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Copper vs plastic pipes: Explaining the difference

Copper vs plastic pipes: Explaining the difference

Discover the differences between copper and plastic pipes, including pros, cons, and common uses.


Is tap water safe to drink in the UK?

Is tap water safe to drink in the UK?

Find out whether UK tap water is safe to drink, and why millions choose tap water over bottled water every day.


Noisy tap: Why does it happen & what do I do?

Noisy tap: Why does it happen and what should you do?

Is your tap making a noise? Find out why this happens, and advice on what to do next.


UK plumbing industry faces 73,000-plus plumber shortage by 2032

UK plumbing industry faces 73,000-plus plumber shortage by 2032

By Jonathan Samuel, Director, WaterSafe Register Across the UK, young plumbers are showing what the future of the plumbing industry can look like. In the SkillPLUMB regional heats, apprentices and students are tested on technical ability, precision and professional judgement – and the standard of their plumbing is impressive. That should be encouraging. But it also raises a bigger question


Half of homeowners missing key plumbing protection

Survey finds half of homeowners are missing key protection for home plumbing

Almost half of homeowners don’t use approved plumbers for work in their home, according to research by WaterSafe Register, the UK’s national register of approved plumbers.


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