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PVC pipes have become both common and important items in construction. However, experts advise that you should first chamfer the plastic pipes before using them. Chamfering or bevelling is the process of smoothening the edges of a material with a rough edge. The process removes the bead on the pipe’s end and easy to fit into a connector. It also avoids pushing the glue out of the joint which can lead to glue drips and subsequently cause a weak joint. Continue reading →

Land Drainage is significant to the successful function of a home & garden. It helps steer water flow to remove it from the surface of the ground. There are a variety of drainage products and techniques available to a ground installer. The following are some practical tips on how to have a to a proper drainage system at your property. Continue reading →

If your plastic pipes are beginning to cause trouble and your drainage is beginning to slow, it might be more than leaves causing the problem. Here are 5 other things that you will find causing drainage problems up and down the UK's gutters. Continue reading →

Installing your own underground drainage system is a great way to save money and time. It's important, however, as with all things DIY, that you understand how to do the job safely. If you're considering digging your own underground drainage trench, bear these top tips in mind. Continue reading →

There are a number of different materials that can be used for plumbing & drainage, and the best fit could depend on the material of the building, the time it was built, or when the internal pipe system was last updated. However, while bronze, iron, and copper piping have all traditionally been used, there is currently a shift within the plumbing industry towards plastic pipes. Continue reading →

When shopping for underground drainage supplies, you might have a hard time differentiating a soil pipe from a waste pipe. Although both pipes are installed to carry wastewater from a home to the sewer, they have additional functions that set them apart. Read on to find out how you can tell the difference between these drainage pipes. Continue reading →

It's usually the case that homeowners and landlords are responsible for maintaining drains and sewers that are within the bounds of their property, while water and sewerage companies have the responsibility for sewers and drains outside the boundaries of privately owned properties. Continue reading →

Homeowners have never understood the real essence of roof gutters. Besides collecting and draining rain water, gutters have other crucial uses. Knowing these uses will enable you to get the most out of them. Gutters are also commonly forgotten during home maintenance. Since they have several other advantages, they should receive the same amount of attention as any other part of the home. Here are the lesser-known benefits of gutters: Continue reading →

Gutters are an important part of any drainage system, alongside underground drainage pipes and grating. As you’re probably aware, metal and plastic gutters each have their own unique advantages. Plastic gutters are lightweight and resistant to corrosion, whereas metal gutters are more physically resilient and have a more dignified, stately look. But did you know that there are different types of metal gutter available? Cast iron, steel and aluminium gutters are the main ones. But which option is right for you? There are three factors that you should consider in order to decide. Continue reading →

There is nothing worse than a foul smelling drain, especially in the heat of summer when radiating from your home. Most drainage problems can be easily found and are on the whole preventable. Below we share some common causes for drainage odours and what can be done about them. Continue reading →