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When the heating system is cool, the pressure should be between 1 and 1.5 bar on the pressure gauge (the indicator needle would usually be in the green section). If pressure is below 0.5 bar (down in the red section), water has been lost from the system and must be replaced. Note: The red part…
Prime Minister Liz Truss has pledged to freeze the “typical” annual energy bill at a maximum household rate of £2,500 in a response to concerns about rising heating costs. The proposed price freezes will come into effect from 1 October and will automatically apply to UK domestic energy bills for a two year period as the government…
Benefits Make your home more energy efficient Reduce your fuel bills Cut your household carbon footprint Boilers – Heating and hot water accounts for over half of what you spend in a year on energy bills, so an efficient boiler makes a big difference. All modern, well-maintained boilers burn their fuel efficiently, but they inevitably lose some heat in…
How do I use my thermostat controls? There are lots of different types of heating controls, so for specific advice, it’s good to check with your installer or read the manufacturer’s manual. If you don’t have a copy of the manual handy, these can often be found online by searching for the manufacturer’s name. We’ve…
What are heating controls? Heating controls is a broad term covering timers, thermostats and plumbing and electronic components, which help manage when the heating should be on and what temperature your rooms should be. Heating controls range from traditional mechanical styles that are set manually, to internet-connected controls that learn your habits and adjust settings…
The main difference between a guarantee and a warranty is that a guarantee is usually free, whereas a warranty typically includes a premium for the cover (much like a form of insurance). The great thing about a guarantee is that it is legally binding and adds to your rights under consumer law. Other differences include the…
Do your radiators need bleeding? Over time it is normal for air to build up in your radiators which can affect their efficiency. When air builds up it will mean some areas of radiator will be colder than others. You can normal tell if your radiators need bleeding as they will be colder at the…
Do I have to replace my gas boiler from 2025? No, Gas boilers will not be banned from 2025. It is likely however, that new build properties from 2025 will not achieve the 75% – 80% carbon reduction targets they have been given with a gas-fired boiler. Consequently, it is likely that new build properties…
Whether your home heating or boiler is leaking water or gas, you need to take action. There is a strong smell of gas coming from the kitchen area. The smell is coming from the central heating boiler area! There is a small leak in the system that needs to be fixed. The central heating boiler…
If your boiler works but the radiators are not heating up and there is no heating, then the likely cause could be a faulty boiler pump or your central heating controls. If your boiler works but the radiators are cold, check that the thermostat or timer is working correctly. If some of your radiators are…