There are lots of reasons as to why a plumbing issue can become an emergency, maybe you cannot turn a tap off and a sink is overflowing, a pipe has burst, but we realise that you need quick and effective action fast. The very nature of water means that by the time its presence is noticeable it may have been leaking for quite some time, and is an emergency. Here at J and P we have a team which works [...]

Burst pipes are at the heart of many plumbing issues and despite the fact that many water pipes are made from copper, a very durable material, they are still prone to springing a leak. How does this happen though? Pipes designed solely for the purpose of allowing water to pass through, should surely be able to withstand almost anything. The truth is though that depending on the type of water running through the pipe, leaks can sometimes begin to appear [...]

There can be no doubt that our home plumbing systems are absolutely crucial to the smooth running of our homes. No system within the home is used as frequently as or with more dependency than the plumbing. Without effective plumbing, we would be unable to have a bath or a shower, go to the bathroom, wash out clothes using a washing machine, do the dishes etc, etc. With something this important, it is essential that you at least understand the [...]