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The post-winter checks for your plumbing
Winter can be harsh on many aspects of day-to-day life, from nature through to our immune systems, but have you considered the effects it could have caused for your plumbing? Many homes throughout the country are installed with efficient central heating systems which may have worked double-time during those icier
Finding a hidden leak in your home
A regular check of your homes plumbing could allow you to detect early signs of costly faults, such as blocked or leaking pipes. Professional engineers are able to carry out these examinations upon request but knowing the steps to take yourself could allow you to keep on top of your
Reasons why your water bill may be on the rise
Most households have their water usage documented accurately by a water meter, and they will then be sent regular statements on how much they owe for their monthly or annual usage. If you keep track of your water bills and compare them to the previous statements, you will be able
4 plumbing resolutions you should utilise in 2021
With the new year fast approaching, the idea of resolutions begin to float around our minds. For the year of 2021, why not dedicate your resolution to your home? There are four common plumbing errors seen throughout many homes all over the UK and by changing these in a positive
Boiler pressure: What it is and how to resolve it
Heating and hot water are factors we don’t realise that we take for granted until they stop working mid-winter. One causing fault, which can be commonly found within properties all over the UK, is a sudden loss or gain of pressure within your boiler, but what exactly is this and
A guide into making your boiler energy efficient
In any home, it is likely that the majority of your energy bills are down to your boiler and the heat and hot water it produces. Having an inefficient boiler within your property can increase the costs dramatically. Here are some quick and helpful tips for you to try at
Preparing your pipes for winter
With the warm months of summer fading into the distance and the colder seasons creeping upon us, now would be the perfect time to ensure that your pipes are prepared for winter. We have collated our top tips to ensure that you can prevent any freezing or bursting occurring within
How to save water at home
Has 2020 inspired you to take the necessary steps to better yourself and your lifestyle? Why not start with saving your water at home. With many different ways to do this, we have summarised the most popular and effective water saving techniques in the hope that they can inspire you.
Choosing your boiler engineer
Finally, the warmer weather is here and when it comes to your boiler, this means only one thing... service time! Over the winter months, yours has saved you with plenty of warm showers after those brisk walks in the cold outdoors and those radiators that bought a heated comfort during
Five signs that you need a new boiler
Throughout the year, your boiler is likely to be one of the things that your household depends on most, but as they don’t come with warning alerts or use by dates, how can we know when there is an issue that requires the need for a full replacement? Here are
How to prevent your drains from clogging
With more time being spent at home, there will undoubtably be a higher usage of our sinks, toilets, showers and baths by all members of the household. If we are not taking the correct preventative actions, this could result in blocked pipes and drains. To prevent this from occurring within
Checking the plumbing in your new home
When moving home, your mind will become an active to-do list, overflowing with a range of things that need to be completed, but your family’s safety should always remain at the top of that checklist. It is important to check the plumbing of your new home as soon as you
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