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| ====== Down pipes, gutters and other rain water goods ====== | ====== Down pipes, gutters and other rain water goods ====== | ||
| ===== Why Important ===== | ===== Why Important ===== | ||
| - | It is very important that these are well maintained as leaks from them are a frequent source | + | This guide will cover the importance |
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| ===== What to look for ===== | ===== What to look for ===== | ||
| + | It is very important that these are well maintained as leaks from them are a frequent source of water ingress to buildings and cause expensive and destructive outbreaks of dry rot. These items are made from cast iron, which can rust. | ||
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| Where the wall is being painted with a masonry paint, the down pipes may also be painted in the same material to help camouflage them. | Where the wall is being painted with a masonry paint, the down pipes may also be painted in the same material to help camouflage them. | ||
| - | However, changing colour from Black may require [[Seeking Listed Planning Permission]]. | + | However, changing colour from Black may require [[seeking_list_planning_permission|Seeking Listed Planning Permission]]. |
| ===== Avoiding creating problems ===== | ===== Avoiding creating problems ===== | ||
| Do not use plastic or PVC piping for down-pipes, gutters or rain-pots. | Do not use plastic or PVC piping for down-pipes, gutters or rain-pots. | ||