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Our latest news, plus advice on how to keep your heating and plumbing in perfect working order
DIY fixes for your leaky shower
Has your shower sprung a leak? If you’re finding mould and mildew, can smell a constant musty or damp odour, or are finding the paint peeling away from the walls, then your shower might be leaking. If left unattended even a small leak can snowball into a much larger problem,
How to maintain your boiler [a guide]
This New Year, your reliance on your boiler will increase as temperatures drop and winter is in full effect. You will want to make sure that you have a consistent heating and hot water supply to keep your family warm at this time of year. Taking steps such as giving
Top plumbing tips for winter
To best prepare your home for winter, you will want to make sure that your plumbing is in its best possible condition. The cold weather can cause a number of issues with your plumbing, such as blocked and frozen pipes, which can be a headache to fix and prevent you
How to reduce your heating bills this winter
With your central heating seeing more use as the temperatures begin to drop, you will be wary of not spending too much on your heating bills this winter. With energy bills at record highs and still on the rise, all of us will be keeping a close eye on how
Central heating power flushing [a guide]
With temperatures beginning to drop, you will want your central heating system to be prepared – particularly as you rely on it so much more in the colder months. With the ongoing energy crisis, we are becoming more conscious of our heating usage and are looking for ways to make
What is a plumbing inspection and why do you need one?
If you suspect that there is a problem with the plumbing in your home or you want to give yourself peace of mind that everything is operating correctly, having a qualified plumber take a look will make sure that your pipes and taps are in full working order. A plumber
Why should you arrange a summer boiler service?
With heating and hot water not as important in the summer months, households will see a reduction in the usage of their boilers. But this is all the more reason to book a boiler service at this time of year. With servicing less in-demand, you can beat the rush of
How to save water around your home
During the warmest months of the year, it is likely we will all be using increased amounts of water around the home to keep us cool and hydrated. With this increased water usage, you may be concerned that your water bills will begin to rise. In order to avoid these
Top 6 plumbing tips for summer
Now that summer has arrived once again, everyone will want to be outside enjoying the sun and you will not want to be dealing with any plumbing problems in your home. With the warmer temperatures and more time spent outside, it is likely your plumbing systems will be put under
Why is my toilet slow to fill up?
If you notice your toilet tank is not filling up properly after flushing and you are unable to flush multiple times in quick succession, you may think that you need to call a plumber. Before you take this step, there are a few checks you can carry out yourself to
How to bleed a radiator
You may notice that the heating in your home is not as effective as usual, and some rooms are colder than others. If this is the case, you should check the radiators in your home to see if they are heating up properly. If they feel cold at the top
A guide to preventing clogged drains in your home
Clogged drains are a common problem in every home and can be easily caused depending on how much use your showers and taps are getting. In the winter months, you may see an increase in your hot water usage. This can result in a common issue of dirt and debris
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