Sink keeps backing up completely. P Trap is clear and I've been unable to find any clogs. Is the vent in the right place and could this be my issue? Any advice greatly appreciated 

<div class="md"><p>Sink keeps backing up completely. P Trap is clear and I&#39;ve been unable to find any clogs. Is the vent in the right place and could this be my issue? Any advice greatly appreciated </p>
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Are these pipes configured properly?

Can anyone identify this stem for a 2 handle tub. There is no identifying markers of a brand

<div class="md"><p>Can anyone identify this stem for a 2 handle tub. There is no identifying markers of a brand</p>
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Vintage tub stem

Hello all, so today while using the kitchen sink my kitchen floor was wet all of a sudden. And I opened the cabinet under the sink to see that the white pipe had come detached from the grey pipe under it shown in picture 2. Upon closer inspection, it seems like both the top and bottom portion of the white pipe slides off with little force, with no plumbing tape or seals/gaskets of any kind. I've seen a few examples of half-baked jobs in this house since I've bought it 18 months ago, so I wouldn't be surprised if there a lot wrong in these pictures as well. But I do not know much about plumbing. How should I go about fixing this issue? Or is there enough wrong with this setup that I should just call a professional to fix everything? Thank you!

<div class="md"><p>Hello all, so today while using the kitchen sink my kitchen floor was wet all of a sudden. And I opened the cabinet under the sink to see that the white pipe had come detached from the grey pipe under it shown in picture 2. Upon closer inspection, it seems like both the top and bottom portion of the white pipe slides off with little force, with no plumbing tape or seals/gaskets of any kind. I&#39;ve seen a few examples of half-baked jobs in this house since I&#39;ve bought it 18 months ago, so I wouldn&#39;t be surprised if there a lot wrong in these pictures as well. But I do not know much about plumbing. How should I go about fixing this issue? Or is there enough wrong with this setup that I should just call a professional to fix everything? Thank you!</p>
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Help with kitchen sink

How to replace this faucet?

It is a diverterless spout. When I tried to twist it off it broke so I cut most of it off to see what was going on. Can I use a torch to loosen this? 

<div class="md"><p>It is a diverterless spout. When I tried to twist it off it broke so I cut most of it off to see what was going on. Can I use a torch to loosen this? </p>
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Need to remove the rest of my bath spout. 

Hello people.

Question for all.  Whenever I drain the bathtub  a popping sound comes from the wall. It starts really quick when water stars draining then slowly goes away. What would be the cause and a fix for this issue. I was told that  the vent pipe is squeezed too tight with the joists however when I did the remodel the pipe is not touching anything. 
Plus, this issue is more louder during fall/winter when it gets cold outside.

<div class="md"><p>Hello people.</p>

<p>Question for all.  Whenever I drain the bathtub  a popping sound comes from the wall. It starts really quick when water stars draining then slowly goes away. What would be the cause and a fix for this issue. I was told that  the vent pipe is squeezed too tight with the joists however when I did the remodel the pipe is not touching anything. 
Plus, this issue is more louder during fall/winter when it gets cold outside.</p>
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Popping sound in wall

Plumbing help. Does this pic look correct? Sense like it needs a drain pan. Any help would be great. 

I recently had a leak and had to turn water to the house off. I figured getting a professional to do it would be faster and guaranteed the work was done right. I can’t help but feel I may have been overcharged. I didn’t argue with price because it was my first time hiring a plumbing pro, but it does seem a little overpriced. AIOR?

Also, I’m very happy with the job done. Not complaining just would like some peace of mind and to be better prepared next time.

<div class="md"><p>I recently had a leak and had to turn water to the house off. I figured getting a professional to do it would be faster and guaranteed the work was done right. I can’t help but feel I may have been overcharged. I didn’t argue with price because it was my first time hiring a plumbing pro, but it does seem a little overpriced. AIOR?</p>

<p>Also, I’m very happy with the job done. Not complaining just would like some peace of mind and to be better prepared next time.</p>
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Was it fair? 471.38

Most likely reason our shower hot water pressure now is horrible?

Here is our situation:

Two story house built in 2019. Two shower/baths upstairs, one shower down.  Tankless Rinnai ThermaCirc360 water heater in a unconditioned storage space.  The main shower is furthest away from the tank.  The unit has be flushed and descaled three times, the most recent in February 2024.  In late 2022 we had the shower's mixing valve replaced.  At the end of October the unit thew a code 17 and we had the Venturi cleaned.  I also cleaned the filter at that time.  Our municipality describes our water as moderately hard.

We have a Phyn so I've been able to measure the water flow rate and pressure. Currently the main shower has a flow rate on average of 3.19 when the cold water is fully on.  Turning the water to 100 degrees makes the pressure drop to around 1.37 - more than half. The two upstairs shower/tubs have cold flow rates of 3.38 and 2.37, and drop 2.07 and .73 respectively.  The pressure in the house bounces between 53 to 60 when I took these measurements.  

Our Phyn does say that there is a drop in pressure which could indicate a small leak.  We have not been able to find it if there is one.  Our best guess on that is that perhaps a toilet is leaking?  We are going to try another round of dye tests to see if we can find one.

We have at times noticed sediment in the faucets, particularly if the city turns off the water.  I asked three adjacent neighbors and none of them have issues with sediment.  There was construction next to us the last year or two.

In early 2021 there was an unusual freeze here.  Then in December 2022 our pipes were frozen for a day or two when we each thought the other had dripped the faucets.  We think that after that was the first time we noticed problems with our shower.  

My spouse recalls at some point that a plumber (or someone else) adjusted or removed some sort of pressure valve coming from the city.  He thinks it was post freeze but can't remember and I didn't document it.

When we moved in, our shower was amazing and seems to have steadily declined.  After having the unit serviced it seems to get a little better and then declines again.

Where do we start?  Is it most likely we just have a bum unit?  Since it worked great before, I don't think the distance from the unit is a problem.  Is it possible that something happened during the freeze to a specific pipe? (Our main bedroom water lines are all interior, none are on an exterior wall.) Is it most likely a problem with the connection with the city?  Where should we start?  It would be nice to not have to buy a new tank, then find out the problem is really with the connection to the main. 

Where to begin?

Thank you, and apologies for the length.   


<div class="md"><p>Most likely reason our shower hot water pressure now is horrible?</p>

<p>Here is our situation:</p>

<p>Two story house built in 2019. Two shower/baths upstairs, one shower down.  Tankless Rinnai ThermaCirc360 water heater in a unconditioned storage space.  The main shower is furthest away from the tank.  The unit has be flushed and descaled three times, the most recent in February 2024.  In late 2022 we had the shower&#39;s mixing valve replaced.  At the end of October the unit thew a code 17 and we had the Venturi cleaned.  I also cleaned the filter at that time.  Our municipality describes our water as moderately hard.</p>

<p>We have a Phyn so I&#39;ve been able to measure the water flow rate and pressure. Currently the main shower has a flow rate on average of 3.19 when the cold water is fully on.  Turning the water to 100 degrees makes the pressure drop to around 1.37 - more than half. The two upstairs shower/tubs have cold flow rates of 3.38 and 2.37, and drop 2.07 and .73 respectively.  The pressure in the house bounces between 53 to 60 when I took these measurements.  </p>

<p>Our Phyn does say that there is a drop in pressure which could indicate a small leak.  We have not been able to find it if there is one.  Our best guess on that is that perhaps a toilet is leaking?  We are going to try another round of dye tests to see if we can find one.</p>

<p>We have at times noticed sediment in the faucets, particularly if the city turns off the water.  I asked three adjacent neighbors and none of them have issues with sediment.  There was construction next to us the last year or two.</p>

<p>In early 2021 there was an unusual freeze here.  Then in December 2022 our pipes were frozen for a day or two when we each thought the other had dripped the faucets.  We think that after that was the first time we noticed problems with our shower.  </p>

<p>My spouse recalls at some point that a plumber (or someone else) adjusted or removed some sort of pressure valve coming from the city.  He thinks it was post freeze but can&#39;t remember and I didn&#39;t document it.</p>

<p>When we moved in, our shower was amazing and seems to have steadily declined.  After having the unit serviced it seems to get a little better and then declines again.</p>

<p>Where do we start?  Is it most likely we just have a bum unit?  Since it worked great before, I don&#39;t think the distance from the unit is a problem.  Is it possible that something happened during the freeze to a specific pipe? (Our main bedroom water lines are all interior, none are on an exterior wall.) Is it most likely a problem with the connection with the city?  Where should we start?  It would be nice to not have to buy a new tank, then find out the problem is really with the connection to the main. </p>

<p>Where to begin?</p>

<p>Thank you, and apologies for the length.   </p>
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Hot water pressure is a recurring problem

This outlet is for a washing machine. Can I add a splitter to it so this can supply a dishwasher and the washing machine at the same time? (I'm not a plumber) thanks in advance.

<div class="md"><p>This outlet is for a washing machine. Can I add a splitter to it so this can supply a dishwasher and the washing machine at the same time? (I&#39;m not a plumber) thanks in advance.</p>
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Can I add a splitter to this outlet?

Sinks been overflowing overnight and has been clogged for two days. Checked p trap but there was nothing trapped. Any help would be greatly appreciated:) thanks! 

<div class="md"><p>Sinks been overflowing overnight and has been clogged for two days. Checked p trap but there was nothing trapped. Any help would be greatly appreciated:) thanks! </p>
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Plumbing help!

Anyone recognise this boiler and can give any advice??

<div class="md"><p>Anyone recognise this boiler and can give any advice??</p>
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Atlantic commercial boiler 

Reasonable price? 

Doesn’t happen constantly, only occurs when multiple things are running (toilet and sink, etc) and lasts for maybe a minute before going back to normal.

<div class="md"><p>Doesn’t happen constantly, only occurs when multiple things are running (toilet and sink, etc) and lasts for maybe a minute before going back to normal.</p>
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No idea what’s making this sound or why

About 2 weeks ago my tank started leaking and seemed to be coming through the element so I picked up a replacement.  A week later it started to leak again. 

Is it done? 

<div class="md"><p>About 2 weeks ago my tank started leaking and seemed to be coming through the element so I picked up a replacement.  A week later it started to leak again. </p>

<p>Is it done? </p>
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Is the tank done?

The toilet flushes fine with no leaks when the shower is drained. But when the shower has water in it and the toilet is flushed it overflows and leaks out the bottom under the house. I’ve snaked the shower and main line but no blockages found. The snake is 15’ should I get a longer snake. I assume I need a new wax ring but I need advice to get the drainage issue solved

<div class="md"><p>The toilet flushes fine with no leaks when the shower is drained. But when the shower has water in it and the toilet is flushed it overflows and leaks out the bottom under the house. I’ve snaked the shower and main line but no blockages found. The snake is 15’ should I get a longer snake. I assume I need a new wax ring but I need advice to get the drainage issue solved</p>
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Shower won’t drain and toilet leaks under the house

I have replaced several flanges in the past and it was always a no brainer. For some reason this one has me stumped. 

This is in a mobile home, my house.

I'm guessing that the flange and sewer pipe is ABS and was inserted and glued?

I have 2 new flanges purchased, prefer not to use the one with the metal ring because I'm concerned it will rust and rot even though it's stainless steel.

I'm any case, I'm totally down with DIY in this except, I really don't want to damage the sewer pipe and then have to pay someone to go under the house to replace part of it. No, me going under the house is NOT and option. I'll do a lot of things but going under houses in south Texas with our snake population IS NOT  one of them.

So any advice or YouTube link 🔗 on how to properly remove the flange and replace with new one would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

<div class="md"><p>I have replaced several flanges in the past and it was always a no brainer. For some reason this one has me stumped. </p>

<p>This is in a mobile home, my house.</p>

<p>I&#39;m guessing that the flange and sewer pipe is ABS and was inserted and glued?</p>

<p>I have 2 new flanges purchased, prefer not to use the one with the metal ring because I&#39;m concerned it will rust and rot even though it&#39;s stainless steel.</p>

<p>I&#39;m any case, I&#39;m totally down with DIY in this except, I really don&#39;t want to damage the sewer pipe and then have to pay someone to go under the house to replace part of it. No, me going under the house is NOT and option. I&#39;ll do a lot of things but going under houses in south Texas with our snake population IS NOT  one of them.</p>

<p>So any advice or YouTube link 🔗 on how to properly remove the flange and replace with new one would be appreciated.</p>

<p>Thanks in advance.</p>
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How to replace flange?

Hey my sink is clogged and wondering if anyone know why they would glue the p trap ? Should I just cut it and replace it ? Tried to get snake in there but gets stuck in the curve . 

<div class="md"><p>Hey my sink is clogged and wondering if anyone know why they would glue the p trap ? Should I just cut it and replace it ? Tried to get snake in there but gets stuck in the curve . </p>
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Plumbing help 

Easiest way to fix this pvc pope

Trying to remove old faucet and cant figure out how to get these off. Assumed i needed pop off handles and remove a set screw and drop from above down, but cant get the handles off. Do i just use more force or does it come off from below?

<div class="md"><p>Trying to remove old faucet and cant figure out how to get these off. Assumed i needed pop off handles and remove a set screw and drop from above down, but cant get the handles off. Do i just use more force or does it come off from below?</p>
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How do i remove this faucet

<div class="md"><p>Leaking by the rectangle grooves</p>
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Why is it leaking from top? How to fix? Garbage disposal

Plumbing advice.

I recently purchased a 60 year old duplex. Hooked up washing machine for first time today. There is a small but steady drip from the handle of both the hot and cold water shut off valves. I have removed and replaced leaky water shut off valves for kitchen sinks and toilets in the past and in those cases it was very clear what nut needed to be loosened to separate and remove the shut off valve from the supply pipe. 

I’ve never seen this style of plumbing before for washing machine water supply lines. I do not understand how to remove and replace with new valve. The only thing I can think of is the part I need to get to behind the drywall? 

Can anyone help me understand what I need to do to replace these shut off valves? Or is there a way I can adjust to stop them from leaking?

<div class="md"><p>I recently purchased a 60 year old duplex. Hooked up washing machine for first time today. There is a small but steady drip from the handle of both the hot and cold water shut off valves. I have removed and replaced leaky water shut off valves for kitchen sinks and toilets in the past and in those cases it was very clear what nut needed to be loosened to separate and remove the shut off valve from the supply pipe. </p>

<p>I’ve never seen this style of plumbing before for washing machine water supply lines. I do not understand how to remove and replace with new valve. The only thing I can think of is the part I need to get to behind the drywall? </p>

<p>Can anyone help me understand what I need to do to replace these shut off valves? Or is there a way I can adjust to stop them from leaking?</p>
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How do I replace/fix this old-style water shutoff valve?

Howdy all,
  Got an issue at my mom’s house. Went up stairs to check on things since she can’t make it up there anymore. It doesn’t get used but maybe once a month if that. 

  I got up there and there was no water in one of the toilet bowl. I flushed it and it flushed fine but the pipes in the wall made a horrible sound. She did have a roof put on recently and they put new decorative vent caps on the pipes. 
   It does get super windy here, I heard that plays into it? 
  What am I looking at here? Thanks in advance for your replies. 

<div class="md"><p>Howdy all,
  Got an issue at my mom’s house. Went up stairs to check on things since she can’t make it up there anymore. It doesn’t get used but maybe once a month if that. </p>

<p>I got up there and there was no water in one of the toilet bowl. I flushed it and it flushed fine but the pipes in the wall made a horrible sound. She did have a roof put on recently and they put new decorative vent caps on the pipes. 
   It does get super windy here, I heard that plays into it? 
  What am I looking at here? Thanks in advance for your replies. </p>
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No water in toilet bowl

So, I just diy replaced the relief valve on the top center of my water heater which had started leaking.  I verified the pressure and temp were fine and it was a bad valve.

I replaced the valve and everything is sealed and not leaking, but the previous drain was CPVC and glued in tight all the way to the drain pan so I had to cut it to get the valve off.

So, should I replace it with CPVC?  I saw HD had some sort of polyvinyl all-in-one tube for this sort of thing, but my default would be to just put together some CPVC like was there before.  (Also - should the cpvc be glued in again?)

Thanks in advance

<div class="md"><p>So, I just diy replaced the relief valve on the top center of my water heater which had started leaking.  I verified the pressure and temp were fine and it was a bad valve.</p>

<p>I replaced the valve and everything is sealed and not leaking, but the previous drain was CPVC and glued in tight all the way to the drain pan so I had to cut it to get the valve off.</p>

<p>So, should I replace it with CPVC?  I saw HD had some sort of polyvinyl all-in-one tube for this sort of thing, but my default would be to just put together some CPVC like was there before.  (Also - should the cpvc be glued in again?)</p>

<p>Thanks in advance</p>
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Drain pipe for Water Heater relief valve?

It’s driving me crazy. The man at the hardware store told me to try a new strainer first which is the chrome thingy. 

<div class="md"><p>It’s driving me crazy. The man at the hardware store told me to try a new strainer first which is the chrome thingy. </p>
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How do I fix this drippy faucet?

I have a Daikin Atherma heat pump. The heating in my home has never been great. Recently have had this horrible noise from coming from the pipes next to the tank. It is so loud!... and hasn't stopped for 3 days! The only time it does stop is when I put the heating on randomly? Any ideas anyone?

<div class="md"><p>I have a Daikin Atherma heat pump. The heating in my home has never been great. Recently have had this horrible noise from coming from the pipes next to the tank. It is so loud!... and hasn&#39;t stopped for 3 days! The only time it does stop is when I put the heating on randomly? Any ideas anyone?</p>
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Rushing water noise when heating is off

Moved into new home and I'm trying to figure out how to plug this type of drain. I see that they've taken the top plug or lost it... 

I bought a universal plug but that doesn't work here with this thing sticking out of the drain. It sticks out a few centimeters. 

Any idea what I can do to remove it? Or what kind of plug to buy that will work with this?



<div class="md"><p>Moved into new home and I&#39;m trying to figure out how to plug this type of drain. I see that they&#39;ve taken the top plug or lost it... </p>

<p>I bought a universal plug but that doesn&#39;t work here with this thing sticking out of the drain. It sticks out a few centimeters. </p>

<p>Any idea what I can do to remove it? Or what kind of plug to buy that will work with this?</p>
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Bathtub drain - need help

Hello! I just bought the Comfee countertop dishwasher which can attach to my tap. I am linking the exact dishwasher and the kind of tap that I have. Can someone please tell me what kind of faucet adaptor I would need to make the dishwasher hose fit on my tap? The tap has no internal or external thread and the only adaptor I can find that looks like it would fit is for a garden hose.

Dishwasher:

[https://www.amazon.co.uk/COMFEE-Dishwasher-TD602E-W-Freestanding-Programmes/dp/B08F2TD8ZW/ref=asc\_df\_B08F2TD8ZW?mcid=013b930d79493dd0a4a50f5e8147a5d3&th=1&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=696386426116&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4519636024643860968&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1006502&hvtargid=pla-1092301399327&gad\_source=1](https://www.amazon.co.uk/COMFEE-Dishwasher-TD602E-W-Freestanding-Programmes/dp/B08F2TD8ZW/ref=asc_df_B08F2TD8ZW?mcid=013b930d79493dd0a4a50f5e8147a5d3&th=1&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=696386426116&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4519636024643860968&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1006502&hvtargid=pla-1092301399327&gad_source=1)

My tap:

[https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deva-MILAN-103-Chrome-Finish/dp/B0053PAYJO/ref=asc\_df\_B0053PAYJO?mcid=a4568cb9125a3ff799a740d9317b1dfc&th=1&psc=1&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=697226876379&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10784753595526254150&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045629&hvtargid=pla-428424476585&psc=1&gad\_source=1](https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deva-MILAN-103-Chrome-Finish/dp/B0053PAYJO/ref=asc_df_B0053PAYJO?mcid=a4568cb9125a3ff799a740d9317b1dfc&th=1&psc=1&tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=697226876379&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10784753595526254150&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045629&hvtargid=pla-428424476585&psc=1&gad_source=1)

<div class="md"><p>Hello! I just bought the Comfee countertop dishwasher which can attach to my tap. I am linking the exact dishwasher and the kind of tap that I have. Can someone please tell me what kind of faucet adaptor I would need to make the dishwasher hose fit on my tap? The tap has no internal or external thread and the only adaptor I can find that looks like it would fit is for a garden hose.</p>

<p>Dishwasher:</p>

<p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/COMFEE-Dishwasher-TD602E-W-Freestanding-Programmes/dp/B08F2TD8ZW/ref=asc_df_B08F2TD8ZW?mcid=013b930d79493dd0a4a50f5e8147a5d3&amp;th=1&amp;tag=googshopuk-21&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=696386426116&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=4519636024643860968&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=1006502&amp;hvtargid=pla-1092301399327&amp;gad_source=1">https://www.amazon.co.uk/COMFEE-Dishwasher-TD602E-W-Freestanding-Programmes/dp/B08F2TD8ZW/ref=asc_df_B08F2TD8ZW?mcid=013b930d79493dd0a4a50f5e8147a5d3&amp;th=1&amp;tag=googshopuk-21&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=696386426116&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=4519636024643860968&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=1006502&amp;hvtargid=pla-1092301399327&amp;gad_source=1</a></p>

<p>My tap:</p>

<p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deva-MILAN-103-Chrome-Finish/dp/B0053PAYJO/ref=asc_df_B0053PAYJO?mcid=a4568cb9125a3ff799a740d9317b1dfc&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;tag=googshopuk-21&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=697226876379&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=10784753595526254150&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=m&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9045629&amp;hvtargid=pla-428424476585&amp;psc=1&amp;gad_source=1">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Deva-MILAN-103-Chrome-Finish/dp/B0053PAYJO/ref=asc_df_B0053PAYJO?mcid=a4568cb9125a3ff799a740d9317b1dfc&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;tag=googshopuk-21&amp;linkCode=df0&amp;hvadid=697226876379&amp;hvpos=&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvrand=10784753595526254150&amp;hvpone=&amp;hvptwo=&amp;hvqmt=&amp;hvdev=m&amp;hvdvcmdl=&amp;hvlocint=&amp;hvlocphy=9045629&amp;hvtargid=pla-428424476585&amp;psc=1&amp;gad_source=1</a></p>
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No water in toilet bowl

Drain pipe for Water Heater relief valve?

What adaptor do I need to hook up my countertop dishwasher to my sink?