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David Wisbey
2 days ago
Have used there service for the last few years.
All ways first class service. I Highly Recommend
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Rebeeca Argent
3 days ago
Excellent service from start to finish. Ryan the Plumber arrived a few days after our initial phone call. Fitted one bathroom tap, needed another part for the bath tap. Back a few days later, fitted perfectly. Thank you Ryan. Competitive price, highly recommended. Will definitely use again.
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Akeela Hussain
5 days ago
Installed an a.c unit in our open plan living room, the guys were great super friendly. They were quick in and out and cleaned up before they left as well , super professional job!
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MawkHF
1 week ago
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Derick Moore
1 week ago
Annual service for central heating. efficient, professional service, as always. would recommend for all plumbing / gas work.
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Henry Gorton
1 week ago
Hot water system problem diagnosis and fixing. Excellent job after a British Gas engineer had failed to fix the issue and suggested it was a major job. The problem was quickly found as a valve turned off and resolved in a few minutes
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Leah Walker
2 weeks ago
Excellent service from TM Hughes & Son Gas Services. The Engineers were both
reliable and knowledgeable.
They gave great advice regarding my property sale recommending a full gas safety check rather than just a standard boiler check. They were very respectful and polite through out the visit. I would definitely recommend.
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Graham Gough
2 weeks ago
Had a quote for installing air con
3 weeks later we were lucky enough to have it installed by 2 lads who did a great job
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Sue H
2 weeks ago
Great service. Easy to book and get a quote. Plumber arrived as planned was friendly and efficient.
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henry cooper
2 weeks ago
excellent service

An overflow and waste system is an essential feature of any sink, basin or bath. The waste system allows excess water to escape into the sewer system and includes a bottle trap that fills with water and stops any odour and gasses from the sewer entering your home.

Wastes are available in two types slotted and unslotted. Slotted wastes are for sinks and basins that have an overflow, while unslotted wastes are for sinks and basins that have no overflow.

The overflow will prevent flooding if the plug is in and the taps have been left running. The overflow also serves a second function by allowing air to enter the drain when the plug is removed.

There are several types of wastes with different plug options

Traditional Plug & Chain

A plastic or metal plug is fitted to a chain and put into the waste to stop water from escaping; these are found on older sinks and basins. Some modern versions donโ€™t have an option for a chain.

Captive

The plug is fitted directly into the waste; water is released by flipping the stopper or pulling it up.

Sprung

Sprung wastes or pop up wastes open and shut by pressing down on the plug.

Strainer

Strainer wastes are used on kitchen sinks and have a cage design to catch loose bits of food, blocking the pipes further down the waste system.

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