February 2023

A rainwater downpipe system is an indispensable part of any structure as it facilitates drainage of rainfall away from the property, enabling it to withstand even the heaviest weather conditions and difficult climates. These downpipes direct rainwater from a building’s roof via the gutters to a drainage system. A faulty downpipe or, worse, a lack of it can lead to all sorts of issues, including blocked drainage, leaking roofs, damp walls, and standing water that could attract mosquitoes and cause all sorts of health problems. As such, it is vital to be familiar with this small yet significant part of a...

When it comes to leak-free installations, uPVC plastic piping and threaded fittings are the most reliable and widely used solutions favoured by many. The issues that some people encounter with them, such as stress cracking with threaded fittings, can all be easily avoided by following the proper installation guidelines. In the following sections, we outline the dos and don’ts when installing threaded connections with uPVC pipes and fittings to ensure a smoother and stress-free assembly process. 1. Don’t overtighten joints by turning one more time just to be sure; do finger tighten for one or two more times and no more Threaded...