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How to Fix Central Heating Radiator Problems (Expert Guide)
20 April 2023 10:14:00
Ensuring that your home is sufficiently heated is an absolute must. During the colder months, a well-heated home is not only crucial for your comfort and health, but it’s also important for your bank balance too. But, if you’re having problems with the cold radiator and you can’t seem to heat your whole home, then you could be in for... Read more
Best Flood Prevention Products (Expert Guide)
18 April 2023 12:11:00
Floods can come quickly and fiercely. One minute you’re hanging out the washing, or working at your desk, the next you’re battling a torrent of gushing water. To help you defend your home or business from floods and lessen the likelihood of having to use a flood pump, we’ve created a list of the best flood barriers. Each flood defence... Read more
How to Install a Shower Pump DIY (Expert Guide)
31 March 2023 13:51:00
A shower pump acts as a booster pump, increasing the pressure within your hot water system. Installed close to the hot and cold water storage tanks, it uses an electric motor to drive an impeller. This impeller creates centrifugal force, which increases the energy of the incoming water flow. The higher-energy water is then directed towards your showerhead, giving you... Read more
What Speed to Set a Central Heating Pump (Expert Guide)
01 March 2023 17:07:00
So you’ve bought a central heating pump. You’ve installed it. And now you need to get it working. But if this is your first time setting up a central heating pump, you will no doubt be confused by the variety of speed settings available. And the last thing you want is a problem with your central heating system. That’s why... Read more
Central Heating Pumps Explained (Expert Guide)
01 March 2023 16:59:00
A central heating pump is a small mechanical tool installed on your central heating system, which allows you to pump hot water around your home efficiently. But if this is the first time you’ve ever heard of a central heating pump, or you’re replacing a boiler pump for the first time, the vast number of central heating pumps on offer... Read more
How to Test a Central Heating Pump (Expert Guide)
20 February 2023 13:52:00
Central heating failures are often not due to the boiler itself but to peripheral components such as pumps and motorised diverter valves. These are among the few moving parts in the system and are more likely to be subject to wear and failure over time. But if this is the first time your central heating has failed, or you’ve never... Read more
The Most Common Causes of Water Hammer (And How to Stop It)
17 February 2023 14:32:00
It’s not uncommon to experience clanging pipes when a tap is turned off. This condition is called “water hammer”, or in technical plumbing terms “hydraulic shock”. The trouble is that the noise isn’t just irritating. Water hammer is a key sign that damage may be occurring in your plumbing system. Problems with your plumbing and central heating system can be... Read more
Rainwater Harvesting (Expert Guide)
03 February 2023 14:27:17
Are you considering harvesting rainwater in your home, but don't know where to start? Rainwater harvesting is a great way to save money on water bills while also helping to conserve water resources and help do you bit for the environment around you. This expert guide will provide you with a rundown of the process of rainwater harvesting. We'll discuss... Read more
How to Replace a Central Heating Pump (Expert Guide)
31 January 2023 14:05:00
The central heating pump is the beating heart of your central heating system, efficiently circulating hot water around your system to heat your radiators and keep your home warm. But what happens if you have a problem and the central heating pump fails? If you're a competent DIYer, this is a job you can tackle yourself if you follow a... Read more
How to Test Water Pressure (Expert Guide)
25 January 2023 09:26:00
Understanding your water pressure can be vital to both the health of your plumbing system and the health of your mind (as you’ll find out!) If your water pressure is too high, you risk damaging your home plumbing system every time you turn on a tap. If your water pressure is too low, you risk your sanity as you try... Read more