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Properly lagging both hot and cold water pipes and tanks is an important part of saving energy and money in your home.

Fitting Pipes into a Stud Wall

April 9, 2015 DIY Guides pipes, stud wall

If you are planning to construct a stud wall to create a bathroom, for example, you might need to fit plumbing behind the plasterboard. This is fairly easy to do, as long as yoiu remember a few simple rules.

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Emergency Plumbing Repairs

August 11, 2014 DIY Guides pipes, plumbing

In the event of a broken pipe, knowing how to do some quick emergency repairs can save a lot of damage being done.

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Plumbing Pipes

February 21, 2013 DIY Guides copper pipe, pipes, plumbing

The majority of the pipework in your house will probably be made of copper and in most cases it is best to use the same material when making additions or repairs. However, there are other options available to you.

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