Master Basic Plumbing And Central Heating (eBook)

Master Basic Plumbing and Central Heating is a straightforward guide to such easy, yet frequently mysterious, tasks as replacing a radiator or changing a tap, it also offers ample help for such crises as blocked toilets and frozen pipes. It will tell you all about the layout of a house and water system, then show you how to undertake basic emergency repairs, complete small and achievable projects, and even tackle bigger things like installing a bathroom suite or plumbing in a dishwasher.

With plenty of illustrations, step-by-step guides, a full glossary and a whole chapter on how and when to call in expert help, this book is perfect for you if you dread the expense of call-out charges and labour.

NOT GOT MUCH TIME?One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started.

AUTHOR INSIGHTSLots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience.

TEST YOURSELFTests in the book and online to keep track of your progress.

EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGEExtra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of plumbing and heating.

FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBERQuick refreshers to help you remember the key facts.

TRY THISInnovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.

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This guide to the basics of plumbing and central heating is designed for complete amateurs, and written by one of the most experienced plumbing tutors in the country.Whether you are attempting projects such as installing a new bathroom or plumbing in a new dishwasher, or just need to understand enough to do essential repairs and fixes, this is the book for you. It includes step-by-step guides to sorting out the most common plumbing problems, and comprehensive coverage of the key tasks, all based on a straightforward introduction to the layout of your house and water system. In addition, it has plenty of illustrations, a full glossary, a whole chapter on how and who to call for help, a guide to the necessary toolkit and a list of the top ten plumbing emergencies.