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BM Plumbing Help & Advice

Good old-fashioned service, made easy. Helpful guides for Leicester trade and DIY customers — with a real person at the end of the phone when a part is difficult to identify.

Find the part. Avoid the guesswork.

Radiator Cold at the Bottom? Sludge, Air or Poor Circulation

Sludge, air or restricted circulation? Safe checks before buying heating chemicals or parts.

How to Identify an Unknown Plumbing Fitting

A practical way to identify a mystery fitting before ordering the wrong replacement.

15mm vs 22mm Copper Pipe Fittings: What to Buy

Learn the difference between common copper pipe sizes and what to check when choosing a fitting.

Compression vs Push-Fit Plumbing Fittings

A straightforward comparison of compression and push-fit connections for trade and DIY customers.

How to Identify a Replacement Tap Cartridge

What to photograph and measure when a tap cartridge needs replacing.

Toilet Fill Valve or Flush Valve: Which Part Do You Need?

Work out whether you are looking for a filling component or a flushing component.

TRV vs Lockshield Radiator Valve: Know the Difference

Understand two common radiator valve roles before asking for replacement parts.

Leaking Radiator Valve? What to Check Before Buying Parts

What details help identify the right radiator valve part when you discover a leak.