Many beautiful bathrooms we have the privilege of working in, still boast a toilet with a high-level cistern mounted on the wall. These high-tank style toilets reigned bathrooms across the UK during the Victorian era and are still sought after by owners of period properties for their timeless appeal and subtle nod to the era…
In a typical household, the bathroom can be a popular place (especially for families and those with image obsessed teenagers!). As a hive of activity, it can often prove difficult to keep the room and surfaces in tip top condition. Here are some useful ways you can avoid mess, mould and the build-up of bacteria…
Prevention is always better than cure, and this is particularly true when it comes to your boiler. Boiler issues can be complicated and sometimes costly, so always try and stay one step ahead to ensure problems do not appear out of the blue. Servicing your boiler regularly will help keep it in its best possible…
During the winter months, burst pipes are a daily occurrence for our team here at Maintracts. They are not only a huge pain which can lead to leakages and sometimes flooding, they are also a huge inconvenience and when left untreated, can damage your home and belongings. Calling an emergency plumber to make repairs as…
A tap’s a tap, right? Well, it’s not quite that straightforward. When choosing new taps and showers for your home, you will benefit from having a little knowledge regarding the water pressure available and type of system you have installed. Understanding your installation will enable you to select the appropriate tap or shower to function…
When the opportunity to remodel your bathroom comes, you don’t need to limit your options based on the original type and design of the room. You must consider using different fixtures and a new layout as these improvements can make the money you spend on the remodel worth it. You have many types of bathrooms…
It isn’t unusual for a homeowner to experience low water pressure problems at some point, whether it be a slow running tap or a washing machine that takes forever to finish its cycle. It is a common complaint that the Maintracts team encounter on a weekly basis. In this blog, we explore water pressure and…
There is nothing more frustrating than looking forward to a refreshing shower after a long day, only to find that the showerhead is producing a slow dribble rather than the strong spray you long for. Low water pressure can really affect your day-to-day living and it’s not just bathtime that is affected; your sink maybe…
There are a lot of toilets in the UK, approximately 45 million – that’s around 2 billion litres of water being flushed away every day! What can you do to ensure you use the least amount of water possible when using the toilet? Get a cistern displacement device (CDD). A CDD displaces around 1 litre…
