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Central heating systems are designed to keep our homes warm, but they don’t always work as effectively as they could do. If your radiators are not heating up properly, it probably means that the system needs bleeding. The process of bleeding central heating pump should be done regularly and is fairly simple... Why Radiators Need Bleeding As water enters your... Read more

Here at Anchor Pumps, building long lasting relationships with all of our trusted manufacturers is extremely important. Saniflo is the latest brand to join the Anchor Pumps family and to celebrate, we sat down with Ann Boardman, Customer Services & Marketing Manager to find a little more about the trusted manufacturer, their range of products and future plans for their brand... Read more

Shower pumps boost domestic water pressure and the performance of a shower. They can be adapted to anyone’s personal preference for a shower: some people like high-velocity water hurling at them, while others prefer water coming down like gentle rainfall. The following steps provide a guide to buying the correct booster pump for your home; Step 1. Check the nature... Read more

More than five million people in Britain live with the imminent danger of being flooded from the sea or rivers. The risk of urban floods caused by extreme rainfall or poor drainage is also a risk for many. Here are a few simple steps that will protect your home from the worst of flooding. Firstly, check with the Environment Agency... Read more

One of the most common causes of failure in central heating systems is the pump. It's a mechanical component and it works hard, so it's no wonder central heating pumps need to be replaced from time to time. Symptoms of failure may be excessive noise or the fact that some of your radiators aren't getting warm. They might be hard... Read more

Contents What is a positive head system? What is a negative head system? Do I need a positive or negative head shower pump? Do I need a single or twin impeller pump? Do I need a centrifugal or regenerative pump? What size shower pump do I need? What are the best positive and negative head shower pumps? Introduction If your... Read more

It’s officially summertime and although temperatures aren’t high enough to fry an egg on the pavement, August is set to be a scorcher in the UK. Many people in Britain turn off their central heating systems between April and May as the spring temperatures rise, with the heating tends to be switched on again between mid-September and October. The summer period is... Read more

Nothing beats an invigorating shower to relax aching muscles and help you to unwind. Unfortunately, many homes just don't have sufficient water pressure for a decent shower. If this is your problem, don’t despair, why not try installing a shower pump to boost your water pressure to a strong level for the perfect shower.   Choose Your Pump In order... Read more

Water features such as a pond can create a peaceful haven in the garden. If you want to keep the plant life and fish in your pond healthy, you will need to add a pond pump to circulate the water, so it does not become stagnant. When you are choosing pond pumps you will need to consider the following. 1... Read more

If one or more of the radiators in your home feels cool along the top but hot elsewhere, the most likely cause is a pocket of air trapped inside. If one or more of the radiators in your home feels cool along the top but hot elsewhere, the most likely cause is a pocket of air trapped inside. Removing this... Read more