Unless you’ve been living under a rock, chances are you’re familiar with the government’s ambitious plan to transition the UK’s natural gas supply to hydrogen to bolster environmental sustainability. While still in its exploratory phase, with new build bans on natural gas boilers set for 2025, extending this transition to existing homes remains a lengthy…
From whistling to hissing, clicking, bubbling, and cracking – it might sound like we’re brewing a magical potion, but in reality, we’re talking about the symphony of sounds radiators can unexpectedly produce!
Condensation on bedroom windows is often a result of temperature differences between the inside and outside of the room. When warm, moist air inside the bedroom meets a cold surface like a window, the air cools down, and its ability to hold moisture decreases.
Knowing where your water stop valve is and how to use it (some people refer to it as a stopcock or stop tap but it all refers to the same thing) will ensure that any precious water lost in a plumbing emergency will be kept to a minimum.
With a rich history dating back to 1974, Maintracts Services has been a leading provider of top-notch heating services. Our team of expert heating engineers has extensive experience in dealing with Keston boilers, offering a comprehensive range of services, including installation, maintenance, and repair. In today’s blog post, we’ll be focusing on a topic that…
With over four decades of experience in the industry, Maintracts Services has become a trusted name when it comes to the installation, service, and repair of Viessmann boilers. In today’s blog post, we’ll be discussing common Viessmann boiler error codes, shedding light on what they mean and how to troubleshoot them. As a heating engineer,…
With a long-standing reputation since our establishment in 1974, Maintracts Services has been a leading provider of exceptional heating services. Our team of expert heating engineers possesses extensive experience in dealing with Main boilers, offering a comprehensive range of services including installation, maintenance, and repair. In today’s blog post, we will dive into a topic…
Whether it is a puddle of water on the floor or a slow and steady drip seeping from the top or bottom of your radiator, a radiator leak isn’t just annoying. If left unattended, it could cause damage to the flooring and furniture within your home – not to mention the potential slip hazard it…
Not only is a leaky toilet a nuisance, but if the leak is not caught early on, it can cause some severe damage too. Toilet leaks can be caused by several culprits including loose bolts, pipe/valve misalignment and broken seals. Whatever the cause, you will typically notice some obvious signs of a problem such as…
During the peak winter months, the Maintracts team will typically receive at least fifty calls a day relating to broken down boilers, the majority of which we can resolve over the phone because they relate to frozen condensate pipes. If you are having problems with your boiler not coming on, check your condensate pipe before…
