The Copper Connection Podcast – Season 2, Episode 31.

Struggling to understand unvented hot water systems? In Episode 31 of The Copper Connection Podcast, host Chris Bailey breaks down everything plumbing students and apprentices need to know about unvented hot water principles—from G3 regulations to expansion vessels, relief valves, and fault diagnosis.

Whether you're studying for your T Levels, City & Guilds, or NVQ in plumbing and heating, this episode will help you understand the key differences between vented and unvented systems, why water expansion matters in sealed systems, and what safety devices are legally required under Approved Document G3 Schedule 2.

You'll learn:

✅ The principles of water under pressure and why expansion management is critical

✅ How expansion vessels, PRVs, TPRVs, and tundishes keep systems safe

✅ Common faults like dripping tundishes and how to diagnose them

✅ Why only G3-qualified engineers can install and service unvented systems

✅ Real-world tips to help you feel confident on site and in your exams

Perfect for plumbing apprentices, construction students, and anyone pursuing technical qualifications in the trades. This is practical, story-driven learning that actually sticks.

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• Becoming a plumber UK
• Trade qualifications
• Plumbing and heating engineering
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• City & Guilds plumbing
• NVQ plumbing Level 3
• Plumbing exam tips
• Apprentice plumber advice
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• Unvented cylinder faults
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The Copper Connection Podcast – Season 2, Episode 30.

Master open vented heating systems and boost your plumbing career.

In this episode of The Copper Connection Podcast, host Chris Bailey breaks down everything plumbing apprentices and T-Level students need to know about open vented heating systems. Whether you're studying for your technical qualification, working on-site, or preparing for assessments, this episode delivers clear, practical knowledge you can use immediately.

You'll learn:

✅ The role of the open vent pipe, cold feed, and feed & expansion cistern

✅ Why correct vent pipe installation is critical for safety

✅ The difference between one-pipe and two-pipe heating systems

✅ How circulators (pumps) work and common faults like pumping over

✅ Real-world troubleshooting tips for air locks, blocked feeds, and leaking cisterns

✅ Hands-on component identification techniques used by professional heating engineers

Chris uses storytelling, relatable examples, and real-world scenarios to make complex plumbing concepts easy to understand. Perfect for construction students, apprentices, and anyone pursuing a career in the plumbing and heating trades.

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The Copper Connection Podcast – Season 2, Episode 29

Master direct cold water systems and boost your plumbing knowledge with this essential guide for students and apprentices.

In Episode 29 of The Copper Connection Podcast, host Chris Bailey breaks down everything you need to know about direct cold water systems—one of the most common setups you'll encounter in modern UK homes. Whether you're studying for your plumbing qualifications, working through your apprenticeship, or just starting out in the construction trades, this episode will help you understand how water gets from the mains to the tap, what components you need, and why regulations matter.

In this episode, you'll learn:

✅ What direct cold water systems are and how they differ from indirect systems

✅ How UK water sources and distribution networks supply your property

✅ The role of service pipes, stop valves, service valves, and drain-offs

✅ Key advantages and disadvantages of direct systems in real-world installations

✅ How to comply with Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999

✅ The importance of WRAS-approved fittings and backflow prevention

✅ Common installation mistakes like dead legs, undersized pipework, and water hammer

✅ Practical tips for pressure testing, pipe sizing, and component positioning

✅ Real-world case studies and troubleshooting advice from the field

Perfect for T-Level students, NVQ learners, and anyone pursuing a career in plumbing and heating engineering. Chris shares real-world examples, common installation mistakes, and practical tips to help you work confidently on site and ace your exams.

Follow The Copper Connection Podcast for more trade skills, exam tips, and career advice for apprentices and construction students.

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• Plumbing students guide
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• NVQ plumbing course
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• Construction trades training
• Apprentice plumber tips
• Rising main installation
• Stop valve and service valve
• Plumbing revision guide
• Becoming a plumber UK
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• Mains pressure water systems
• Plumbing career advice

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