A new boiler is a significant investment, but it can pay dividends in the long run. Not only will a new boiler improve the efficiency of your heating system, but it will also save you money on energy bills. However, it’s not enough to simply install a new boiler and expect it to work at […]
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Thermostats are an essential element of any central heating system and are generally mounted on a wall, usually in the hall. However, if you’re installing a new thermostat, it’s usually best to position it in the room you want to be the warmest, ie the living room. Thermostats control the temperature of your central heating
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Do You Think You May Have a Gas Leak? If you can smell gas, you may have a leak which is a potential emergency. Knowing what to do and who to contact could save lives… Essential Dos and Don’ts – Open doors and windows to let fresh air in – Extinguish any naked flames such
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Should I Choose a Vented or an Unvented Water Cylinder? When it’s time to replace your hot water cylinder, you may find yourself wondering which type you should choose – vented or unvented? This article aims to explain the difference between them and will help you decide which type would be better for your home
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The energy crisis is currently hitting homeowners in the UK where approximately 85% of us use gas boilers to heat our homes. Not only that, 40% of UK electricity is generated in gas fired power stations, leading to a hike in electricity prices as well. Nobody is sure how long the current crisis will last,
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A condensing boiler has the ability to collect gas generated by fuel and use it to heat water entering the system. This makes for a more environmentally friendly option than the old style, non-condensing boiler. These old boilers released significant amounts of harmful carbon emissions (greenhouse gases) into the atmosphere. Condensing boilers have been mandatory
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Why are my radiators cold at the top? One or more cold radiators is a really common issue, especially when turning the heating back on for the first time in autumn. The problem is caused by an air pocket at the top of the radiator. Thankfully, it is usually very easy to fix, by bleeding
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Constantly having to press the reset button on your boiler is often a sign that there is a fault in your heating system. Don’t be tempted to ignore constant boiler resets. The underlying fault will invariably lead to problems, maybe even boiler breakdown in the future. Why Does my Boiler Reset Button Keep Flashing? When
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Annual Gas Safety Check Landlord Gas Safety certificates contribute to tenant safety in the UK. It is a legal requirement to install carbon monoxide alarms and to have regular gas safety checks carried out by a Gas Safe Registered engineer. Annual safety checks of your rented property’s gas appliances will ensure they are working in
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Water leaks from a boiler can be a serious problem and should never be ignored. If left unchecked, boiler leaks can lead to serious damage such as corrosion and rusting of the boiler’s internal components. Worse still, leaks could cause the boiler’s electrical components to malfunction or short-circuit. Some of the telltale signs of a
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