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News and useful tips

Our latest news, plus advice on how to keep your heating and plumbing in perfect working order

The most common plumbing problems

March 30th, 2020|

With a multitude of plumbing problems possible with the home, it would be helpful to know of the types of things to look out for so that we can try to prevent or minimise the amount of damage that could be caused, saving us money on those larger repairs. Today

Why do I need an annual boiler service?

February 26th, 2020|

Your boiler is a vital part of your home, one that is responsible for supplying you with warmth and hot water all year round. If your boiler were to break down unexpectedly, it could cause a big disruption to your daily routine. Having an annual boiler service is the best

What is a power flush?

December 20th, 2019|

Have you noticed any cold patches on your radiators? Are there any strange noises coming out of your radiators or boiler? It could be a sign that you need a power flush. What is a power flush? Over time, dirt and sludge can build up within your central heating system

How safe is my boiler?

November 26th, 2019|

Are you concerned about your boiler’s safety? These days modern boilers are much safer than the boilers of old. Modern boilers have a balanced flue and are room sealed which ensures that toxic gases cannot escape into the room. They also have extra safety features which cause them to cut

How to bleed radiators on a combi boiler

October 28th, 2019|

If your radiators are hot at the bottom but cold at the top, you have air trapped, which needs releasing for your combi boiler to work properly. Combi boilers provide a combination of two functions: washing and heating. Your combi boiler channels water in two different routes, one for each

How to clear a blocked sink

June 28th, 2019|

Every now and then, we all find a slow-draining or even blocked sink either in the bathroom or the kitchen. Over time, as we flush things down the drain and forget about them, they slowly build up and eventually form a blockage somewhere along the waste pipe. We don’t really

How to keep your tank clean and vermin free

May 30th, 2019|

While new homes will have newer central heating systems, many older properties still rely on a cold water storage tank system. This will supply water to bathrooms and in some cases even be the main drinking water supply in a home. If this is you, then read on for our

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