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Water storage cisterns: warning pipes

Publisher
BRE Archive
Author
BRE Housing Defects Prevention Unit
Format
2 pages
Subject / Keyword
Defect Action Sheet 141, DAS141, water supply, cisterns, freezing, water leaks.
Published Date
01-Feb-1990
ISBN
Defect Action Sheet 141 (Design)

THIS PUBLICATION HAS BEEN ARCHIVED.

Whilst this publication can still be purchased some of the information in it has been superseded by more recent research and standards. The BRE Group does not accept any responsibility whatsoever for any loss or damage, including - without limitation - indirect or consequential loss or damage arising from use, or loss of use, of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this document.

Failures: Collapse of ceiling; loss of strength of chipboard floors; damage to wiring, decorations, furnishings, etc. Water damage and staining to outside wall. 

Defects: Warning pipe of inadequate bore, sagging or with insufficient slope, not protected against freezing. Pipes positioned over doors, windows, balanced flue terminal outlets or where accidental damage is likely. Pipes not vandal resistant. Pipes not suitable for boiling water discharge.

DAS141 replaces DAS61 - Cold water storage cisterns: overflow pipes.

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Water storage cisterns: warning pipes

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