Plumbing Fittings to Stock Up on Before the Busy Heating Season

Plumbing Fittings to Stock Up on Before the Busy Heating Season

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As every experienced plumber knows, once the busy season hits — whether it's the cold snap of winter or a sudden rush of renovation projects — running out of essential fittings can mean lost time, missed jobs, and frustrated clients.

If you’re planning ahead for autumn and winter, now is the perfect time to bulk buy your plumbing supplies and get ahead of the rush. In this post, we’ll cover the top plumbing fittings to stock up on so you're always job-ready — whether you’re on domestic callouts or large commercial installs.

Why Stocking Up Early Matters

  • Avoid supply chain delays during peak demand
  • Buy in bulk to save on unit costs and delivery charges
  • Always have the right fitting on hand when you're onsite
  • Boost your professional efficiency and project turnaround times

Whether you're a sole trader or running a team, planning ahead with the right fittings for plumbers in your van or warehouse can make all the difference.

Must-Have Plumbing Fittings for the Busy Season

1. Press-Fit Fittings

Fast, flame-free, and ideal for quick installs — press-fit fittings are increasingly popular with both heating engineers and plumbers.

2. Compression Fittings

Reliable and versatile, compression fittings remain a go-to for many UK plumbers.

  • Ideal for:
    • Tight spots where soldering is tricky
    • Temporary or adjustable connections
  • Stock to bulk buy:

They’re especially handy for emergency repairs when flexibility is key.

3. End-Feed Fittings

When it comes to long-term durability, end-feed fittings are hard to beat. They're ideal for permanent installations and look tidy in exposed copper work.

Perfect for clean, professional installs where aesthetics and longevity matter.

4. Brassware

Brass fittings provide exceptional strength and resistance to corrosion. They’re commonly used in gas, water, and oil systems.

Brassware is your long-lasting ally in both domestic and commercial systems.

5. Solvent Weld Plastic Fittings

Solvent weld plastic is a robust and leak-proof solution for waste systems and pipework.

Ideal for bathroom renovations and kitchen waste systems — a staple of the busy season.

6. Gas Pipe & Flexigas Fitting

Gas installations ramp up during the colder months. Flexigas is a flexible stainless-steel pipe system, great for speed and safety.

  • Recommended Flexigas stock:

Certified for gas – flexible, fast to install, and safer than traditional methods.

Bulk Buying = Bigger Savings

At Monster Plumb, we offer competitive prices and trade discounts on plumbing supplies bulk buy deals. Whether you're looking to fill your van, restock your shop, or prepare for large-scale projects, we’ve got you covered.

  • Fast UK-wide delivery
  • Top brands and WRAS-approved fittings
  • Bulk pack options available on most fittings
  • Technical support from real experts

Don’t Forget the Essentials: Stock Up on Consumables

While fittings are critical, running out of consumables mid-job can cause just as much disruption. Make sure you’ve got a well-stocked supply of the everyday items that keep your projects moving smoothly.

At Monster Plumb, we offer a wide range of plumbing consumables that are trusted by UK professionals, including:

Popular Plumbing Consumables to Bulk Buy:

  • Steel Wool – Ideal for cleaning pipe ends before soldering
  • Solvent Cement – Available in top brands like Everbuild, Weld-On, and FloPlast
  • Flux – Essential for clean, strong solder joints
  • MAPP Gas Cannisters – High-performance fuel for quick, high-heat soldering
  • Soldering Torches – Reliable torches for professional-grade installations
  • Lead-Free Solder – Safe and compliant for potable water systems

These are the unsung heroes of your toolkit — without them, your fittings can’t do their job.

NEW: Shop Smarter with Our Online Shoppable Catalogue

We're excited to introduce our Online Shoppable Catalogue – designed to make ordering your plumbing essentials faster and easier than ever.

What’s Inside?

  • All our most popular plumbing fittings and consumables
  • Real-time stock availability
  • Easy filtering by category or product type

Why You'll Love It:

  • Add items straight to your basket without leaving the catalogue
  • Quickly build out your bulk order for the busy season
  • Ideal for trade accounts and repeat buyers

View the catalogue here: Monsterplumb Online Catalogue

Whether you’re restocking for boiler installs, emergency callouts, or full system upgrades, our catalogue puts everything you need in one place — saving you time and hassle.

Final Thoughts: Be Ready for Anything

The heating season doesn’t wait, and neither should you. Get ahead of the curve by ordering your plumbing fittings, consumables, and tools in bulk today.

Save money

Save time

Avoid mid-season stock issues

Explore Monster Plumb’s full range of plumbing supplies here or dive straight into our Online Shoppable Catalogue to make your next order seamless.

Your next job starts with the right stock — and we’ve got everything you need to finish strong.