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Boiler help & advice

Expert guides and advice to help you make informed decisions.

How To Fix Sludge in Radiators

11th December, 2025

Advice

How To Fix Sludge in Radiators

If you’ve noticed your energy bills rising recently, this could be down to a number of reasons. Sludge in your radiators can prevent your radiators re...

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

What Temperature Should My Boiler Be Set At In Winter?

09th December, 2025

Guides

What Temperature Should My Boiler Be...

Most homes stay warm in winter with heating set at 60 to 70°C and hot water at 50 to 55°C.

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

Central Heating System

09th December, 2025

Guides

Central Heating System

A simple breakdown of the main central heating systems in UK homes and how to decide which one suits your property.

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

Do Radiator Covers Block Heat?

08th December, 2025

Guides

Do Radiator Covers Block Heat?

Radiator covers can reduce heat output if airflow is restricted, but the effect varies by design and installation.

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Stephen Day

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Leaking Radiator Valve (Lockshield)

28th November, 2025

Guides

Leaking Radiator Valve (Lockshield)

A leaking lockshield valve is usually caused by a loose gland nut, worn seal or corrosion, and can sometimes be tightened safely at home.

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

Why is My Boiler Not Working?

27th November, 2025

Guides

Why is My Boiler Not Working?

Maintaining a boiler in good working order is essential for its efficiency and longevity. Regular checks can help prevent disruptions, such as ensurin...

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

No Power to Boiler

27th November, 2025

Guides

No Power to Boiler

Find out why your boiler has no power and the key checks you can safely do before calling an engineer.

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

Common Alpha Boiler Error Codes

12th November, 2025

Guides

Common Alpha Boiler Error Codes

If your Alpha boiler is showing an error code, this guide explains what each one means, what might be causing it, and when to call a Gas Safe engineer...

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

Should You Turn Your Boiler On & Off?

06th November, 2025

Advice

Should You Turn Your Boiler On & Off...

Does turning your boiler on and off actually save you any money? Find out below:

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Why Gas Safety Matters

03rd November, 2025

News

Why Gas Safety Matters

At iHeat, we take gas safety very seriously, ensuring that all our boiler installers are Gas Safe Registered.

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

What Is A MagnaCleanse?

22nd October, 2025

Advice

What Is A MagnaCleanse?

The heating system in your home is a valuable tool that is used on a regular basis, most likelydaily during the winter season.

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer

Fix a Frozen Boiler Condensate Pipe

22nd October, 2025

Advice

Fix a Frozen Boiler Condensate Pipe

A frozen condensate pipe blocks the waste-water outlet from a modern boiler. This causes the unit to lock out or reduce heating efficiency. Clearing o...

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Stephen Day

Gas Safe Engineer