Experiencing a boiler breakdown is never a pleasant occasion, especially during winter! However, thankfully you can easily avoid problems with your central heating by scheduling an annual boiler service. But what exactly does this involve? We’ve put together a checklist of everything you may need to know ahead of your next boiler service appointment. What…
The City With the Most Eco Friendly Homes
It should come as no surprise that property energy ratings across British homes are being heavily scrutinised – ‘sustainability’ and ‘emissions’ are two words that are never far from conversation within the wider media in the UK. The government has committed to a net zero emissions target domestically and signed into a number of global…
10 Tips to Protect Your Home this Gas Safety Week
What is Gas Safety Week? Launched in 2021, The Gas Safe Register introduced this annual event to raise awareness of the dangers of poorly maintained gas appliances; known to cause gas leaks, fires, explosions and carbon monoxide poisoning. The Gas Safe initiative also looks to promote the importance of hiring a qualified engineer to service…
Why Should You Book Your Boiler Service Annually?
After many cold, dark months, you won’t be the only one breathing a sigh of relief that winter is over; your boiler will too! Keeping your home warm all winter takes its toll on your boiler. Now that spring has finally arrived, and you’re heating your home a lot less, there’s no better time to spoil your…
Earth Day at Home: 7 Things You Can Do With the Family
Earth Day is becoming more and more popular every year, celebrated through activities at school, work or at a local level. But with strict COVID-19 restrictions still likely to be in place on the 22 April this year, you might be wondering how to raise awareness, without breaking the rule of six, travelling too far…
What to Do When You Lose Your Key?
Lost keys? With the last year spent mostly in lockdown we bet you haven’t had many chances to get yourself out of the house, much else lose your car or home keys. Still, as restrictions are slowly being lifted, you might be getting excited about going out, exploring place and maybe even having a few…
How to Prepare Your Plumbing for Spring
The sun is shining more and more, and maybe you’ve turned the heating down just a bit. It’s raining, it’s sunny, it’s windy and in some parts it might still be snowing. Spring is truly here. Whilst you’re getting excited for the spring, and there is still some time whilst we’re in lockdown, while not…
Common Smart Meter Problems and How to Fix Them
Smart meters are all the rage currently – it seems like everyone that can get on the queue is getting one. And for a good reason – when the smart meter is installed and set up correctly you can monitor your gas and electricity usage and make conscious decisions on how to use it economically.…
Popular Boiler Fault Codes and What They Mean
The Boiler is the king of your home, whether you realise it or not. When it comes to appliances, it’s the boiler that is the most sophisticated and complicated machine, working hard for years on end to ensure your household remains warm and healthy. Whether you’re only using a boiler for your heating, or it…
How to Keep Your Property Secure When Unoccupied
The winter season, with its short days and long nights is an ideal season for burglaries. True, we might not be leaving on a holiday this winter, but lockdown has also meant many second-home properties have had to go longer without supervision. If you have an unoccupied rental or holiday home property you’ve not had the…
