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07Dec

Do boilers struggle in cold weather?

It seems reasonable to expect boilers to function normally in cold weather, after all, the system is designed to provide heat. However, it comes to pass that many people report central heating and hot water issues when the weather starts to get colder. In the worst case scenario, the boiler stops working all together and your home is without heat. Even seemingly minor issues can end up being extremely costly.

25Oct

What temperature should a combi boiler be set at?

Nowadays, most newly built and updated homes are fitted with combi boilers. These systems get the combi name as they provide hot water for both the central heating and taps and shower heads. The additional duties lead some people to question what temperature is best for combi boilers to be set at, especially if they […]

19Oct

What is a boiler heat pump?

Heat pumps are a heating solution for properties that makes use of naturally occurring heat sources. This technology is slowly being adopted in the UK as a way for homes to be more environmentally friendly. As such, they are becoming more common features on newly built properties. In this blog, we’ll be discussing all there […]

11Oct

How to spot a leak in your boiler pressure valve

The boiler pressure relief valve is responsible for allowing a pressure to leave the internal system safely. It’s a boiler part that serves an essential safety function by preventing dangerous levels of temperature and pressure build up. Excessive pressure can lead to internal damage, loss of heating capability and even risk of explosion. Due to […]

05Oct

How to reset an Ideal boiler

Ideal are one of the many boiler brands supported by National Boiler Spares. As such, we possess a deep understanding of how they work and where they can go wrong. Completing a boiler reset is crucial to analysing the severity of any issues your system is experiencing. In this blog, you’ll learn the step-by-step process […]