Does anyone have any idea what a "tap washer" is called in french and if we or the owner is responsible for paying for the fitting of a new one? It's something I would automatically do myself normally but not sure if I should in rented accommodation.
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Aug 29, 2012 @ 17:06
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Does anyone have any idea what a "tap washer" is called in french and if we or the owner is responsible for paying for the fitting of a new one? It's something I would automatically do myself normally but not sure if I should in rented accommodation.
karen pAug 29, 2012 @ 17:06
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Aug 29, 2012 @ 17:49
The regie pays for a plumber to replace it as it is part of the fixtures and fittings
I think it is a rondelle
Depending on the tap it can be very easy to change yourself but the problem is switching off the water if the mains are not in the appartment itself
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The regie pays for a plumber to replace it as it is part of the fixtures and fittings
I think it is a rondelle
Depending on the tap it can be very easy to change yourself but the problem is switching off the water if the mains are not in the appartment itself
Paul E, Aug 29, 2012 @ 17:49
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Aug 29, 2012 @ 18:09
"Rondelle" is the small plastic ring, we usually call it "Join". "Robinet" is a tap, used to provide water.
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"Rondelle" is the small plastic ring, we usually call it "Join". "Robinet" is a tap, used to provide water.
Yoan R, Aug 29, 2012 @ 18:09
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Aug 29, 2012 @ 19:57
Hi.
1.As you are renting you signed a lease which stipulates (in french) rules and usages for tenancy in Canton de Vaud (contractual addendum with the lease). One of numerous clauses says you are liable to repair at your expense numerous things among them a leaky tap >>providing it was NOT specified in the walk-thru document when you first entered OR you moved-in with out-dated/beaten taps since in those latter cases it would be wise to turn to landlords or representative.
2.Assuming you are very knowledgible in plumbing make sure -just in case- you have signed with your insurance for the Third Party Liability cover ;-) and unless it is the end washer on the filter "joint sur le filtre" you may need to call REGIE for a plumber and do turn water off.
3.Different if you live into a private house, of course when you can turn water off yourself
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Hi.
1.As you are renting you signed a lease which stipulates (in french) rules and usages for tenancy in Canton de Vaud (contractual addendum with the lease). One of numerous clauses says you are liable to repair at your expense numerous things among them a leaky tap >>providing it was NOT specified in the walk-thru document when you first entered OR you moved-in with out-dated/beaten taps since in those latter cases it would be wise to turn to landlords or representative.
2.Assuming you are very knowledgible in plumbing make sure -just in case- you have signed with your insurance for the Third Party Liability cover ;-) and unless it is the end washer on the filter "joint sur le filtre" you may need to call REGIE for a plumber and do turn water off.
3.Different if you live into a private house, of course when you can turn water off yourself
Milord, Aug 29, 2012 @ 19:57
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Aug 29, 2012 @ 22:01
Thanks everyone. Your answers are really appreciated. I think I'll just do it myself since the gerance seem unable to give a clear answer on who's responsible. Fortunately, turning the water off is easy and has already been done - a dripping tap can be very annoying >:- grrr
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Thanks everyone. Your answers are really appreciated. I think I'll just do it myself since the gerance seem unable to give a clear answer on who's responsible. Fortunately, turning the water off is easy and has already been done - a dripping tap can be very annoying >:- grrr
karen p, Aug 29, 2012 @ 22:01
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Aug 29, 2012 @ 23:25
For anyone facing the same problem but without easy access to turn off the water, you might be interested to know that plumbers (ones that I have seen, at least) typically don't turn the water off to change a tap washer. They drape a thick cloth over the tap, remove the tap head and washer underneath the cloth then reassemble everything along with the new washer, also under the cloth. Unless the water pressure is exceptional, the cloth is enough to direct the flow of water into the basin.
If you're feeling brave it might be fun to try!
Andy
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For anyone facing the same problem but without easy access to turn off the water, you might be interested to know that plumbers (ones that I have seen, at least) typically don't turn the water off to change a tap washer. They drape a thick cloth over the tap, remove the tap head and washer underneath the cloth then reassemble everything along with the new washer, also under the cloth. Unless the water pressure is exceptional, the cloth is enough to direct the flow of water into the basin.
If you're feeling brave it might be fun to try!
Andy
Andy C, Aug 29, 2012 @ 23:25
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