When you need our help in a time of a plumbing emergency, simply call us 24 hours a day, seven days a week on 020 7610 1616 and we will be with you as soon as we possibly can. We are proud to be regarded as one of the leading emergency plumbing companies in the region, with our stellar reputation being built up over 60 years of combined experience by offering exceptional customer service and first class workmanship with every job, regardless [...]

A recent Gas Safety Trust poll of 2,000 people has highlighted the fact that despite the fact that many people are aware of the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning, just 13% of people can identify the main symptoms and characteristics of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Younger People At Risk The  poll indicated that it was the younger age group (under 25s) as the age group least able to identify all of the symptoms and characteristics. The report also found that [...]

Technology is evolving all of the time and it is absolutely no different in the plumbing industry. Whereas a few years ago people would have associated CCTV (Closed Circuit Television) with being a crime prevention device, CCTV now plays a pivotal role in helping to get to the bottom of drainage issues. Why Would I Need A CCTV Drain Survey? CCTV (closed circuit television) is a very useful tool for the drainage engineer as most drains are either concealed within [...]

It is never a good idea to waste anything and water is no exception. Scarce in some areas in the world and very expensive in others, if you have a water meter installed in your home, it is always a good idea to conserve water wherever possible to help keep your bills down to a minimum. To help you keep your wastage down to a minimum we have drawn up a list of 10 great tips. Let us know which [...]

Although many of the UK based water companies send out an engineer to check the water meters of the customers once or twice a year, they very rarely provide you with tips on how to read the meter properly yourself. It is always a good idea to keep your eye on your meter readings on a fairly regular basis to just keep a check on how quickly it is rising. You never know when you may be paying money for [...]

29 Plumbing is one of those things that people have installed in their home and hope they never have to look at again. However, this is not always the case and quite often when people do have an issue with their plumbing it is going to come in the form of an emergency. This is when people should know about some of the common emergency plumbing situations and how these are classified as an emergency. Without this people may think they [...]

If you encounter regular and persistent faults with your drainage system, a CCTV survey can help you to identify and solve the problem using the most sophisticated CCTV technology.  If you contract a company that has a skilled team of engineers who are well trained and skilled, (such as ourselves!) they should be able to identify where the problem by using CCTV inspection.  Most of the companies carry cameras which are used to check out the problem. The survey is able [...]

Home plumbing systems can be a mystery to many people. However, they need to realize there are certain items they need to know about their plumbing to guarantee they get the right items for their home. This is when people should know about some of the things they should know about their plumbing. By knowing about these things, it is easy for people to get the knowledge they need on their plumbing systems, but also know if the home is [...]

Central heating is a great way to heat your home through all times of the year. However, over time the heating can start to break down and this can easily lead to your home having issues staying warm. This is when you should use some tips to make sure you are able to keep your homes heating in the top condition. Without this advice, you could find that your heating is not up to keeping your home warm in the [...]

If you own your home or commercial property, it is likely that you will need the services of a plumber at some point. This is why you need to know what to ask them before you hire one. Here are five important things that you need to inquire about: Are you licensed and insured? You need to ask about this and verification of these in order to be certain that the plumber is legal to perform work where you live. [...]

While in the past plumbing was an issue in most homes, today’s plumbing systems have developed to the point where people rarely experience burst pipes or kitchen sinks that won’t drain.  As long as water runs from the faucet and it drains where it should drain, everything’s okay. However, the truth is that your plumbing system can actually become a water-filled balloon that could burst if you don’t pay attention. To what, you may ask. Read on to find out! One [...]

Have you ever been in the position where your cold water supply has stopped for no apparent reason? What would you do in these circumstances? The easiest thing to do of course, is simply give us a call 020 7610 1616! There are a couple of things that you can do to help though. So what exactly should you do when your cold water stops running? It may sound obvious but the first thing to do is a quick investigation to [...]

When emergency plumbing situations including broken pipes and severely blocked drains arise, speed is always of the essence and the sooner you can get a plumber in to rectify the situation the better. Is there anything that can be done prior to the plumber arriving that may help with the completion of the job? Not only will a bit of preliminary work help to speed up the completion of the job, it may also potentially lead to a smaller bill at the end due [...]

From massive corporations to small homes, the majority of buildings share something in common during the winter - they all rely on their heating systems to keep everyone nice and warm. These fantastic additions are absolutely essential for providing provide a building's occupants with comfy warmth during the cold winter months. On occasion though, these heating systems sometimes lose some of their effectiveness and when this happens it is generally due to the fact that they lose their pressure and [...]

Home maintenance is a chore that keeps popping its head up. With so many things that need to be done to a home in order to keep things running smoothly, there is literally always something to do. Important Tips Some things are a little more important than others though and the plumbing of a property is something that should never be overlooked. Below, the team at J & P have created a helpful plumbers London check-list that will help you to [...]

We all know how difficult it can be to turn our attention to household tasks when we’ve spent a hard day at work. Never let it slip your mind though that these little jobs that need fixing can quickly become big & costly jobs that become major issues if they are not nipped in the bud at the earliest possible opportunity. Below we have identified a number of little issues that can quickly become big issues if left alone. The [...]

Are you tired of walking into your bathroom and seeing patches of paint peeling from the walls and mouldy tiles? These are often the first signs that it is time for a bathroom upgrade and the team at J & P is here to help. What Are The Most Common Upgrades? Without wishing to state the obvious, by far the most common fixtures in household bathrooms are showers/baths, toilets and sinks. All used regularly in everyday life, upgrading these fixtures [...]

Nearly all plumbers would have you believe that they are the bees knees when it comes to all things plumbing (obviously we actually are!) but the truth is that it is not all plumbers provide the level of services that you as a customer deserve. The chances are that if you find yourself having to call in a plumber, it will be because of an emergency situation that has presented itself to you (burst pipe, overflowing toilet etc) and therefore [...]

Do you have strange noises coming from your bathroom?? It is not uncommon for people to experience problems with their toilet and finding out the root cause of the problem is the the first step towards restoring peace and order to your toilet. Below we have identified some of the most common cause of problems (aside from blockages), and what steps can be taken to rectify them. Often the best course of action is to call in a team of [...]

24 Hours a Day 365 Days a Year, there is no job too big or too small for the premier emergency plumbing team in London. Our team of qualified plumbers, heating engineers and electricians all possess extensive experience in all aspects of the plumbing & heating industry. When you need our help in a time of a plumbing emergency, simply call us 24 hours a day, seven days a week on 020 7610 1616 and we will be with you as soon [...]

Would you know which plumbing company to call should there be an emergency? There are excellent plumbers out there (like us for example!!) but there are also some plumber who are not so good and those which are just plain awful! That’s why it is always worth keeping your eye out and listening to recommendations from friends and family. Many of our new customers are recommended to us from former customers and this is something that we take great pride in. Reputation [...]