Are you in need of a new boiler, cylinder, or heating system? Look no further than The Boiler Installation Specialists! Our team of expert engineers work on a daily basis in Saffron Walden and the surrounding villages. What sets us apart from the competition? We pride ourselves on providing great customer service and quality workmanship. As hand-selected agents for top boiler manufacturers, we offer market-leading boiler guarantees for your peace of mind. And, while we install your new boiler, we can also replace your existing radiators or any stuck valves. Don’t settle for less when it comes...
The thermostat helps increase the efficiency of your heating system while giving you complete climate control in your living space. But choosing the best smart thermostat that fits your preferences can be a daunting task. You’ll need to check for its utility, convenience and more. Fortunately, The Boiler Installation Specialists is here to save you some time with this list of the best smart thermostats of 2022. What is a Thermostat? A boiler thermostat is a device that switches a central heating system on and off according to the temperature settings. It maintains the temperature of your...
Homeowners often do not give their boiler radiator and valves attention until something erratic happens or their house needs remodelling. While the most prudent measure is calling a heating engineer, familiarizing yourself with the boiler radiator and the parts involved in heating is also a wise choice. This helps you in handling the situation more capably in any unwanted situation. What are Radiators and Radiator Valves? The radiator is a hollow, metal heat exchange device installed on the wall of a room. Radiators are one of the oldest heating methods and still prove to be one of...
Having an efficient boiler in your house keeps your rooms cosy and maintains a steady hot water supply. However, choosing which type of boiler you need for your home can pose several challenges. You need to find a boiler that complements the size, design and fuel source of your home. Thus, knowing the features of different boilers, the fuel options, and the available design scheme helps you make the best choice. How To Choose The Right Type Of Boiler? In addition to evaluating your current and future needs, you will need to examine factors such as: The...
Home heating systems are complex set machinery working continuously in silence to serve your hot water and home heating requirements. It is good to understand your central heating system to keep it working correctly and know when it needs to be fixed. How Central Heating Systems Work Your heating system involves more than one component: a boiler, the heating element, and interconnecting pipes. All these work in harmony to ensure you get clean and hot water and your home temperature is perfectly cosy. The system is always in a constant circle of pushing hot water from the...
Imagining a day without a boiler in the home is no less than a nightmare. Especially if you live in a colder area like Essex, it is crucial to ensure your boiler is effective throughout the season. Over the period boiler loses its efficiency, and replacing it with a new one becomes indispensable. It is crucial that when considering buying a new boiler, we don’t overlook the quality due to the boiler’s price. People still install a cheap boiler, just to save some quid, when you can get your new boiler in Essex without a deposit. The...
Vented Vs Unvented Cylinders From shower to laundry to washing dishes, hot water plays an indispensable role in our day-to-day tasks, and so is the hot water cylinder which supplies them. There are multiple types of water heating systems that are available. But choosing from vented and unvented can be confusing, especially for those who want to replace or buy a new one. Though the main function of both is to supply hot water, they have different functionalities and processes. Let’s analyse vented vs unvented cylinders in detail. What is a Vented Cylinder? Boilers use both copper...
Boiler systems start facing disruptions after a certain period, and it is inevitable. Timely servicing and good upkeep can minimise these disruptions. Whenever such faults occur, boilers may get locked out to avoid any further damage. Without knowing how to fix lockout, handling such a situation could become challenging for boiler owners. Know everything about your boiler maintenance and when the boiler is on lockout helps you handle the boiler in such situations comfortably. Here is everything about boilers on lockout and how to take care of it: What is boiler lockout? In simple words, boiler lockout...
When looking for a new boiler to replace your old one, you need to make sure the new one gives you more efficiency and features than earlier. Your home boilers could be condensing or non-condensing type. But what’s the difference? Knowing the difference between condensing and the non-condensing boiler will help you most efficient home heating. Condensing boilers are typically water heaters fueled by either gas or oil. They can achieve high efficiency by condensing water vapour in the exhaust gases and thus, recovering its latent heat of evaporation. This condensed vapour leaves the system in liquid...
Boilers are essential in UK homes as they provide central heating and hot water when needed. Combi boilers heat water by directly integrating with the direct water supply system. Since boilers are mechanical systems, they are susceptible to operational problems now and then. Hard water is the primary cause of boiler malfunctions. From scale build-up to pipe blockages, this article aims to feed you knowledge on how hard water affects the boiler. What is Hard Water? Hard water is water containing loads of dissolved minerals such as magnesium and calcium. Rainwater can serve as an excellent example...
