Tag: boiler
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What is the optimal combi boiler water temperature for heating and hot water?
A combi boiler controls the water temperature for your heating system and hot water. It is the central hub that determines how hot the water being pumped to your radiators and taps is. So it makes sense that it’s set up to ensure that you get the right heat output and your hot water is…
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What is the correct combi boiler pressure?
A combi boiler’s pressure is crucial to maintaining a smooth operation of your heating and hot water system. If the pressure isn’t within the safe zone, then problems will arise. Too high, and it will cause unnecessary strain on the system, leading to serious – and potentially expensive – issues such as leaks and system…
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What is the correct combi boiler pressure?
A combi boiler’s pressure is crucial to maintaining a smooth operation of your heating and hot water system. If the pressure isn’t within the safe zone, then problems will arise. Too high, and it will cause unnecessary strain on the system, leading to serious – and potentially expensive – issues such as leaks and system…
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Everything you need to know about moving a boiler
There are many reasons why moving a boiler might be a job on your to-do list, but do you know what the task entails, how long it’ll take and the likely costs involved? If not, our guide is here to help, whether you are renovating a house or need more cupboard space. “Moving your boiler…
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Final Autumn Prep: Is Your Apartment Building’s Boiler Ready for the Cold?
As the crisp chill of autumn begins to settle in, landlords and property managers face a familiar seasonal challenge: ensuring their apartment building’s boiler system is fully prepared to handle the months of cold weather ahead. A properly maintained boiler isn’t just a comfort issue; it’s a critical component of tenant satisfaction, energy efficiency, and…
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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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Boost Performance with Automated Boiler Tube Cleaners
Boiler system maintenance is necessary because, over time, debris can accumulate inside the tubes. When soot and scale are not removed, this can result in reduced heat transfer and a significant increase in energy consumption. When left alone, the buildup can also result in unexpected system failures, and the boiler can even be considered a…
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What it’s like to live with a biomass boiler
Even though it’s considered a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels, biomass is still not one of the most common forms of domestic heating systems, which is why I’m often asked – ‘what’s it like to live with a biomass boiler?’ In short, it’s a little like living with an older teenager. On the whole, consistent…
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Boiler Safety Tips for Homes and Commercial Buildings
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Boilers are the heart of heating systems in millions of buildings across the country. They provide reliable warmth and hot water, but they also present serious safety risks when not properly maintained or operated. Every year, boiler accidents cause property damage, injuries, and fatalities that could have been prevented with proper safety practices. Whether you…
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Consulting Engineer’s Guide to Advanced Electric Boiler Technology
An international boiler expert helps industry professionals take advantage of high voltage electrode boilers’ virtually 100% efficient, zero-emission capabilities, providing guidance on selection and installation. For consulting engineers tasked with planning, designing, and supervising construction projects for a wide range of industries, advanced electric boilers – particularly high voltage electrode boilers – offer numerous advantages…