Heating Advice

How to Find (and Compare) Boiler Engineers in London

If you’re looking for a boiler repair, service or a complete boiler replacement in London, finding a trustworthy and qualified…

What is a Heat Exchanger?

The purpose of a heat exchanger is to transfer heat from one fluid to another, hence the name. In the…

Why is My Boiler Leaking Water?

A boiler leaking water needs the urgent attention of a heating engineer as it could lead to serious damage. Corroded…

Where Are All the Female Heating Engineers?

It’s difficult to pin down exactly how many female heating engineers there are in the UK, but the 2 key…

What’s Your Thermostat Personality?

As the temperature drops and winter begins to rear its freezing head, our thermostat personalities start to come out. We…

Which is the Best Boiler for a Small House or Flat?

In a small house or flat with 1 bathroom and around 10 radiators, a combi is the perfect boiler. They’re…

Condensing Boilers Guide: Costs, Pros + Cons & More in 2024

All new boilers have to be condensing by law, as they’re much more efficient than non-condensing units. But what is…

Average UK Energy Bill Prices

Dealing with energy bills is something that most of us have in common. Most of us also want to lower…

Which is the Best Boiler for a Large 5 Bedroom House?

A large house needs a powerful boiler. More often than not, the best boiler for a large 5 bedroom house…

kW and kWh Explained

When looking for a new boiler you’ll need to consider how powerful it is and this is measured in kilowatts…

Which is the Best Boiler for a 4-Bedroom House?

Energy costs rose dramatically in the UK in 2022. Whilst this is not news for you as a UK homeowner,…

How to Thaw a Frozen Condensate Pipe

Freezing cold weather can wreak havoc with your heating system. One commom problem that we see time and time again…

What Pressure Should My Boiler Be?

To have a well heated home, your boiler needs to be able to circulate hot water. To do that it…

What Causes Low Boiler Pressure?

A boiler that doesn’t have constant water pressure won’t be able to work as efficiently as it could do. Low…

Condensing vs Combi Boiler Explained

When looking to install a new boiler, it can be tough to get past the jargon and find the type…

Boiler Flue Regulations Explained

Boiler flue regulations have been brought into place for new boiler installations to keep you and your neighbours safe from…

What is a Combi Boiler and How Does it Work?

A combi boiler is the most common type of boiler found in UK homes today, but what is a combi…

Is Your Family Gas Safe?

Boiler Guide are proud to support Gas Safety Awareness Week 2018. This year’s Gas Safety Week is running from 17th…

How to Find the Cause of a Noisy Boiler

While it’s normal to hear some noise from your boiler, an increasingly noisy boiler is a surefire sign of a…

How to Reset Your Boiler

To reset a boiler you’ll need to find and press the reset button. Now, not all boilers can be reset…

Common Hot Water Cylinder Problems

Vented or unvented hot water cylinder problems need to be resolved quickly and professionally. After all, the hot water cylinder…

Turning Your Boiler Back on at the End of Summer

As the weather cools, many of us start to think about turning the heating back on. But if your boiler’s…

Magnetic Filters: Are they Worth it?

The last thing you want is for your boiler to run less efficiently or, worse, stop working altogether. The rust…

Installing a Boiler in a Bedroom: Is it a Good Idea?

More often than not, boilers are installed into kitchens or utility rooms but that doesn’t mean they can’t be installed…