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Boiler help & advice

Expert guides and advice to help you make informed decisions.

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

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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

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How to Set Digital Timer on Boiler

30th May, 2025

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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 Efficient Is My Boiler?

30th May, 2025

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How Efficient Is My Boiler?

Boiler energy efficiency refers to how well a boiler uses its fuel to generate heat. This efficiency determines how much energy is lost or wasted duri...

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Stephen Day

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Is It Safe to Turn Off a Combi Boiler?

30th May, 2025

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Is It Safe to Turn Off a Combi Boile...

Turning off a combi boiler can be safe, but certain factors should be considered.

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Stephen Day

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What Causes Boiler Corrosion and How to Prevent It?

30th May, 2025

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What Causes Boiler Corrosion and How...

Boiler corrosion happens when metal parts in boilers break down due to chemical reactions. Corrosion can seriously damage boilers, ruining their effic...

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Stephen Day

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Boiler Overheating

30th May, 2025

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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

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