Category: Heating
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The 7 most common boiler problems and how to avoid them
There is never an ideal time to run into boiler problems, but during the cooler months, they are even more unwelcome than usual – particularly as this tends to be the busiest time of year for plumbers, meaning a long wait to get the issues resolved. Every home needs heating, and whether yours is delivered…
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Heating a garden room: The options explained
Garden rooms are popular and can be used throughout the year, as long as they are appropriately heated to make them comfortable. Perfect for a variety of uses, a heated garden room can be the perfect solution to hectic family life indoors, providing a quiet and private space to create a home office away from…
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10 living room radiator ideas that bring the heat
If your idea of a warm and welcoming reception room includes living room radiator ideas, you’re in the right place. Whether it’s a classic column radiator or something more modern, we’ve curated a selection designed to suit homes of all shapes and sizes. While once limited in terms of their aesthetics, from radiators for bay…
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Scotland urges UK not to rush hydrogen home heating decision
The Scottish Government is warning the UK Government to slow down before making any final decisions on hydrogen heating. With a £32 million trial underway in Fife testing hydrogen boilers and appliances in real homes, the Scottish Government says it is too early to make sweeping policy decisions. Energy experts and unions argue that rushing…
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When do you know it’s time to turn the heating on?
If, with the sudden arrival of damp and colder weather you’ve seen claims ‘this is the date you need to turn your heating on’, the rising cost of energy bills means you could be hoping this date is still far in the future. The truth is, saying there’s a set date is actually a myth.…
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Insulation scheme branded a ‘systemic failure’ for 30,000 homes
More than 30,000 UK homes have received poor-quality insulation under the ECO4 and Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS), Minister Miatta Fahnbulleh admitted – calling it a “systemic failure.” Many of the affected properties are in lower-income regions, notably Luton and County Durham, where reports of mould, damp and crumbling walls have emerged. The revelation has…
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Can my neighbour complain about me putting in a heat pump?
With the main component of an air source heat pump located outside your home, it’s natural to question ‘can my neighbour complain about me putting in a heat pump’ – particularly if you live in a highly populated residential area. After all, the main concern of most neighbours when they hear a heat pump is…
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The changes I’ve made since installing a heat pump in 2018
If you’re heading down the house renovation or extension route, it’s likely that heating is one of the jobs to tackle on your list. It was certainly the case for heating expert, David Hilton, who had an air source heat pump installed when he extended his home in 2018. Although the property had been previously…
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Radiator shelf ideas for style, warmth and storage
A radiator shelf is a simple way to give an unloved panel purpose, add a spot for styling, and make a space feel more finished, all without much effort or expense. Whether it’s a slim hallway ledge for post and keys, a painted timber top that complements wall panelling, or a bespoke addition beneath a…
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Can you cover a heat pump? Experts reveal how to do it right
If you’ve been thinking of trying to cover your heat pump to hide it from view, you’re not alone. For many homeowners, the outdoor unit of an air source heat pump can be a bit of an eyesore and the temptation to disguise or protect it – whether with a decorative screen or a shed-like…