases – knowledgeable staff who understand the plumbing trade and who can point you in the right direction will be invaluable when buying plumbing supplies.
Mar 28 2021
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Is it time to change your boiler?

If your boiler is older than twelve years old then it is sensible to consider changing it for a more modern one as boiler technology is improving and boilers are becoming more efficient ultimately saving the householder money on their energy bills.

A free energy survey can be carried out by a company specialising in boiler replacement to see if it would be advisable to upgrade the boiler in your home and whether there are other improvements that could be made to your heating and hot water system. If the results of the survey show that savings could be made on your energy bills by changing the boiler many people choose to have a combi boiler installed. This type of boiler heats up the hot water that you need instantly and there is no requirement to have a water cylinder to store hot water. It is an energy efficient way to heat the home and provide hot water whenever it is required. With this type of boiler there is also no need to have a water tank in the loft which frees up storage space.

Replacing a boiler can mean some upheaval in the home but if done at the same time as other home improvements it should not be too disruptive.

Mar 14 2021
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Are log burners bad for the environment?

The concern over the amount of damage the human race is doing to the environment has become a hot topic of debate in recent years as we are warned that global warming will have dire consequences for the planet if we continue to use fossil fuels to power our energy needs. To address this, one of the schemes that the Government is bringing in is to ban the burning of coal and wet wood on domestic fires so does this mean that log burners will no longer be allowed in homes?

Environmentalists state that in actual fact burning wood is actually carbon neutral as the wood releases the carbon that it has absorbed when burnt but the issue is with the pollutants that it releases into the atmosphere that are the problem. Tiny particles of soot are given off when coal or wet wood is burnt which enter the atmosphere and cause lung problems for many people and so it is for this reason that new legislation is having to be bought in.

The good news for owners of log burners is that seasoned or dry wood is still going to be allowed to be used and there is lots of advice available on the best ways to dry out the logs before burning to make sure that the amount of pollutant being released is minimised.

Feb 16 2021
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Trade Suppliers for Plumbers

Plumbers will have access to trade supplies, in much the same way as builders do as well. This means that there is the option for customers to get work done more cheaply, based on the fact their plumbers can obtain all that parts at a lower initial cost. If you are able to find a plumber with access to high quality supplies at trade prices, they should be able to cut some costs for you.

Plumbing supplies can essentially mean anything, from cistern valves, to full bathroom suites, to showers, taps and toilets. If you’re not sure exactly what you want, a good plumber will be able to advise while also knowing what is available from their local plumbing supplier. This way, you can get better advice and will know exactly what choices you have when picking out plumbing supplies – something that is very important if spending lots of money on new shower cubicles, baths, heated towel rails etc.

Jan 29 2021
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Replacing an old bathroom suite on a budget

An easy way to improve and modernise your property is to update the bathroom suite. Some older houses still have the coloured bathroom suites that were popular years ago and by changing these for white fittings the whole appearance of the bathroom can be changed.

If you need to replace the whole bathroom suite it is well worth looking on auction sites to see whether anyone is selling one. It may even be possible to get one for free if you can collect it yourself. DIY stores often have flash sales on certain lines, so it is a good idea to check these out if you prefer to have a new bathroom suite rather than a preowned one.

It could be that the bathroom suite does not need replacing but just needs an overhaul. Enamel baths deteriorate over time and sometimes become stained but there are products on the market that can remove the staining and resurface the bath making it look like new again.

Another simple fix is to replace the old taps for more modern style ones and to swap the toilet seat for a contemporary type such as a soft close one. These easy and cost-effective changes can improve the look and feel of the bathroom in any home.

Jan 10 2021
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