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  • Why is my shower running cold when the taps are hot?

    The hot water works fine from my taps, but the shower only gives cold water. Something I can fix myself perhaps?

    Asked by Patrick on 30th Oct 2025
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    How does heat recovery work?

    For a whole house system, can you explain how heat recovery works?

    Asked by Carol on 10th May 2022
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    Low water pressure on boiler

    How prone are heat only boilers to low water pressure issues particularly with showers and flow issues? Is this a common problem with this type of boiler? If so, how can I avoid this issue? I’d like a heat only boiler but I’m concerned about water pressure and flow problems.

    Asked by Everson on 4th Mar 2021
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    Which is cheaper to run: gas or electric fire?

    I’m deciding between an electric fire and a gas fire but which one has lower running costs in the UK right now? We're leaning more towards the electric fire as it seems like less faff

    Asked by Michael on 11th Dec 2025
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    How can I duct a heat recovery system?

    How can I duct a heat recovery system exactly? Thanks for your time.

    Asked by Simon on 10th May 2022
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    Thermostat upgrade?

    I have a outside small properly insulated sauna with x3 large glass ceramic heaters each capable of producing 40c of heat however the thermostat BHT-2000 only goes to 35C does any know of a thermostat that can go to 45 or 50 C ? Thanks Ken

    Asked by Ken on 30th Nov 2021
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    How long to fit a new boiler

    Will fitting a new boiler take more than a day? I'm about to book a boiler replacement, but can they handle this within a day? What might mean it takes longer?

    Asked by Christian on 7th Nov 2025
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    How good are Apollo radiators?

    Are Apollo radiators the best on the market? Would it depend on the type of radiator I'm looking for?

    Asked by Michael on 29th Jun 2022
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    Can a power flush damage pipes?

    I’ve been advised to get my heating system power flushed but I’m worried it could damage old pipes?

    Asked by LAURA on 12th Dec 2025
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    What is the best time of day to put the hot water heater on (Utilita)

    What is the best time of day to put the hot water heater on (Utilita)

    Asked by Heath on 6th Jun 2023
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