How Much Does it Cost to Install Central Heating?
Central heating is by far the most common form of warming our homes here in the UK, however some of us are still using other methods to stay warm. So why do people love central heating so much and how…
5 Ways to Get Your Boiler Ready for Winter (And Save Money)
1. Get your boiler serviced A serviced boiler is a more efficient boiler. It will ensure that everything is working at its peak, any minor problems are picked up before they become big expensive issues, and all insurance paperwork is…
When Should I Service my Boiler?
Why should I service my boiler? Cheaper bills. A full boiler service will ensure that your central heating is working at peak efficiency, doing everything possible to convert energy to heat. This means a warmer home per unit of energy…
Where Can I Replace my Baxi Back Boiler?
Back boilers, once incredibly popular and praised for their efficiency, have now become all but obsolete, losing pride of place in the home to smaller and more efficient combi boilers. We’ve written about replacing your back boiler before, but that…
Free Boilers in Scotland? And Other Questions about Scottish Energy Funding
Can I get a free boiler in Scotland? Am I eligible for free insulation? Can I get a grant for energy saving in Scotland? Don’t worry, we’re here to clear up some of your questions about how Scottish people can…
The Problem With High Water Pressure
Due to the common complaint of low water pressure, a lot of people think that high water pressure is always good, but a home with excessively high water pressure can be an absolute nightmare. Although rare, high water pressure can…
Why Is My Water Pressure So Bad?
Water pressure – it ain’t glamorous but it sure is important. When it’s good you barely think about it, but when it’s bad it’s a massive headache. There’s a vast number of plumbing problems in the home that originate from…
What Kind of Boiler Do I Have?
There are no stupid questions, only questions that you might feel silly asking. This is one that I get from my family members and friends, who are a little red-faced at not knowing what system they’re working with. They shouldn’t…
What Should I Do If My Pipes Freeze?
What happens when my pipes freeze? Freezing pipes can cause chaos in your house. When the winter weather hits, thousands of us find ourselves waking up to cold radiators, no hot water, and a boiler making generally alarming sounds. A…
Why do I need to move my boiler flue?
As with a large number of other building regulations, the legislation of boiler flues has gotten a lot tighter over the years. At one time you could put your boiler almost anywhere in the home, no problem, but these days…