Rainfall & ground movement
Farnborough gets a fair amount of rain — the Met Office puts it at around 850mm a year on average. That level of rainfall does increase the risk of backflow, so backflow prevention testing isn't something you want to skip. Our plumbers carry out annual compliance certification to make sure your plumbing system meets local regulations, which keeps you covered and protects your home from potential water damage. It's also worth having the right preventative measures in place to reduce these risks further.
Building Regulations & compliance
In Farnborough, any plumbing work must comply with regulations that require sign-off from the local authority's building control department or a registered competent person. This ensures all installations and repairs are up to standard. Tavora's plumbers make sure every job's fully compliant, providing the necessary documentation and compliance certificates for your records.
Pipe & material suitability
Lead and galvanised steel are the most common pipe materials you'll find in Farnborough, and both carry real risks of corrosion and contamination over time. When you're replacing old pipework, it's worth going with PEX or copper — both meet BS EN 806 standards for water safety. Tavora recommends these materials for any new installation, giving you a more reliable and safer plumbing system, especially in the bathroom.
Local housing stock
Farnborough's housing stock is mostly post-war, built around 1958, so tree root intrusion is something you'll come across fairly regularly here. It's a particular problem with cast iron and pitch fibre sewer pipes, which can lead to some serious plumbing headaches if left unchecked. Our plumbers assess these risks thoroughly, putting in root barriers and the right maintenance plan to keep your plumbing system protected.