Hidden stopcock

[Kewat66]

Hi All,

I have a request from a client to move a stopcock from its current position into a small loft directly above where it currently is. They want to plaster over the wall and put a radiator directly over it. My question is even though the stopcock is in a new position am i ok to put some form of lead lock over the current pipe/stopcock and get this plastered over or because i would be using a compression fitting do i have to allow access to this area? Also what is the best fitting for this requirement.

thanks

kewat66

 

[Killy Bing]

You dont have too much choice but use a leadlock really.

instead of plastering it in could you not leave a small access panel in the plaster?

 

[Kewat66]

No they want to have a smooth wall for a trendy rad to go onto.

 

[Killy Bing]

Can you not take the lead back to somewhere atleast accessible?
Or at least not going to be plastered in.
Into the floor maybe?

 

[PriestyUK]

I prefer a Philmac fitting than a leadlock fitting :S Those go in the ground and dont need access etc

 

[Destroyer2813]

Philmac for me also

 

[Kewat66]

I will have a look at a philmac connector. Thanks

 

[plumb_know]

All you can do is advise the customer to leave access, up to them if they still want to plaster it afterwards.

 

[stevetheplumber]

i wouldnt worry if they decide to plaster over it its then their problem once there on and tested ive not had much trouble with lead locks just make sure its clipped in place well