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Boiler help & advice

Expert guides and advice to help you make informed decisions.

How to Set Digital Timer on Boiler

05th February, 2026

Guides

How to Set Digital Timer on Boiler

A digital timer on a boiler is a control device that allows users to set specific times for the boiler to turn on and off. Unlike mechanical timers, d...

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Stephen Day

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How to Improve Radiator Efficiency & Performance

05th February, 2026

Guides

How to Improve Radiator Efficiency &...

Radiator efficiency plays a key role in maintaining a comfortable and cost-effective home. Efficient radiators heat rooms more evenly, ensuring a cons...

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

Boiler Overheating

05th February, 2026

Guides

Boiler Overheating

When a boiler overheats, it can cause significant issues. Components inside can get damaged. In some cases, parts might melt and release harmful smoke...

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

How to Flush Central Heating System

05th February, 2026

Guides

How to Flush Central Heating System

Flushing a central heating system means cleaning out the inside of the pipes, radiators, and boiler with water or chemicals to make the system work be...

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Stephen Day

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Repressurise Vaillant Boiler

05th February, 2026

Guides

Repressurise Vaillant Boiler

Low pressure in a Vaillant boiler is a common issue for many UK households. It affects combi boilers, system boilers, and combination units like the e...

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

Ignition Lockout on Boiler

05th February, 2026

Guides

Ignition Lockout on Boiler

A boiler lockout occurs when a boiler detects a fault and shuts down to prevent further issues. This is a safety feature designed to protect the syste...

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

Vaillant Boiler Not Working, No Fault Code

05th February, 2026

Guides

Vaillant Boiler Not Working, No Faul...

Boiler error codes provide essential diagnostics for homeowners and engineers alike, signalling specific faults within the heating system.

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

What is Central Heating Sludge?

05th February, 2026

Guides

What is Central Heating Sludge?

Sludge in a central heating system is a mix of dirt, rust, and limescale. Over time, these particles form a thick, muddy substance. This can gather in...

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Stephen Day

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Power Flush vs Chemical Flush

05th February, 2026

Comparisons

Power Flush vs Chemical Flush

Both a power flush and chemical flush are forms of system cleaning you can use for your central heating system.

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Stephen Day

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Boiler Service Liverpool

05th February, 2026

Guides

Boiler Service Liverpool

The price of a boiler service is influenced by various factors including the type of boiler, the engineer's qualifications, and geographic location.

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Stephen Day

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Worcester Bosch Greenstar Ri Heat-Only Boiler Review

05th February, 2026

Guides

Worcester Bosch Greenstar Ri Heat-On...

Heat-only boilers, also known as 'regular' or 'conventional' boilers, form a vital component of many UK home heating systems.

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Stephen Day

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Underfloor Heating with a Combi Boiler

05th February, 2026

Guides

Underfloor Heating with a Combi Boil...

Integrating underfloor heating with existing combi boilers can be a practical option for many. However, not all boilers are suitable for such systems.

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Stephen Day

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