Drain Down Avoidance Kit Epddk

Anyone who has ever had to drain down a whole central heating system just to swap a leaking radiator valve or take a rad off the wall for decorating knows what an absolute headache it is. Between dragging hoses through the hallway, waiting hours for the water to empty, and spending half your evening bleeding radiators afterwards, it’s a job nobody looks forward to. That is where the Drain Down Avoidance Kit comes in to save you a mountain of time and messy clean-up. Manufactured under the trusted Easi Plumb brand, this clever plumbing solution lets you carry out quick repairs or radiator replacements on open vented systems without dumping gallons of treated system water down the drain.

The principle behind the Drain Down Avoidance Kit is simple but effective. By inserting the heavy-duty tapered rubber bungs directly into the cold feed and expansion pipes inside your attic tank, it creates an airtight vacuum lock. Because air cannot get in from the top, water cannot rush out from the bottom when you loosen a connection down in the living room or bedroom. It gives you a clean window of time to change valves, replace compression olives, or pull a radiator out from behind the wall without flooding the floorboards.

You can drop into our trade counter right here in Loughrea to grab one for your toolbox: https://maps.app.goo.gl/PppPTMP23xottPpN9. While you are sorting out the job, be sure to browse our full range of Pipes and Fittings for replacement copper and push-fit pieces, check our Heating & Plumbing Supplies for radiator keys and valves, or look through our Gas & Electric Heating section if you need supplementary warmth while the central heating is switched off for maintenance. Having this dependable Drain Down Avoidance Kit on hand turns an all-day plumbing slog into a quick, straightforward job that takes minutes.

Technical Specification

• Product Code: EPDDK.

• System Suitability: Specifically designed for open vented, gravity-fed central heating systems with an attic header tank.

• Pipe Compatibility: Fits standard domestic 1/2-inch (15mm) and 3/4-inch (22mm) pipes and fittings.

• Material: Durable, flexible, water-resistant sealing rubber.

• Connection Type: Push-fit tapered bung insertion.

• Application: Valve replacements, radiator swaps, and emergency pipe repair.

Product Features

• No Full Drain Required: Allows radiator maintenance and valve changes without having to drain down the central heating circuit.

• Vacuum Sealing: Quickly halts water and air movement through the expansion pipework to keep water held in place.

• Preserves Heating Inhibitor: Saves you the expense and hassle of having to top up chemical corrosion inhibitors after a drain-down.

• Fast Installation: Simple push-fit bung design allows quick placement into feed and vent pipes in seconds.

• Dual Size Flexibility: Tapered rubber components adapt cleanly to both 15mm and 22mm standard connections.

• Compact Storage: Reusable and small enough to keep in any home maintenance bag or trade van.

Q&A Section:Q: Can I use this on a modern sealed or combi boiler heating system? A: No, this is intended specifically for traditional open vented systems that have an expansion feed tank (the small header tank) up in the attic. Sealed or combi systems operate under pressurised water and require standard isolating or direct depressurising instead.

Q: Will water spill out at all when I disconnect the radiator? A: You will get a small trickle of the water trapped inside the radiator body itself, so you should always have a shallow container and a towel ready to catch what's inside the unit. However, the pipework connected to the main house system remains vacuum-locked so water will not pour out of the central heating lines.

Q: Does it damage the pipework or fittings in the attic? A: Not in the slightest. The rubber bungs are flexible and push smoothly into the pipe ends or outlet fittings without scratching copper or stressing solder joints, and they pull out cleanly once your repair is finished.

DELIVERY FEES & TIMESCALES

Shipping per Item: For standard-sized deliveries that may take multiple parcels

Delivery Terms for Appliances and Old Appliance Removal

If you purchase a washing machine or any other appliance and request the removal of your old appliance, please specify this in the comment section at checkout. Ensure that your old appliance is disconnected and placed outside the premises, ready for collection.

Please note that our drivers can only deliver to your doorstep and are not permitted to enter your property.

Bulky and Fragile Goods

Delivered to the nearest port for offshore islands.

Large Bulky Items and Large Appliances delivered by courier.

| - Large home appliances, Fridge freezers/Washing Machines/Dryers/cookers, etc. | 5-10 working days for nationwide delivery |

| - Note: Ensure old appliance is disconnected and outside premises ready for return. | Text notification before the day of delivery with an estimated time |

| - Drivers can only deliver to your doorstep and cannot enter your property. | Assistance required for large items. | Some bulky items may be delivered on a pallet. We regret that we’re unable to collect the empty pallet after delivery, and kindly ask that you make arrangements for its disposal. Thank you for your understanding. |

Click and Collect: FREE (see pick-up location on map below)

How it works

1. Receive an email confirming your order.
2. Your order will be processed by our website team.
3. Receive a text message confirming that your order is ready for collection.
4. No Click & Collect Order can be picked up unless you have the text message confirming that it's ready for collection.

CLICK & COLLECT Pick up Point

Open Mon to Sat from 9.30am to 5.30pm

RETURNS

Damaged and Faulty Goods

If your goods are damaged or faulty, we will replace the goods free of charge. If you do not want a replacement, delivery charges may be incurred to collect the item from you. Do not install any damaged items. This counts as acceptance of goods and the item is then non-returnable and non-refundable. Damaged goods must be reported within 48 hours of delivery, please contact us by emailing websales@beattys.ie or by phone on (091) 841403. In the event that goods are received in a damaged state please retain the product together with any packaging and contact us within 48 hours of receipt with photographic evidence. In the case of an item being faulty we may require an inspection by a manufacturer's qualified engineer to be carried out on the item in the location where it is installed. This is so the nature of the fault can be ascertained before we can arrange for a replacement.

All products leave our premises in perfect condition. The customer must notify the carrier (or postman) of even the slightest trace of damage (holes, signs of crushing, etc.) to the parcel, and refuse the package if necessary.

Unwanted Goods

Do not install or use any unwanted items. This counts as acceptance of goods and the item is then non-returnable and non-refundable. You have a statutory right to return unopened goods up to 14 days after receiving your order (“the cooling off period”) and you have a further 14 days to return the goods. If you are not ordering a replacement, a charge may be incurred to collect the item from you. You must notify us of your wish to cancel within 14 days, starting the day after delivery. Please email websales@beattys.ie or phone (091) 841403 to advise.

You have the choice of returning the goods via your own means ( Beattys of Loughrea, Church Street, Loughrea, Co. Galway) or requesting that we collect them. If you request collection, we will collect the goods on the next available date that one of our delivery vehicles is in your area. You have a duty of care while the goods are in your possession and we reserve the right to charge you for any damage that may have occurred during this period.

We reserve the right to apply re-handling charges for returned items under some circumstances:

• The goods received back are 'as new' but incomplete; i.e. missing components and/or accessories.
• The returned products are missing their original packaging.
• The cancellation was requested after the 14 day notification period.

 We do not accept returns and will not provide refunds under the following circumstances:

• The goods you wish to return are in any condition other than 'as new'.
• The goods have been installed and/or used.
• Cables have been cut or terminated.

Refunds will be reimbursed within 30 working days of the cancellation date.