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Heating & Plumbing Tips

Helpful advice from our team on boiler maintenance, gas safety, landlord obligations and common plumbing problems.

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22 March 2025

What to Do If You Smell Gas at Home

Smelling gas at home is alarming, but knowing exactly what to do — and what not to do — could make all the difference. A clear step-by-step guide from Gas Safe registered engineers in Stourbridge.

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5 March 2025

7 Signs Your Boiler Needs Replacing (Not Just Repairing)

How do you know when to repair your boiler and when to cut your losses and replace it? We cover the seven warning signs that suggest your boiler is coming to the end of its useful life.

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18 February 2025

Why Is My Radiator Cold? The Truth About Sludge in Your Heating System

Cold at the top, cold at the bottom, or cold all over — the location of the cold spot tells you a lot. We explain the causes, including what magnetite sludge is and what it does to your system.

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15 January 2025

How Often Should You Service Your Boiler?

Most manufacturers recommend an annual boiler service — but what actually happens during one, and why does it matter? We explain what's checked and why it's worth doing every year.

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3 December 2024

What Is a CP12 Gas Safety Certificate?

If you're a landlord, a CP12 certificate isn't optional — it's a legal requirement. Here's what it covers, what's checked, and what happens if you don't have one.

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10 November 2024

Water Hammer: What Causes That Banging in Your Pipes?

That loud bang or thud when you turn a tap off is called water hammer. It's more than just annoying — left untreated it can cause long-term damage to your pipework and appliances.

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