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Fitting a tap
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Hi Is it possible for me to fit a tap to the incoming mains
I AM NOT ABLE TO TURN OFF THE MAIN SUPPLY can this be done, if so the incoming is the old 1/2 inch and new is 15mm would this be a problem also.
I thought about the self cutting taps but flow is too restricted.
I AM NOT ABLE TO TURN OFF THE MAIN SUPPLY can this be done, if so the incoming is the old 1/2 inch and new is 15mm would this be a problem also.
I thought about the self cutting taps but flow is too restricted.
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For more on marking an answer as the "Best Answer", please visit our FAQ.Hi lindylou, you could get one of these kits, that should give you enough time to do job, but if you can't turn of water it would be a good idea to install "ballofix" valve so you can isolate supply in future. good luck, Ray
http://www.screwfix.com/prods/13369/Plumbing/P ipe-Freezing-Kits/Pipe-Freezing-Kit-220ml
http://www.screwfix.com/prods/52623/Plumbing/B rassware/Isolating-Valve-15mm-Pack-of-2
http://www.screwfix.com/prods/13369/Plumbing/P ipe-Freezing-Kits/Pipe-Freezing-Kit-220ml
http://www.screwfix.com/prods/52623/Plumbing/B rassware/Isolating-Valve-15mm-Pack-of-2
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That's exactly right Lindy.
Don't panic.......... read the instructions carefully.......... use a whole can as instructed......... it really is very simple to use :o)
To go one better than Ray's "Ballofix" valve......... get something with a handle on it - preferably quarter turn..... simply because, in an emergency, you might never find a screwdriver... LOL
Then relax, and make the 15mm connection at your leisure.
Good luck
Don't panic.......... read the instructions carefully.......... use a whole can as instructed......... it really is very simple to use :o)
To go one better than Ray's "Ballofix" valve......... get something with a handle on it - preferably quarter turn..... simply because, in an emergency, you might never find a screwdriver... LOL
Then relax, and make the 15mm connection at your leisure.
Good luck
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I don't know if they charge now, but my water board turned the stop valve off in the street for me for free when I replaced my rising main stop tap, you sometimes need a special key and its a bit risky, the street taps usually has been untouched for years and could be seized, and if anyone is going to break it make sure its not you.