A water softener is a device which removes the chemicals in hard water areas which cause scaling: calcium and magnesium carbonate. It should not be confused with chemical/electrolytic/magnetic DE-SCALERS which merely attempt to prevent these chemicals depositing themselves inside pipes, tanks and … Read more
Given time, all washing machines leak. If the leak appears on the floor, creeping out from under the front of the machine, the likelihood is that it is the door seal that needs replacing. If the puddle seems to be emerging from … Read more
There are a number of reasons why a single radiator will not heat up compared to the rest, below are some reasons: Assuming the rest of the system works, i.e. all other radiators heat up, here is a non exhaustive list of … Read more
The second word is in quotes because it is misleading: one could argue that category (2) is a power shower as it uses electricity, and it is also being abused by the marketers because “power shower” seems to imply “excellent shower” in … Read more
A conventional shower is just a means of mixing hot and cold water, and spraying it at you. It is simple and cheap, but its performance is highly dependent on the water supplies to it. If upstairs in a house with a … Read more
Draining the Water system in a Dwelling Most domestic water systems are built using the same principles and can be drained down to allow maintenance or to stop pipes freezing should the dwelling be empty for a long time. To empty the … Read more
A condensing boiler is the type of central heating boiler for your home. If installed and commissioned correctly, it’s a highly efficient model that can save you money on your energy bills. It’s also very efficient at heating your home. However, there … Read more
Stopping a leaking Tap/Fawcett The most likely reason for a leaking tap is the washer within the tap body has worn down and no longer stops the water fully. This washer can be easily replaced assuming the tap is in a reasonable … Read more
