Heating Advice

Viessmann Vitovalor: The Micro CHP System

In the search for alternatives to fossil fuel heating systems in order to reduce our carbon footprint and energy bills,…

Electric Boiler Efficiency Explained

Electric boilers are often labelled as being 99-100% efficient, yet the very same unit will also receive a D-rating for…

Beware Boiler Warranty Myths

A boiler warranty is a promise from the manufacturer that you’re covered in the event that something goes wrong with…

What is a Smart Boiler?

Add a smart thermostat to your heating system and you have a smart boiler. Having a smart thermostat will give…

How to Choose a Local Heating Engineer

If you’re looking to replace, repair or service your boiler then you’ll need a fully-qualified heating engineer. And you’ve come…

Best New Boiler Deals [Complete Guide]

Comparing new boiler deals doesn’t need to be difficult or time consuming. To help you make the right choice, we’ve…

Storage Combi Boilers Explained

Does your home have high hot water demand but little space? Then a storage combi boiler could be for you.…

Airlock in Pipes? Here's How to Clear It

An airlock in pipes will either prevent hot water from leaving the taps or leave your radiators cold. Airlocks happen…

System Boiler vs Combi Boiler: Which is Best for Your Home?

When to deciding which type of boiler is best for your home, and picking between a system or combination (combi)…

Combi vs Conventional Boilers: Pros and Cons + Costs

Are you looking for a new boiler but can’t decide between a combi vs conventional boiler? What are the main…

Should You Switch from Oil to LPG Heating?

If you live in one of the 1.3 million UK homes not connected to the gas grid, it’s likely that…

Boiler Not Firing Up? Find Out Why & How to Fix It

When your boiler isn’t firing up for central heating or domestic hot water, it’s an issue that you’ll want to…

What Is LPG & Is It Right For Your Home?

For off-grid homes, LPG is a highly efficient fuel alternative to oil, electricity and solid fuel such as coal. LPG…

Oil vs LPG: Pros, Cons & Costs

For off-grid homes, the choice of heating system comes down to either oil or LPG. Oil and LPG boilers are…

Online Boiler Quotes Explained

Traditionally, getting quotes for a boiler repair or installation involved contacting an engineer directly to book a site visit, and…

Why is Your Radiator Cold at the Bottom?

A radiator which is cold at the bottom but hot at the top will leave your home feeling cold. While…

What Adds the Most Value to a House?

Research carried out by comparison website GoCompare and property expert, Henry Prior, has found that when you’re selling your house…

Heating Engineers & Plumbers: What’s the Difference?

While they can carry out some of the same jobs, heating engineers and plumbers are 2 different professions and it’s…

Boiler Prices Compared

We’ve compared the UK’s best selling boilers by price so you can work out which brand is likely to give…

Combi Boiler Installation: Costs & Guide (2024)

Combi boilers are hugely popular across the UK. They don’t take up much space and there’s no need for any…

How Long Does a Boiler Last?

Homeowners often wonder, how long does a boiler last? The average boiler lifespan lasts between 10-15 years before it needs…

What is a Diverter Valve?

Diverter valves are part of heating systems with a combi boiler. They direct water heated by the boiler to either…

What is a MagnaClean?

Over time debris and sludge will build up in your central heating system which can reduce the efficiency and shorten…

Central Heating Pumps Explained

To get all of the radiators around your home to warm up when you turn the heating on, your central…