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What to Do in a Plumbing Emergency

Regardless of whether you own your property or not, it is important to recognise the signs of a plumbing emergency versus a regular service. Identifying these plumbing problems and solutions could not only stop an emergency from happening, but save your building from damage.

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Boiler Placement Regulations: Where Should I Put My Boiler?

Whether you’re old boiler is beginning to wane or becomes more expensive to run, you may think about investing in a high-performing, more environmental upgrade. There are regulations in place that restrict the placement of your boiler, so it’s important to consider where your new heating system will go. Two of the most common places in the home are the kitchen and airing cupboards, but each home has different requirements.

At GK Plumbing, we have decades of experience in boiler installations. Within this guide, we’ll cover what the boiler placement regulations are and where your boiler is best suited in your home.

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Repair or Replacement: 5 Boiler Warning Signs

Do you know when to replace a boiler? You may start to notice boiler warning signs when it’s not functioning as it normally should, like a literal flashing light or a strange humming louder than usual.

Don’t panic just yet because it could be as simple as excess moisture and cleaning away condensation, or it could be a warning your boiler is about to pass. We urge you not to ignore these signs, and dive deeper into what to look out for before upgrading your boiler.

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How Often Should a Boiler Be Serviced?

If you are a landlord or property manager, you know the importance of regular boiler servicing, but new owners or tenants may not.

Even if you think your boiler is in good working order, it’s important to service your boiler — negligence could have a detrimental effect.

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Is It Cheaper to Keep Heating on All Day?

The colder months are upon us and our heating costs are starting to soar. Are you in search of ways to save money on heating? The answer isn’t to freeze, and we urge you to think about what other things can be cut before heating costs.

Afterall, you shouldn’t have to spend your weekends frostbitten, risking your health for a few extra pennies you may not need. Before we get to the heat-saving tips, we need to ask one fundamental question first…

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What to do in a Carbon Monoxide Leak From Your Boiler

A carbon monoxide (CO) leak from your boiler is a life-threatening emergency. CO is invisible and odourless. You won’t know it’s there until symptoms hit. The solution: know the warning signs, act fast and get a Gas Safe engineer to inspect your boiler. Here’s exactly what to do.
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Is It Time for a Boiler Upgrade?

When is it a good time for a boiler upgrade? Obviously, if your current boiler is broken, then it needs replacing. However, that is not to say you should wait for your boiler to break down before you replace it. If you are looking for better efficiency, then you should buy a new boiler. But do you really need a boiler upgrade?
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