Plumbing Terms Glossary
Explanations of commonly used plumbing terms. Understand what professional terms mean.
Apartment Renovation
LiepajaPlumbing work during apartment renovation - pipe reconstruction, bathroom remodeling, new fixture installation. Best planned together with other renovation work.
EN: Apartment renovation
Blockage
ProblemsA sewage or drain obstruction that prevents normal water drainage.
EN: Blockage / Clog
Burst
ProblemsDamage to a pipe or connection, usually as a result of frost or corrosion.
EN: Burst / Rupture
Corrosion
ProblemsDeterioration of a metal surface as a result of chemical reaction, most commonly rusting.
EN: Corrosion
Condensation
ProblemsWater droplets that form on cold surfaces due to temperature differences.
EN: Condensation
Copper
MaterialsA high-quality metal for plumbing pipes with high durability and corrosion resistance.
EN: Copper
Cast Iron
MaterialsA durable metal traditionally used for sewage pipes and radiators.
EN: Cast iron
Filter
EquipmentA device for purifying water from impurities, sand, or rust particles.
EN: Filter
Heating System
SystemsA system for heating rooms, usually central or individual.
EN: Heating system
Heat Substation
SystemsA technical room or equipment that distributes heat energy to the building's heating system.
EN: Heat substation
Horizontal Pipe
SystemsA horizontal pipe that connects risers or runs along the wall.
EN: Horizontal pipe
Karosta Plumbing
LiepajaUnique plumbing systems in historic buildings in the Karosta district. Requires special approach and experience with old infrastructure.
EN: Karosta plumbing
Leak
ProblemsWater escaping from a pipe, connection, or plumbing fixture.
EN: Leak
Limescale
ProblemsHard mineral deposits on pipe and fixture surfaces that form from hard water.
EN: Limescale
Liepaja Water Company
LiepajaSIA 'Liepājas Ūdens' - the city's water supply and sewage company. Responsible for main networks, but not internal building systems.
EN: Liepaja Water Company
Limescale in Liepaja
LiepajaLiepaja's water hardness is 14-18°dH, which promotes rapid limescale buildup in plumbing and water heaters. Regular maintenance recommended.
EN: Limescale in Liepaja
Mixer Tap
EquipmentA device that allows you to control water temperature and flow by mixing hot and cold water.
EN: Mixer tap / Faucet
Meter
EquipmentA measuring device that records water or heat consumption.
EN: Meter
Multilayer Pipe
MaterialsA multi-layer pipe with aluminum reinforcement in a plastic shell.
EN: Multilayer pipe
Pump
EquipmentA device that moves water or other liquids through pipes.
EN: Pump
Polypropylene (PP)
MaterialsA popular plastic material for modern water supply pipes.
EN: Polypropylene
PTFE Tape
MaterialsSealing material for sealing threaded connections.
EN: PTFE tape
Property Manager
LiepajaBuilding management company or HOA. Major ones in Liepaja: LNA, LNP, and private managers.
EN: Property manager
Radiator
EquipmentA heat-emitting device in a heating system that transfers heat to the room.
EN: Radiator
Riser Pipe
SystemsA vertical pipe in a multi-story building that connects each floor to the common system.
EN: Riser pipe
Riser in 103 Series
LiepajaTypical apartment building riser pipe specifications in Liepaja. 103 series buildings often need riser replacement.
EN: Riser in 103 series building
Sewage System
SystemsA system for draining wastewater and sewage from a building.
EN: Sewage system
Stainless Steel
MaterialsHigh-quality steel with corrosion-resistant properties.
EN: Stainless steel
Soviet-era Pipes
LiepajaCast iron and steel pipes in Soviet-era buildings. Often require complete replacement after 40-50 years.
EN: Soviet-era pipes
Trap / Siphon
EquipmentA U-shaped pipe under the sink or bathtub that prevents unpleasant odors from entering from the sewage.
EN: Trap / Siphon
Valve
EquipmentA device for regulating or completely shutting off water flow.
EN: Valve
Water Heater
EquipmentAn electric water heater with a tank that heats and stores hot water.
EN: Water heater / Boiler
Water Supply
SystemsA pipe system for supplying clean water to a building and apartments.
EN: Water supply
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