Benefits of using thermostatic radiator valves
Roost Guide Benefits of using thermostatic radiator valves If you’re looking to improve the efficiency of your heating system or lower your energy bills, thermostatic radiator valves (TRVs) can be a great investment. They’re easy to install and use, and let you control the temperature in individual rooms. What are TRVs, and how do they […]
The Pros of Powerflushing your heating system…
Roost Guide The Pros of Powerflushing your heating system… What is powerflushing? A powerflush is a cleansing process that aims to remove any build-up of sludge, rust or other debris from your central heating system. Why do I need to powerflush my heating system? Rust, dirt and debris from pipes turns into a mud-like substance, […]
How to defrost a frozen condensate pipe on your boiler
Roost Guide How to defrost a frozen condensate pipe on your boiler… Why does my boiler have a condensate pipe? Condensing boilers create water when they’re working effectively. They all have a specific pipe (usually white plastic, running from your boiler) which routes this condensed water to your drainage system. Ideally the pipe will run […]
Thinking of getting your boiler replaced
Roost Guide Thinking of getting your boiler replaced? We know this sort of purchase isn’t one you make with your eyes closed, so we’ve put together a handy guide to getting a new boiler: Why might I need to consider new boiler installation? Your boiler is no longer efficient enough – older systems are naturally […]
Get your home ready for winter
Tareq’s Tips #2 Get your home ready for winter… If the recent drop in temperature has been a bit of a shock and your heating system seems to be struggling too, then here are some simple things that could help you stay warm all winter: Review the current situation When life’s busy it’s easy to […]
Saving water
Tareq’s Tips #6 Saving water in the Summertime… This beautiful weather is perfect for BBQ’s, beach trips and a general feeling of holiday-inspired happiness. The down side is that there’s been so little rain of late that there are already the rumblings of a possible impending hosepipe ban. We each use, on average, a whopping […]
Reduce your heating costs
Tareq’s Tips #5 If you’d like to reduce your heating costs – we’ve got some ideas… It’s fair to say that money can feel tight at the best of times – unexpected car repairs, the kids’ activities, and the general cost of day-to-day life all add up. Add the cost of heating your home and […]
Handy hints to keep your house warm
Tareq’s Tips #4 Six handy hints to help keep your house warm through a big chill… It’s looking like we’re due to see some big drops in temperature through December, and there might even be a touch of the white stuff. If your house isn’t keeping you as snug as a bug in a rug, […]
If your heating isn’t working properly, try our troubleshooting ideas
Tareq’s Tips #3 If your heating isn’t working properly, try our troubleshooting ideas. At this time of year, when it comes to heating it’s off/on… on/off… up/down… and it quickly becomes apparent if your radiators aren’t getting up to temperature, if there’s any air trapped in the system, if you’re not getting enough hot water, […]
Tareq’s Tips #1 – Going on Holiday? Don’t forget to switch off your water at the mains
Tareq’s Tips #1 Going on Holiday? Don’t forget to switch off your water at the mains. If you’re heading away on holiday – or just away for a few days – it’s worth turning your mains water off before you leave. It only takes a minute, and it can save you coming home to a […]