overflow dripping

[ilovechristmas1]

hi,im a complete numpty where DIY is concerned but thought i may get some help here

my overflow from one of the tanks in my loft is dripping,not 24/7 but a couple of times a day i think when the hot water is on

i have a condenser boiler if that makes any differrence

what do i need to do,and will it steadily get worse if not attended to

thank you

[roneik]

It sounds like the washer in the ball cock has worn, replace the whole ball cock is not expensive . In a hard water area it will eventually stain the wall white . You will need some ptfe tape a wrench or mole grip and a spanner.

When fitted test for the level of water ,if too high you just adjust by bending the arm slightly. If it's plastic there will be an adjustment screw

[roneik]

Don't forget to turn off the water beforehand

[ilovechristmas1]

right ok,this will be something i would not even attempt so i guess im looking at a plumber

any idea how much a plumber would be ??

[roneik]

Well if that's the problem it would take less than an hours labor I would have thought. Guess maybe 80 quid tops.

[ilovechristmas1]

ok thanks for your help