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Our diy guides guides — practical, no-nonsense plumbing help from the FixDelivered team.

Replace Radiator Valve: DIY Guide to Fitting a TRV — A leaking or faulty radiator valve can be a nuisance. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for replacing a standard valve or fitting a thermostatic radiator valve (TRV) safely and efficiently
How to Unblock an Outside Drain with Drain Rods — Discover how to clear a blocked outside drain or gully using drain rods with our comprehensive DIY guide. Includes tools, safety, and when to call a professional.
How to Replace a Toilet Fill Valve: UK DIY Guide — A constantly running or slow-filling toilet is frustrating and wastes water. Often, the culprit is a faulty fill valve (or ballcock). This guide will show you how to replace it yourself.
How to Fit a New Kitchen or Basin Tap: UK DIY Guide — Replacing a worn-out or leaky tap can refresh your kitchen or bathroom. Our comprehensive DIY guide walks you through fitting a new kitchen or basin tap safely and efficiently.
Fix a Dripping Shower or Mixer Valve — A dripping shower or mixer valve can waste water and be annoying. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for UK homeowners to diagnose and fix common leaks.
Fix a Slow Draining Bath or Shower: UK DIY Guide — A slow-draining bath or shower is usually caused by hair and soap scum. Our comprehensive UK DIY guide shows you how to safely clear the blockage yourself, saving you time and money.
Replace a Toilet Seat: DIY Guide, Even with Stuck Fixings — Don't put up with a wobbly or broken toilet seat. Our comprehensive 2026 UK guide shows you how to replace it yourself, including solutions for stubborn, stuck fixings.
Fix a Toilet That Won't Flush Properly: UK DIY Guide — A toilet that won't flush properly can be frustrating. This UK guide covers common causes, step-by-step DIY fixes, and when to call a professional plumber.
Silence Noisy Pipes: Fix Water Hammer & Plumbing Knocking — Banging, knocking, or humming pipes can be annoying and damaging. Discover the causes of water hammer and other pipe noises, with practical steps to fix them in your UK home.
Low Water Pressure: Diagnose & Fix It at Home (UK Guide) — Frustrated by low water pressure? This UK guide helps you diagnose common causes and provides actionable steps to fix it, or explains when to call a pro.
Low Boiler Pressure? Repressurise Your Combi Boiler — A low pressure reading on your combi boiler can lead to inefficient heating. This UK guide provides a step-by-step process to safely repressurise your system.
How to Safely Reset Your Boiler & Understand Fault Codes — Learn how to safely reset your boiler and understand common fault codes to troubleshoot heating and hot water issues in your UK home.
Fix a Constantly Running Toilet: UK DIY Guide & Pro Tips — A constantly running toilet wastes hundreds of litres of water and money. Learn the common causes and simple DIY fixes to stop your toilet from running in the UK.
Bleed Your Radiators: Fix Cold Spots & Improve Heating — Is your radiator cold at the top? Learn how to bleed it safely and effectively with our step-by-step UK guide, improving your home's heating efficiency.
How to Unblock a Toilet: DIY Guide & Pro Tips UK 2026 — Don't panic about a blocked toilet! Our comprehensive UK guide for 2026 shows you how to unblock it safely yourself and when it's time to call a professional plumber.
How to Unblock a Sink: Kitchen & Bathroom DIY Guide — Don't let a blocked sink ruin your day. Our comprehensive UK DIY guide shows you how to safely and effectively clear common kitchen and bathroom sink blockages yourself.
Stop a Leaking Sink Trap: UK DIY Repair Guide — A leaking sink trap can be a messy nuisance. This UK DIY guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions to identify and fix common leaks under your sink, including tools needed and when to call a pro
Fix a Dripping Tap: DIY Washer Replacement — A dripping tap is annoying and wastes water. Our comprehensive UK DIY guide shows you how to fix it by replacing the washer in 6 simple steps.