If your boiler is coming to the end of its life, or it has broken down altogether, the thought may cross your mind to replace your boiler yourself. After all, calling out a professional heating engineer can be very costly and sometimes you may have to wait a day or two for installation to take […]
Read moreIt’s the dead of winter, the temperature has dropped and it is absolutely freezing outside. Typically, now is the time that your boiler decides to breakdown, leaving you with no heating and no hot water. If you boiler needs replacing, you may be wondering how long it will take for a heating engineer to rip […]
Read moreThe average lifespan for a boiler is 10 – 15 years, although many last longer. Getting a new boiler can be expensive, so it makes sense that people want them to last as long as possible. The best way to prolong the life of your boiler is to get an annual boiler service so that […]
Read moreWhen your boiler breaks, the last thing you are thinking about is building regulations, but since 1st April 2005, all new boilers (including replacements) are required to have building regulations approval. This is to make sure the boiler installation is safe, and that the boiler itself is at least 85% energy efficient for gas, and […]
Read moreBoiler pressure refers to the balance of water and air in your central heating system. Boilers need to be at a certain pressure for the heating system to work properly. It’s a good idea to check your boiler pressure once a month to ensure it’s working correctly, with additional checks (or even a boiler service) […]
Read moreHave you recently had, or are planning, a new boiler installation? Knowing what documents you should expect to receive when you get a new boiler installed means you are able to make sure you get all the paperwork you need, so you can enjoy your new boiler in peace. The most important document you need […]
Read moreA good boiler typically lasts around 10-15 years, which means most people aren’t familiar with the boiler installation process as it doesn’t happen very often! Knowing what to expect during boiler installation can help ease any worry about what’s going to happen on the installation day. Before the boiler installation The first step of the […]
Read moreUnless there is something wrong with your boiler, it tends to be left in a cupboard and forgotten about. And unless you’ve recently moved house, had a boiler issue that needed fixing, or just installed a brand-new boiler, it can easily go years before you think about getting your boiler serviced. Boilers should be serviced […]
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