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Boiler help & advice

Expert guides and advice to help you make informed decisions.

What is a Low Loss Header?

14th September, 2026

Guides

What is a Low Loss Header?

A low loss header is an essential part of a heating system. It acts as a bridge between the primary circuit of a boiler and the secondary circuits. Th...

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Stephen Day

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Are You About to Spend Too Much on a New Boiler?

11th September, 2026

Guides

Are You About to Spend Too Much on a...

Choose the right boiler and know your fixed installation price before you buy.

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

Clean Heat Market Mechanism (CHMM) 2026: Updated

11th September, 2026

News

Clean Heat Market Mechanism (CHMM) 2...

The CHMM sets heat pump targets for boiler manufacturers, not homeowners.

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

Oil Fired Boiler

10th September, 2026

Guides

Oil Fired Boiler

Oil-fired boilers use stored heating oil to provide heating and hot water, particularly in homes without mains gas.

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

Navien Combi Boiler Costs

10th September, 2026

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Navien Combi Boiler Costs

Navien combi boiler costs depend on the model, output and installation required, so it's important to compare the complete installed price rather than...

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

What Is A System Boiler?

10th September, 2026

Advice

What Is A System Boiler?

A system boiler provides heating and stores hot water in a separate cylinder.

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

Checking Your Boiler When Buying a New Home

10th September, 2026

Advice

Checking Your Boiler When Buying a N...

Buying a new home is a massive investment and you’ll likely consider a number of different factors when weighing up the cost of a property.

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Stephen Day

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When Should You Replace Your Boiler?

10th September, 2026

Guides

When Should You Replace Your Boiler?

It can cost a lot to get the right boiler installed into your home, which is why a lot of people put off replacing it.

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Stephen Day

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Why Is Boiler Water Treatment Important?

10th September, 2026

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Why Is Boiler Water Treatment Import...

In boiler systems, water treatment involves several techniques. These methods remove impurities that can damage equipment. Boiler pre-treatment, for i...

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

Most Energy Efficient Boilers in 2026 (UK Guide)

10th September, 2026

Guides

Most Energy Efficient Boilers in 202...

The efficiency of your boiler may not be something you pay much attention to, but is it costing you hundreds of pounds extra each year?

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

Best Shower for Combi Boiler

07th September, 2026

Guides

Best Shower for Combi Boiler

A thermostatic mixer shower is generally the best shower for a combi boiler, combining the boiler's mains-fed hot water with automatic temperature con...

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

Boiler Leaking Water? (How to Fix a Leaking Boiler)

07th September, 2026

Advice

Boiler Leaking Water? (How to Fix a...

If your boiler is leaking water, it’s likely due to pressure or worn parts. Acting fast helps prevent damage and keeps your heating system running saf...

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer