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Fixing a leaking water pipe may seem like a straightforward task but if not done correctly can lead to expensive problems. Using an experienced plumber for a job such as this should ensure that the work is completed correctly and further problems are unlikely to occur.

If you are updating or replacing your bathroom it is recommended that you use a fully qualified plumber. There are many areas that will require attention such as toilet waste pipes, connecting baths and wash basins to water pipes and ensuring that all areas likely to be submerged in water are thoroughly sealed. A good plumber will have experience of all of these tasks.

If your guttering is damaged it may result in water waste and rain not travelling to your drains correctly. This can lead to flooding and leaks in your home. It is possible to fix problems such as these yourself but it can be dangerous, manoeuvring a length of guttering into place whilst on the top of a ladder can be perilous without experience. A plumber will be able to tackle jobs such as these quickly and efficiently.

When installing a shower there are several options available that should be discussed with a plumber. Do you want a mixer shower, an electric shower or a power shower? A qualified plumber will be able to advise you on the benefits of each and how economical they will be to you. Correctly sealing a shower unit is also essential due to the large amounts of water that they use as leaks can lead to rotting floors and be harmful to ceiling lighting in rooms below.

There are many household repairs that require a plumber - central heating system breakdowns, boilers, radiators, water pipes, leaks and floods. Always make sure that the plumber you employ is fully qualified, particularly if your gas supply is involved in a repair. This used to mean ensuring that the plumber was Corgi registered but from April 2009 this changed to Gas Safe Registered. Ask to see their Gas Safe Registration ID card and if they do not have one, do not employ them.