Plain-English guides on boilers, servicing, repairs and heating costs from our Gas Safe and OFTEC registered engineers in Cornwall and Devon.
The short checklist that makes installation day run smoothly, from clearing the cupboard to sorting parking, plus what the engineer will and will not do for you.
The honest case for and against an external oil boiler: reclaimed indoor space, noise moved outside, frost protection questions and what installation involves.
The problems engineers see most on Worcester Bosch boilers, what the common fault codes and the flashing blue light mean, and which faults a homeowner can safely deal with.
The realistic lifespan of an oil boiler, the factors that stretch or shorten it, the signs an old boiler is nearing the end and how to plan the replacement calmly.
How LPG boilers work, how they compare with oil and electric for off-grid homes, tank and supply options, installation requirements and who they suit.
How UK boiler grant schemes actually work, who is likely to qualify, how to check without being misled, and your options if you do not.
Which supplies are switched off during a boiler installation, how long you are without cold water, hot water and heating, and simple ways to make the day comfortable.
The Vaillant fault codes engineers see most, what each one means, the ones a homeowner can safely deal with and the ones that need an engineer.
How oil boiler efficiency is rated, why condensing matters, the controls, settings and maintenance that reduce oil use, and the point at which a new boiler pays for itself.
A step-by-step walkthrough of a proper OFTEC oil boiler service, from burner strip-down and nozzle replacement to the combustion test and tank checks.
