Businesses in the taps and valves category supply, manufacture, install or repair fittings used to control the flow of water, gas and other fluids. For homes and commercial premises, products may include kitchen and bathroom taps, mixer taps, shower controls, stopcocks, isolation valves, radiator valves and replacement cartridges or washers. Businesses may advise on selecting fittings to suit pipework, water pressure, intended use and finish, and some provide installation or maintenance services. The category can also include suppliers serving plumbing, heating, building and industrial customers. Their ranges may cover gate, ball, check, pressure-reducing and thermostatic valves, together with pipe fittings, connectors, actuators and control equipment. Products are available in different sizes, materials and pressure ratings, depending on the fluid, temperature and operating conditions.