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Practical plumbing advice for Edinburgh homeowners, landlords and businesses, from our Gas Safe registered engineers.

Plumbing advice about frozen pipes for Edinburgh homes and businesses
Winter Preparation
How to Prevent Frozen Pipes This Winter

Scotland's winters can be brutal on pipework. Here's what every Edinburgh homeowner should do before temperatures drop below zero.

  • Lag pipes in unheated areas (lofts, garages)
  • Know where your stopcock is
  • Keep heating on low overnight in cold snaps
  • Insulate outside taps with foam covers
Plumbing advice about boiler tips for Edinburgh homes and businesses
Boiler Advice
Boiler Not Working? Check These 5 Things First

Before calling a Gas Safe engineer, there are a few simple checks you can do safely yourself that resolve a surprising number of boiler issues.

  • Check the boiler pressure gauge (should be 1–1.5 bar)
  • Check the thermostat settings
  • Check the pilot light (older boilers)
  • Look for an error code on the display
  • Check the gas supply is on
Plumbing advice about blocked drains for Edinburgh homes and businesses
Drains
Why Edinburgh Drains Block More in Autumn

Autumn leaf fall, increased rain, and lower temperatures create the perfect conditions for blocked drains across Edinburgh's Victorian drainage systems.

  • Clear leaves from drain grates weekly
  • Never pour fat or oil down the sink
  • Run hot water after washing up
  • Book a CCTV survey if you have recurring blockages
Plumbing advice about water leak for Edinburgh homes and businesses
Leaks
Signs You Have a Hidden Water Leak

Hidden leaks can cause thousands of pounds of damage before you spot them. Knowing the early warning signs can save you a small fortune.

  • Unexplained increase in your water bill
  • Damp patches on walls or ceilings
  • Musty smell in rooms without obvious cause
  • Soft or discoloured areas on floors
  • Meter ticking when all taps are off
Plumbing advice about landlord safety for Edinburgh homes and businesses
Landlord Advice
Landlord Gas Safety: What Scottish Law Requires

If you rent out property in Scotland, you have legal obligations around gas safety that carry serious penalties if ignored.

  • Annual gas safety check by a Gas Safe engineer
  • Certificate issued and kept for 2 years
  • Tenant must receive a copy within 28 days
  • New tenants must receive it before they move in
Plumbing advice about blocked toilet for Edinburgh homes and businesses
Drains
What You Can (and Can't) Flush Down the Toilet

Blocked toilets are one of our most common call-outs — and most are completely avoidable. Here's the definitive guide.

  • Never flush: wet wipes (even "flushable"), cotton buds, nappies, sanitary products
  • Always flush: only toilet paper and human waste
  • Most blockages take 2–3 months to develop

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