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 […]
Worcester Bosch has become a household name with an impressive reputation for the high-quality appliances it manufactures. You’ve might even have heard that Worcester Bosch boilers are the best value for money. If you want a reliable system for the long term. However, some people believe that the extra money you pay for a WB […]
A filling loop serves a vital role in boiler systems – repressurising. Although filling and repressurising can be achieved through other means. Boilers can be seriously damaged by loss of pressure or having too much pressure. As such, a filling loop that has lost functionality should be addressed quickly to avoid wider heating issues. In […]
If you aren’t super knowledgeable about boilers (which is understandable as most homeowners won’t be) you might not be fully sure how all the controls for your system work. With all the modern technological advancements in recent years too, it might feel like your central heating and hot water system is complex and difficult to […]
