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i need to convert my loft into a basic bedroom but theres a tank in the middle with pipes comming off it ----- is this a straightforward job to perhaps move it to a corner ? or is it an expensive job that it might be cheaper to move ?

Hi,
We have had the whole heating system changed and we wanted to sell our old copper pipes and water tank for scrap. Our builder has taken the copper pipes and sold them himself, and this has caused an argument.
Should he have taken them?
Thanks,

Thanks for the replies - was only asking a question, so no need to be nasty, Ian Price!

For info, we had mentioned that we would like to keep the water tank and associated pipes. He took them anyway, saying this was normal, I just wanted to know if it was.

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Hi there,
I'm currently a carpenter, but am looking at changing my career for one reason or another and plumbing is something that i am considering, so i would just like your opinions on what you think of your job and do you enjoy it?? Also, do you feel there is potential to earn a decent living from it and is the shortage of plumbers what they say it is??
If you could provide me with any information it would be much appreciated.
cheers.

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