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Boiler help & advice

Expert guides and advice to help you make informed decisions.

Most Energy Efficient Boilers in 2026 (UK Guide)

05th January, 2026

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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

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Best UK Boiler Cover 2026

05th January, 2026

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Best UK Boiler Cover 2026

A broken boiler often means a cold house with no access to heating or hot water, leaving most of us feeling uncomfortable and inconvenienced.

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Stephen Day

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Clean Heat Market Mechanism (CHMM) 2026: Updated

05th January, 2026

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Clean Heat Market Mechanism (CHMM) 2...

The Clean Heat Market Mechanism is a UK policy making boiler manufacturers sell more heat pumps, not a tax on homeowners or a ban on gas boilers.

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Stephen Day

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The Best Budget Boiler in 2026

19th December, 2025

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The Best Budget Boiler in 2026

The best budget boilers are Ideal, Alpha, Baxi, Worcester Bosch and Vaillant models, compared for price, reliability and running costs.

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Stephen Day

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What is an Airing Cupboard?

19th December, 2025

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What is an Airing Cupboard?

An airing cupboard is a heated storage space that uses warmth from a hot water cylinder or pipework to dry and store items.

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Stephen Day

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Worcester Bosch vs Vaillant Boilers - Which is Better?

19th December, 2025

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Worcester Bosch vs Vaillant Boilers...

A clear comparison of Worcester Bosch and Vaillant Boilers and why Worcester Bosch is often cheaper.

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Stephen Day

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Combi Boiler Pressure: What It Should Be And How To Fix Issues

12th December, 2025

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Combi Boiler Pressure: What It Shoul...

A combi boiler should be around 1.0 to 1.5 bar when cold and up to about 2.0 bar when hot.

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Stephen Day

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How To Bleed A Radiator

12th December, 2025

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How To Bleed A Radiator

You bleed a radiator by turning off the heating, opening the bleed valve and releasing trapped air until water flows steadily.

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Stephen Day

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How To Fix Sludge in Radiators

11th December, 2025

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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

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Radiators Not Heating Up: How to Fix?

11th December, 2025

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Radiators Not Heating Up: How to Fix...

If your radiators aren’t heating up, it’s usually caused by trapped air, sludge, or a boiler pressure problem.

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Stephen Day

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What Temperature Should My Boiler Be Set At In Winter?

09th December, 2025

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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

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Central Heating System

09th December, 2025

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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

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