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Can I Get Help With A New Boiler If I Am Not On Benefits

30th May, 2025

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Can I Get Help With A New Boiler If...

A free boiler grant is part of a UK government scheme aimed at making homes more energy efficient. It helps homeowners replace old, inefficient boiler...

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Stephen Day

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Boiler Heat Exchanger Replacement Cost

30th May, 2025

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Boiler Heat Exchanger Replacement Co...

A boiler heat exchanger is a crucial component in heating systems. It allows heat transfer from hot gases to water, creating a reliable hot water supp...

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Stephen Day

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Will My Boiler Work If the Water Is Off?

30th May, 2025

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Will My Boiler Work If the Water Is...

Turning off the water supply might cause concern about the boiler, but most boilers are built to function without a direct water supply. This is becau...

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Stephen Day

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Boiler Manifold - Role, Function, and Cost Guide

30th May, 2025

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Boiler Manifold - Role, Function, an...

A boiler manifold is a vital component in many heating systems. It acts as the central hub, connecting boilers to various pipes that carry water to di...

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Stephen Day

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Boiler Electrodes

30th May, 2025

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Boiler Electrodes

Boiler electrodes are key components in gas, combi, and electric boilers. They serve crucial roles in ignition and flame sensing, enabling the boiler...

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Stephen Day

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What is Boiler Dry Cycling?

30th May, 2025

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What is Boiler Dry Cycling?

Boiler dry cycling occurs when a boiler frequently turns on and off without a demand for heat. This often happens in commercial boilers. It leads to e...

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Stephen Day

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Can Your Boiler Work Without Gas? Backup Heating Options for Your Home

30th May, 2025

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Can Your Boiler Work Without Gas? Ba...

Standard boilers typically rely on gas as their primary fuel source. For homes without access to mains gas, alternative fuels and systems become essen...

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Stephen Day

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Y Plan Wiring Diagram

30th May, 2025

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Y Plan Wiring Diagram

A Y Plan heating system is a design used in some homes to manage both central heating and hot water. It features a unique Y-shaped three-port valve th...

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Stephen Day

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RCD - Residual Current Device Guide

30th May, 2025

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RCD - Residual Current Device Guide

An RCD, or Residual Current Device, is an electrical safety mechanism that detects when electrical current escapes from its intended path.

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Stephen Day

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Ideal Boiler Status P How to Fix

30th May, 2025

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Ideal Boiler Status P How to Fix

Understanding the reasons behind the Status P error is essential for fixing it promptly. This error usually arises when the water pressure falls too l...

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

How To Improve EPC Rating

30th May, 2025

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How To Improve EPC Rating

An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rates how energy efficient a property is. The rating ranges from A (very efficient) to G (inefficient).

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Stephen Day

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How to Adjust Water Temperature on Boiler

30th May, 2025

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How to Adjust Water Temperature on B...

Boiler systems can vary, each with specific components and controls that affect how they operate. Learning about these elements can help optimise the...

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer