Conduction, Convection and Radiation
In this blog, we are going to look at the various ways heat can be transferred and what that means for both heating and insulation. Convection Heating Radiators and storage heaters are two of the most common heating systems in…
Are biomass boilers worth it?
Biomass boilers offer a great heating solution that really does pay for itself and then some. Combined with the great savings to be made with biomass fuels and the government’s domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI), it really does make sense…
Renewables to heat your swimming pool
Swimming pools are no doubt a luxury item for the few in the country that can afford them. This is not only due to the cost of installing one, but perhaps just as importantly the cost of running one throughout…
Can I still get a grant for a free boiler?
Can I get a grant for a boiler replacement? Can I still get a grant for a free boiler? For many years, the Warm Front scheme helped disadvantaged and vulnerable members of society get a new boiler and up to…
When should I use my electric immersion heater?
If you have a fairly old boiler in your home, you may have a hot water tank too. The hot water tank stores the hot water as the boiler produces it, which you can then use as and when you…
Types of biomass boiler
Choosing a biomass boiler Domestic biomass boilers are usually divided into the following categories: moving grate, plane grate, batch fired and stoker. Here we will look at each of these systems to help you decide which is best for you.…
Maintaining your biomass system
If you’re considering installing a biomass boiler, you’ll probably know it will need a bit more looking after than an ordinary gas boiler. A gas boiler needs to be checked by an engineer every year, but with a biomass boiler,…
Delivery and fuel stores
What fuel store and delivery method should I use for my biomass boiler? There are four main types of fuel store: Below/partially underground stores Above ground stores Integrated stores within existing buildings Removable containerised storage Which you choose depends on…
Types of biomass fuel
When people refer to biomass fuel, they are referring to biological material derived from living or recently living plants that can be used to create heat when burnt in a biomass boiler. Biomass fuel is considered to be renewable One…
Just how loud is an Air Source Heat Pump?
With the imminent launch of the renewable heat incentive, interest in heat pumps is really hotting up. One of the frequently asked questions we get by customers is just how loud are air source heat pumps when they are in…