Why is there no water in my flat?

If you’re not getting any water in your home, it’s likely because of a problem with the water main. If you have an emergency shut-off valve, it could have accidentally triggered and stopped your water flow, or the valve could be open and impeding your water supply because it’s leaking.

Why is there no hot water in my block of flats?

I have queried it with the building manager who (without inspection or any real knowledge of plumbing or heating) has said that it will be the boiler (electric) and the “pressure release valve that controls the hot water will need replacing”.

Which is the best floor to live in an apartment?

The first floor is probably ideal if you have kids, dogs, or make big grocery hauls. Depending on the apartment complex, bottom floor units are sometimes less expensive. They’re also more likely to be vacant than more desirable top floor apartments.

What should water pressure be in a block of flats?

As a rough guide water pressure should be strong enough to fill a 4.5 litre (one gallon) container in 30 seconds from a ground-floor tap. Obviously it will take longer the higher you go above ground floor. Getting the MA to investigate is another issue; if all the residents are suffering then a joint call for action will be more effective.

Is it better to live on the top floor or the bottom?

Pests: Living on the top floor means less visits from unwanted pests and critters. Bugs and other pests typically live in or on the ground outside, so they are more likely to infest apartments that are closer to where they live in nature. A bottom floor apartment, too, boasts some enticing amenities.

Is there a lot of flats with low water pressure?

Country: Yes it’s a lot of flats 8 2 on each floor that were converted from an office block with the main water and elect etc being in the ground floor utility room. All the flats have low pressure so you may be right that one can’t overcome it easily.

Which is the best floor to live on?

First every time. Long ago we lived in a very big first floor flat (tenement) in a very cold part of the UK. The flat was above a shop (9-5 deal). Our flat was SO warm all the time (and I feel the cold badly). So that was a good deal – although lenders don’t really want to lend for homes above shops.

Who is liable for a flood in an upstairs flat?

A flood upstairs has damaged my flat. Who is liable? Q I own a ground floor flat which has another flat above. Recently there was an overflow in the bathroom in the upstairs flat that caused damage to my property. This is the second time it has happened.