One Hour Response Time

At Partners Maintenance we supply plumbers throughout London, and should you need an emergency plumber in London we are more than able to help. In fact, we will aim to respond to your call within one hour of receiving it – no matter the time of the day!

We offer this unique service because we understand how no hot water, no central heating and burst pipes can ruin your day; which is why we aim to get your day back on track with minimum fuss.

What Constitutes An Emergency?

This varies from one person to the next, however we frequently receive calls for the following plumbing emergencies;

- Serious Water Leaks
- Blocked Drains
- Boiler Breakdowns

The Benefits of Calling Partners Maintenance

Alongside our speedy one hour response time, there are many other benefits to choosing us to respond to your emergency including;

- No call our charge
- Local plumber who is comprehensively trained
- Guaranteed service

If you have an emergency make sure you call Partners Maintenance and telephone us today on 020 7000 3196.

There are two options, you can either do it yourself or you can call in a plumber and they will do it for you. If you are brave enough to try and do it yourself, here is your step-by-step guide.

Step One: Remove the Old Sealant

This is the fun part, and normally if the sealant is really old it will be hanging off the wall anyway. Gently pull it away from the wall, and for those bits which are a bit harder to get off simply use a craft knife and carefully slice the old sealant off.

Step Two: Clean the Surface

Before you apply the new sealant, get some white spirit and dampen a cloth with it. Once you have done this, scrub at the area to remove any build-up of dirt or grease – leaving the area nice and clean.

Top Tip: If you have a resin bath fill it with water to weigh it down before applying the sealant.

Step Three: Prepare & Apply the Sealant

To prepare the sealant simply cut the nozzle off at a 45 degree angle. Once you have done this, test that the sealant comes out smoothly. Next, fit the sealant into the mastic gun and gently squeeze – the sealant should come out. Wipe clean and begin in the corner of your basin.

Apply even pressure and continuously move the sealant along the edge of the basin.

Top Tip: Use the tip of the sealant tube to create a smooth finish.

If this seems like too much, why not give the experts here at Partners Maintenance a call on 020 7000 3196.

Plumbing Services

Our plumbers operate across London, ensuring that you have a plumber operating in your local area. This allows us to respond to emergency call outs within two hours of receiving your call – just one of the reasons why we are the number one choice for many homeowners within the London area. Below is a brief overview of the plumbing services we offer;

- We Repair Water Leaks
- We Can Install Plumbing For Your Bathroom, Shower & Kitchen
- We Can Fit & Repair Toilets
- We Can Identify & Repair Problems with Your Heating System
- We can Perform Boiler Repairs, Installations & Replacements (Registered Gas Safe)
- We Can Clear Blocked Drains
- We Can Repair, Reline, Replace and Descale Drains

As you can see, we offer a wide variety of plumbing services; so whether you need boiler repairs or central heating installations and you live in London, be sure to make Partners Maintenance your first port of call. Telephone us today on 020 7000 3196.

Plumbing Services Available Throughout London

At Partners Maintenance we cover a large area, ensuring that wherever you are based in London we can perform central heating installations, repairs or updates to your home; but that’s not the only reason why we are the number one choice for many homes across London. In fact, it is our growing reputation as one of the most reliable plumbers in the area which is the main incentive for many of our customers.

Gas Safe Registered

Aside from a glowing reputation and commitment to quality all of our plumbers are gas safe registered (previously known as CORGI) and adhere to all current building regulations; ensuring all of the work we undertake is done to a high standard of workmanship.

Full Guarantee On All Work

At Partners Maintenance we are committed to quality, which is why we offer a full guarantee to all of our customers. With this in mind, you can be sure of receiving a service that is second to none.

Emergency Repairs

Alongside installations and upgrades we also offer an emergency repair service to homeowners based in London. There is no call out charge and we aim to be with you as soon as possible, to minimise any disruption caused to your day.

To learn more about central heating installations and repairs in London please telephone us today on 020 7000 3196 or click here to complete our online contact form.

Step One: Identify the Cause

Blocked sinks are often caused by a build-up of hair or dirt, and by regularly cleaning your sink you should prevent this from happening in the future. However, if this isn’t the cause and water isn’t running away freely than you need to take action; but before you do anything you should block your overflow hole which is located beneath the taps at the top of the sink.

Step Two: Grab a Plunger

Once you’ve blocked the overflow hole you can then use the plunger. You simply place the plunger over the plug hole and quickly pump it up and down. This will create enough force to send water down your pipes fast enough to dislodge the blockage. Do this until the blockage is clear, and afterwards run water and some cleaning products down the drain just to make sure that the blockage is completely removed.

Step Three: What to Do If it Hasn’t Worked?

If this has failed to shift the blockage try and get as much of the standing water as you can from the sink. Once you’ve done this grab a bucket and place it under the sink. You should see a ‘u’ bend and you should be able to unscrew this. Warning, this may be very smelly so open the windows and wear gloves.

Once you’ve removed this, you can then begin to remove any debris which may be causing the blockage. This is usually bits of hair, but you may be surprised at what you will find in there!

If this still hasn’t cleared the blockage it’s time to call in a professional plumber, something that we at Partners Maintenance can help you with. We are able to send a fully-qualified plumber out who has the experience and expertise to identify and repair the problem with minimum fuss and disruption. For details call us on 020 7000 3196.

Step One: Turn off Water Supply

Turn off the water supply and the power supply to your boiler. This will prevent any water from re-entering the system while you’re trying to drain it and ensure that the water you are emptying is cold rather than heated. If you have a traditional boiler with an expansion tank in the loft, than you need to take the ball valve which controls the flow of water out of the water. This is just a precaution to prevent the system from re-filling with water.

Step Two: Draining the System

Once you have turned everything off you need to locate the drainage valve. This is a brass valve which you can connect a hose to, allowing you to empty your system with minimum fuss – it also reduces the chance of water damage.

Once you have connected the hose and taken the other end of the hose outside, you can then open the valve to release the water in the system. Sometimes the water will run out slowly, to speed things up simply bleed your radiators which will release trapped air and let the water run freely away from the system.

Step Three: Re-fill Your System

Once your system has been completely emptied remember to close the valves you opened on your radiators to bleed them and the brass valve on your system. Turn on the power supply and water, and submerge the ball valve into the water so your system refills.

Once your system has refilled, you will need to bleed all radiators downstairs and upstairs to remove any trapped air.

This is a complex operation for those who are not a plumber so we would recommend you call in a local plumber, and luckily for you we are able to supply plumber services throughout London. For more details click here to contact us or telephone us on 020 70 00 31 96.

Step One: Turn of the Water Supply

Before you go anywhere near the radiator you need to turn of the central heating to ensure that the water in the radiator has cooled. Next you need to turn of the water supply to the radiator itself – this is done by the valves which are located at either side.

The two valves do two separate jobs; one controls the heat of the radiator and the other controls the flow of water to the radiator – both need to be turned off. To turn them off, simply turn the valve by rotating it clockwise. The valve which controls the water flow will need to be switched off using a wrench, and will often have a plastic cap which will need removing.

Top Tip: remember to note down how many turns it took to open the valve as you will need to close it by the same amount when you close the valve later on.

Step Two: Drain the Radiator

Before you do this make sure you have some rags or old bed sheets to hand and a bucket. Once you have these make sure you position the bucket beneath the radiator to catch all the water when you come to drain the radiator. To help the flow of the water, bleed the radiator and this should release the water.

The water will probably be quite dull in colouring, this is perfectly normal and isn’t a problem.

The radiator is quite heavy so it’s often easier with two people as this will allow you to drain all the water from the radiator with minimum fuss.

Step Three: Remove the Radiator

Once you have successfully drained the radiator you will need to disconnect the radiator completely from the wall brackets and the valves. Yet again, this is a lot easier when there are two of you.

Step Four: Clean the Radiator

If you are re-using the radiator and you are simply removing it to decorate behind it then this is the perfect opportunity to give the radiator a bit of a clean. Overtime dirt naturally builds up inside the radiator, and all you need to do is get rid of this and ensure that your radiator is warm whatever the weather, is to connect a hose to the opening and blast water through it. If you have left all the valves open the water will come out the other side – do this until the water runs clear.

If you think this sounds a little too complex for you then make sure you get in touch with a professional plumber in your local area of London who will be able to do it on your behalf. To call a plumber from Partners Maintenance call us today on 020 7000 3196 and we’ll send a plumber out to you.

What Type of House Do You Have?

Houses come in all shapes and sizes, and coincidentally so do boilers. If you have a large detached house with more than one bathroom and a house full of people, you’ll require a boiler which can cope with the excess strain. With this in mind, you need to consider the size of your house – if it’s small and compact you could easily opt for a combi boiler, whereas if you have a larger home you may want to opt for a conventional boiler.

What to Choose; a Combi Boiler or a Conventional Boiler?

To choose a boiler which meets your requirements you first need to understand the difference between these two boilers. A combi boiler, as the name suggests can provide hot water and heating. It removes the need for large storage tanks and therefore frees up space which is great for smaller homes.

The unique design of the combi boiler means that it heats water as and when it is required, and it is this which allows it to be housed in a small unit. It’s precisely for this reason why combi boilers are perfect for terrace, semi-detached, bungalows or small detached homes.

In contrast the conventional boiler requires a large storage tank to supply and heat the water. Once all the hot water has been used, it usually takes a while to heat and supply more hot water. However, the conventional boiler is better suited to larger properties which can house the tank without worry and which have various water outlets which are used simultaneously.

If you are still struggling to choose between the various boilers available make sure you get in touch with us at Partners Maintenance and call in a professional plumber in London on 020 70 00 3196.

You Will Need…

To bleed your radiators you will need a radiator key and a rag/piece of tissue paper. The radiator key looks similar to this picture, however some do look different. If you don’t have a radiator key then take a photo and take it to your local hardware shop as they will be more than willing to help you find the right key for your radiator.

Step One: Turn of Your Heating System

Before you do anything we recommend you turn of your heating system. You don’t want to bleed you radiators with hot water inside them, so make sure you give it at least ten minutes to cool down before you bleed them.

Step Two: Open the Valve

Take the key and carefully place it over the valve at the end of the radiator, it should just slot into place. Next, take the cloth and place it beneath the valve to catch any water which may escape and slowly turn the key to open the valve.

Step Three: Close the Valve

Upon doing this you’ll hear a hissing noise, this is completely normal and is just the trapped air escaping from the radiator. As soon as the hissing stops and the first drip (or in some cases spurt) of water occurs turn the radiator key to close the valve.

You may find that the water which escapes is black, this is completely normal and is nothing to worry about. If however you need to bleed your radiators on a regular basis and your radiators still struggle to get hot there could be a problem with the pressure or even the system, in which case it might be worth calling in a plumber in Luton or an expert from Partners Maintenance.

Below is a short video to give you more guidance – if you’re still struggling though call us on 020 7000 3196 as we are more than happy to help.

Dripping Taps Be Gone!

If the continuous drip from the tap is driving you insane and you’re a dab hand at DIY then you might be able to fix it yourself. In most cases, a dripping tap is usually caused by the washer, and all you need to do is take of the tap (you usually pull them or unscrew the retaining screw) and on the underside of the headgear you’ll find the washer. All you need to do is take the old one out and replace it with the new one – when you place the tap back on make sure you don’t do it too tight as you want to test that everything is working first.

If you’re still having problems then the area underneath the washer may have corroded, and if this is the case it might be worth calling in the experts here at PCS Maintenance.

Muffle Those Banging Pipes

If you are kept awake by banging pipes then the problem is most definitely Water Hammer. This is caused by water slamming against the valve which has been closed abruptly, and commonly caused when the washing machine is turned on. To prevent this, all you need to do is locate the pipe which has been making the racket and muffle the sound by placing some foam insulation around the pipe.

Clear Blocked Sinks

First things first – check to see if the other sinks/water outlets in your home are working okay, if yes then the problem will probably be found in the ‘U’ bend at the bottom of the sink, if however the others are running slowly as well then it is most likely a problem with your drains.

If it’s the first you need to turn off your water supply, once this has been done you need to look beneath the sink and unscrew the ‘U’ bend and empty anything which may be causing a blockage. Be warned – this will usually be quite smelly as it collects food and waste which then decomposes.

Stayed tuned for the next instalment of common plumbing problems and how to solve them. If however you’re stuck, make sure you call a plumber in London and get in touch with us here at PCS Maintenance and we’ll sort the problem out for you.