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Hi Loz, In addition to the external stopvalve there should also be an internal one, under your sink. If you are in any doubt or lack confidence in your ability to do this yourself please call a qualified plumber to assist you in the event that it is necessary. Regards, Ivo @ Plumbingwerx

Hi Huguenot, Anything is possible, but it may not be very aesthetically pleasing and isn't guaranteed to work as well as you would like. The effort (and money) used to buy some curtain rails, drill holes into the walls, hang the rails, buy some curtains and hang them too far outweighs simply insulating your home a lot more efficiently. If money is no issue, as Intexasatthe Moment mentioned earlier, then the best option would be to keep the heating on at a reasonable temperature the whole time. And buy some more duvets/blankets to cover up with, too. Regards, Ivo @ Plumbingwerx

*@ computedshorty:* Good points, well made. If you have turned off your water at the mains, as per Computedshorty's comment, the sense of urgency is reduced, so please, by all means call MORE than one plumber to get the best quote. Just because it's cold and the roads aren't very welcoming doesn't mean you should be ripped off! Regards, Ivo @ Plumbingwerx

Plumbing tip: When water freezes it expands by 10%, making it possible for pipes to burst and leak (everywhere) upon thawing. This can easily be avoided by correctly insulating any vulnerable pipes in your home. To arrange a visit or find out more please get in touch. Regards, Ivo @ Plumbingwerx

Hi Intexasatthe Moment, There are a lot of things you can do to reduce heat loss. Draught excluders, loft insulation, correctly sized curtains (so that they don't cover the radiators), correctly positioned radiators, correctly SIZED radiators and keeping room doors closed will all affect how well the heat is maintained within a room. There are a few factors to take into account in your scenario. We all know from science lessons that heat rises, so my opinion would be to keep all the radiators on downstairs since it sounds like that is the only part of the house that is used and heat will rise up to the first floor anyway. If you would like a bit more information or to arrange a visit of the property please feel free to get in touch on the following: M: 07523 289248 E: [email protected] W: www.facebook.com/plumbingwerx Regards, Ivo @ Plumbingwerx