Part of a series that has been developed to recognise the need of practical, appropriate and up-to-date technical and vocational care texts, this text has been written for students studying plumbing courses. Including detailed, easy-to-follow information, illustrations and tips, this text presents advice on plumbing installation, maintenance and service.

Here is a wealth of plumbing essentials for engineers, architects and plumbing professionals. Each chapter is written by an expert on the specific subject at hand. All aspects of plumbing engineering and design are covered - from the basics of water quality, treatment, supply, distribution and pressure - to the more sophisticated advances in earthquake protection and cross-connection control. More than nineteen chapters cover such important topics as piping insulation, water pumps, testing water systems, protecting water supply systems, fire sprinklers and storm water drainage systems.

Hints & Tips for the Practical Plumber is a unique and essential guide for all plumbing students leaving college and plumbers wanting to set up on their own, and can even be used to help complete the NVQ2 qualification. Based on over 9 years of experience working as a plumber, Jo Lawrence’s insights and practical tips ensure that the transition from college to the real world of plumbing is a pain-free and positive step. Designed to build confidence and help plumbers navigate the often scary realities of setting up on their own, Hints & Tips is the must-have handbook for all plumbers.This handbook is suitable for students leaving college with City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2 Certificates: 6089, 6035, 6129, 6189 (or the equivalent) with or without a formal apprenticeship. It supports those searching for placements to gain the necessary experience, and makes a handy encouragement for anyone who has attempted to go into the plumbing industry in the past but has not managed to get a work placement. “Most plumbing books are written for students training as plumbers, not for plumbers plumbing in the real world. In my experience, many students that train in college can’t find someone to take them on to show them the ropes, and so fall back into other jobs. Hints & Tips teaches them how to turn their college skills into a thriving business, teaching them what they don’t learn in college about how to plumb,” Jo comments on the inspiration behind her book.

Structured to match the latest NVQ specifications and endorsed by City & Guilds.Containing detailed illustrations throughout to support text and illustrate key points.Provides test practice and assessment questions to reinforce learning and monitor progress.

The book deals with all design and practical aspets of plumbing services of buildings, such as water supply, waste water, storm water, fire fighting etc. The book is very useful for design engineers, plumbing professionals, diploma and ITI students as well as a reference book to graduate engineers.CONTENTSCommon Sanitary Fixtures * Layout of Sanitary Fixtures in Toilets * Formula for Flow through Pipes * Water Supply in Buildings * Water Pipe Sizing in Buildings * Foul Water Drainange in Building * Septic Tank Soak away Pits etc. * Storm Water Drainage in Buildings * Fire Fighting * External Water Supply for Buildings * Garden Water Supply * Fountains * External Foul Water Drainage * External Storm Water Drainage for Buildings * Common Appurtances * Detailing of Plumbing Services * Index.