Changing a hot water tap involves several steps, from turning off the water supply to connecting the new tap's plumbing. Here's a detailed guide:
Step-by-Step Guide to Replacing a Hot Water Tap
Here’s a breakdown of how to replace your hot water tap, based on standard procedures:
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Turn Off Your Water Supply: This is the crucial first step. You need to turn off the water supply for both the hot and cold taps from the mains supply. This prevents any unexpected flooding while you're working.
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Remove the Old Tap:
- Get under your basin.
- Unscrew the nut that locks the basin to your old tap. This usually requires a wrench or basin wrench.
- Disconnect the water supply lines (hot and cold) from the old tap. Have a bucket and some towels handy to catch any residual water.
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Install Your New Tap:
- Place the new tap into the basin hole.
- From underneath the basin, secure the new tap using the provided mounting hardware (usually a nut and washer). Make sure it's properly aligned and tightened.
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Connect Your Plumbing:
- Connect the hot and cold water supply lines to the corresponding connections on the new tap. Ensure the connections are tight to prevent leaks. You may need to use PTFE tape (plumber's tape) on the threads for a watertight seal.
- Example: connect the hot water pipe to the hot water inlet of the new tap (usually marked with red).
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Switch Your Water Supply Back On:
- Slowly turn the mains water supply back on.
- Check for any leaks around the connections. Tighten any connections that are leaking.
