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The unit that you measure water pressure in.<\/p>\nIf you live somewhere with a plumbing system (which you probably do), it\u2019s worth having some basic knowledge of common plumbing terms.<\/p>\n
If anything goes wrong with your system then the chances are that you\u2019ll need to speak to a professional about it. This can be pretty tricky if they\u2019re using terms and phrases you don\u2019t understand. So here are 15 common plumbing terms you need to know.<\/p>\n
When air is trapped in pipes, slowing down or stopping the flow of liquid.<\/p>\n
A mechanical device that automatically releases air trapped in a water system. This is usually fitted at the highest point of a plumbing system.<\/p>\n
When the flow of liquid is reversed and siphons back towards the source. This can often contaminate the source.<\/p>\n
A valve used to control the flow of water into a cistern or tank. The valve is controlled by a float on the surface of the water in the cistern or tank.<\/p>\n
The unit that you measure water pressure in.<\/p>\n
An air release valve you can usually find on radiators or at high points in pipework. You can use them to release air from your central heating system.<\/p>\n
A fitting designed to only let water flow in one direction.<\/p>\n
A fitting that connects two pieces of pipe together.<\/p>\n
A tank that accommodates the expansion of water within a system as it heats up or absorbs pressure shock waves. This can be open or sealed depending on whether the system is vented or sealed.<\/p>\n
A tall, vertical vent pipe for the main waste pipe.<\/p>\n
A hand-operated on\/off valve, which allows water flow in one direction.<\/p>\n
A water mixing device that automatically adjusts to temperature and pressure variations to maintain a selected temperature at the outlet. These are often fitted with showers or wash basins.<\/p>\n
Part of a pipe that holds water to create a seal, stopping waste fumes from travelling back into a building. Examples of these include u-bends under toilets and p-bends and s-bends under basins and baths.<\/p>\n
A pipe that releases air or water from a hot water system.<\/p>\n
The normal operating pressure that a faucet, valve or plumbing product is designed for.<\/p>\n
So now you should know a few more handy plumbing terms. These should help you whenever you\u2019re talking to a professional about your plumbing system. And remember, if they still use words or phrases that you don\u2019t understand – just ask. The chances are that they\u2019ll be happy to explain them to you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
If you live somewhere with a plumbing system (which you probably do), it\u2019s worth having some basic knowledge of common plumbing terms. If anything goes … <\/p>\n