The term 'plumbing' originates from the Latin word, 'Plumbum'. This stands for lead, the material originally used in the production of plumbing pipes and accessories. 'Plumbing' as a whole refers to the skilled trade of working with tubing, pipes and a number of plumbing fixtures, used within water systems, waste drainage and central heating. Plumbing originated around the time of the ancient civilisations, such as Roman, Greek, Indian, Chinese and so on. Public baths were, at this time, developed to provide drainage and portable water. Since the development of the plumbing industry in the 19th century, materials used in the trade have changed. We now use a network of pipes and pressurised pumps which are made from brass, copper, plastic, cast iron and steel. We no longer use lead pipes in plumbing, due to its toxicity. The 'stop cock' is a vital part of your plumbing systems, as it is a valve used to turn off the water supply to your house. It is highly important that you know where this is, to prevent excessive damage in the case of a leak or other plumbing emergency. Drain cleaners can greatly help the plumbing system in your home, increasing it's life span and the system's flow. They are also great when trying to unblock a drain. Rattling pipes are a common problem with homes around Bath and the South West, and can be caused by something as simple as your water pipes not being sufficiently secured to the wall. Slow drainage is another common problem which is usually down to clogged pipes. Again, these can be easily cleaned out with a good drain cleaner. If you suffer from a toilet tank leak, you may need to have the plumbing parts of the tank replaced. It is important that you contact the experts at Central Heating Frome and M G Marshall & Sons to help you fix this and similar issues.

If you have a problem with your Central Heating Frome or other plumbing issues, whether you are in Frome or surrounding areas, then please do not hesitate to get in touch. If you choose to carry out any plumbing procedures yourself, then a number of other problems could arise. It is easy for someone with no plumbing qualifications and experience to further damage pipes and so on which they are trying to fix. This will not only mean that you will have to call out a professional plumber to fix the issues for you, but it will also cost a lot more in both time and money. So please do not put your home and those around you at risk. Call an experienced, reliable plumber today. Contact us.