It can be frustrating when things don’t work the way they’re supposed to. Arguably more so than when something breaks altogether. Boilers certainly fall into this category, as they can experience faults that cause them to turn on and off of their own accord. This can lead to the property becoming too hot or cold […]
Kettling, where a boiler makes a whistling noise and often gives off steam, is an indication that something isn’t quite right with your boiler. Many modern heating systems have safeguards in place that prevent it from ever reaching this stage. However, for those living in old properties where the boiler hasn’t been updated or repaired […]
Combi boilers are among the most common types of household boilers out there. It could need to be drained for a number of reasons. For instance, to avoid frozen pipes during periods of disuse. This can also be necessary when making repairs or alterations to heating systems, boiler parts, radiators, and pipework. In this blog, […]
For those looking to save on their energy bills, which probably applies to the majority of people, a boiler timer is one of the most effective solutions. Most boilers across different brands and ages feature a timer. It ensures your heating is only turned on when you choose. As a result, you’re getting the maximum […]
A boiler PCB is an essential part of any heating system. It stands for printed circuit board and works like the brain or computer of the boiler. Controlling all the other functions within the system. If there’s a problem with your PCB your entire boiler will fail, and it can be costly to replace. In […]
It’s no secret that hot water needs to move throughout a building for the central heating system to perform its function. While this process involves many boiler parts working in unison, the central heating pump is the most important. Why is this? And if anything goes wrong with the central heating pump, where can it […]
Boiler pressure is determined by the level of water and gas within the unit. It’s essential for this to be balanced to ensure proper functionality and safety. As such, all residential and commercial heating systems will contain some form of pressure relief valve. Regardless, the application and presence of boiler pressure valves is of great […]
The debate between heat pumps vs gas boilers has been a hot topic recently. With the government pushing for green technology like heat pumps to be rolled out as much as possible. However, in practice, for the homeowners who would be buying, installing, and living with heat pumps, are they really a better option than […]
Whenever your boiler shows an error code you might immediately think about an expensive engineer visit and repairs. However, that’s not always the necessary solution as some errors on a Potterton boiler you can manage to fix yourself. In this guide, we’ll be looking specifically at what the E1 error on a Potterton boiler means […]
A diverter valve is an important part of any heating system. It usually operates out of sight to allow the boiler to provide heat to multiple parts of a property. However, those with an overhead shower bath will have seen how diverter valves work first-hand. Loss of boiler valve functionality can leave someone without central […]
