Amongst all the cosmetic elements to your new bathroom which are much more important there are a few points which need to be duly considered when installing a level access shower. These are Floor Structure. Is the floor where the level access shower being installed either solid (concrete) or made from wood in the form of joists? If the floor…
Here are a few tried and tested ways that you can save water and save our beautiful planet one step at a time… Switch to a tankless water heater Tankless systems provide hot water “on demand” which provides two important benefits. First, the faster the water heats up, the less water you waste. Secondly, you’ll conserve energy as the water…
So a bit of a sensitive subject but one that would save users hundreds of pounds if they knew what not to flush down the loo. Here is a comprehensive list so you can avoid those unnecessary embarrassing moments again. Facial tissues Baby wipes, disinfectant wipes, moist wipes, etc. Toilet bowl scrub pads Swiffers Napkins (paper or cloth), paper towels…
DW Services is pleased to announce that it has become an ‘approved contractor’ for Horsham District Council. DW Services will continue its excellent work in the area of disabled and senior citizen living for residents in the Horsham area. DW Services will provide adaptations such as, level access showers, access ramps, stairlifts, low access kitchens, showering toilets, grab rails and…
WMandatory Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs) are available from local authorities in England and Wales and the Housing Executive in Northern Ireland. They are issued subject to a means test and are available for essential adaptations to give disabled people better freedom of movement into and around their homes, and to give access to essential facilities within the home. Scotland operates…
Cleaning out traps. Traps from basins, showers and baths collect the soap residue and hair which eventually will cause the discharge of water to slow or even block. Periodic cleaning by disconnecting them and washing thoroughly will prolong the effective use of the appliance. 2. Cleaning out the overflows of the appliances. By using a good, stiff wire brush and…
TA plumber should have the following skills The supply and distribution of hot and cold water for drinking purposes, sanitation, heating and firefighting etc. The connection of associated equipment and controls. The removal of water from the building via a suitable system of drainage, to include foul water from soil and waste appliances and surface water from the roofs and…
PFor the installation of a bathroom, the preparation undertaken is essential to complete the works effectively and to the highest standard. Thousands of pounds is spent by customers on their bathroom, so it is vitally important that the installation is completed to the best standard by suitably qualified installers. British Standard BS 8000-13 provides guidance on the workmanship expected when…