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Best Practices in Compression Fittings

Here we reveal insights and expert tips from industry professionals to help you make the most out of your compression fittings. Learn with PlumbHQ today.

Why is Copper Used For Water Pipes?

Copper plumbing fittings offer several benefits, including their resistance to corrosion, durability, longevity, and cost-effectiveness. Copper's natural oxide layer and inherent chemical properties make it highly resistant to corrosion, making it an ideal material for plumbing systems that should be durable and long-lasting. Copper plumbing fittings are a reliable and cost-effective choice for homeowners and businesses alike. Find out more why here.

Why are Radiators Put Under Windows?

Discover why radiators are often placed under windows and whether it's the best choice for your home. Plus, learn some of the benefits of vertical radiators.

Electric vs Traditional Radiators: Which is better?

Dive into the comparison between electric and traditional radiators. Discover the pros, cons, and which might be the best fit for your home.

Heating with Electricity vs Gas

Discover the differences between heating with electricity and gas. We offer insights into efficiency, costs, and environmental impacts.

Choosing the Best Copper Pipe Fittings for Your Project

Learn about the various copper fittings used in plumbing, their advantages, and applications. This guide helps you choose the right fittings for your specific plumbing needs.

Brass vs. Copper Pipe Fittings: Which is Better?

Learn the key differences between copper and brass fittings, their compatibility with various pipes, and their environmental impact to make informed choices for your plumbing projects.

Why is my radiator cold?

Facing chilly radiators? Wondering why they're not emitting heat? Dive into our blog for answers! From air in the system to blocked radiators, we explore causes and solutions. Get cozy insights and expert tips on how to fix the issue. Don't let cold radiators give you the cold shoulder!

Radiator Valves Explained - The Ultimate Guide

Learn all about how radiator valves work, how to fit them, the types available, their role in your heating system and how they can save you money.

How Does A Hot Water Tank Work?

This guide explains how hot water cylinders work, covering types, sizes, and efficiency. It offers practical advice for choosing the right cylinder and improving water pressure, making it a must-read for homeowners.

How Do Electric Showers Work?

Electric showers are a convenient and popular choice for households seeking an easy-to-use solution for on-demand hot water. Here we discuss how they work, their performance, how much they cost to run and how to install them. If you want to know more about electric showers, check this out now.

How to Improve Your Electric Shower

Few things disappoint more than a weak shower, so if you think your electric shower isn't as powerful as it once was then there a few things you can check before taking drastic action. We'll discuss what you need to check and how you can ultimately improve the performance of your electric shower.

How a Radiator Works - A Comprehensive Guide

Learn how a radiator works and understand how to keep your home warm. Find out about convection currents and how the two radiator valves work. More tips from PlumbHQ.

Your Central Heating System Explained

Dive into the world of central heating systems with us today. Learn how they work, the role of pipework, radiators and temperature control for homeowners.

How Do Gate Valves Work?

Gate valves may be one of the oldest types of valves around, but they remain a popular choice for controlling the flow of fluids in plumbing systems. There are different types of gate valves, including parallel and wedge gates, metal-seated and resilient-seated valves, rising and non-rising stem designs and lockshield variations. We'll discuss all of this and more in this blog post. Check it out!