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We chat with WaterSafe member Kev Bate, from K B Plumbing & Heating, about running a family business, the importance of continuous training, and why he’s supporting the campaign to eliminate lead solder from the industry.
WaterSafe is urging homeowners and businesses to question their plumber on which solder they use in plumbing, following results from its latest survey. The research by the UK register of approved plumbers reveals that despite a decades-old ban, a staggering 50% of plumbers say they still sometimes use illegal lead solder when jointing pipework supplying hot or drinking water. Furthermore, 94% of
We caught up with Brett Knowles, a dedicated WaterSafe-approved plumber and owner of BK Plumbing. We delved into his journey in the industry, what a typical day looks like, and why he's so committed to a vital aspect of plumbing safety: lead-free solder.
Drinking water quality in Wales continues to be rated among the best in the world however on the rare occasions problems do occur, this is often due to poor plumbing inside buildings.
Drinking water in England continues to be among the best in the world, however on the rare occasions problems do occur, this is often due to poor plumbing inside homes and buildings.
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