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Can You Replace a Combination Valve on Your Own? 4 Jun 2024 Caring for your unvented cylinder is an important part of being a proactive homeowner. However, while there are maintenance-related things you can do, there are many you should leave for qualified professionals. What about replacing the combination valve? The short answer is no, you should not attempt to replace your unvented cylinder’s combination valve on your own. Always opt to let a G3-qualified technician handle this. With that out of the way, let’s dive a little deeper into the question and learn more about the combination valve, its role within your unvented cylinder, and just why you would avoid replacing… Read more
Top Signs Your Water Heater Is Leaking 21 May 2024 Modern water heaters are designed to last for years with little need for worry. However, they’re not immortal. Eventually, your unit will need to be replaced. If you don’t, it will begin leaking, potentially causing major damage to your home, or creating dangerous situations. So, how do you tell if your water heater is leaking? Here are a few key signs to look for. 1. Rusty Water When you open the hot tap, the water should run clean and clear. If you notice that it has a reddish hue, that’s a good sign that rust is forming within your cylinder.… Read more
Tips to Save Money on Hot Water Usage 14 May 2024 Whether you’re building your household budget or trying to deal with the rising costs of living, hot water usage is probably on your list. Thankfully, it’s not one of the cuts you’ll need to make. Hot water is not just a modern convenience – it’s a necessity for life. However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways you can save money on the hot water you and your family use every day. Here are a few tips to get you started. 1. Use Water When Electricity Is Most Affordable Throughout much of the UK, electric rates are lowest late at night… Read more
Is an Unvented Cylinder More Efficient for Residential Water Heating? 7 May 2024 Thinking about upgrading your water heater to an unvented cylinder? You’ll find many compelling reasons to make the switch, but what about efficiency? Many UK homeowners are looking for ways to make their homes more efficient and to reduce their energy consumption along with their utility bills. So, is an unvented cylinder more efficient for residential water heating? The Question of Efficiency When comparing water heater types, you’ll find a wide range of options out there. However, the two most common are vented and unvented cylinders. Vented cylinders have been around for a very long time. They must be installed… Read more
How to Use Your Water Heater’s Tundish 30 Apr 2024 Most homeowners put little thought into how to use their water heaters. These appliances are designed to be hands-off and require very little attention during their lifespans. In fact, most people only know how to check and set their thermostats, but there are many other features that you should understand. One of those is your water heater’s tundish. What Is a Tundish? A tundish is a safety device. It’s built into your water heater to help you detect leaks and to know when to call for repairs or replacement of your cylinder. It looks like a plastic cone, and it… Read more
How to Make Your Water Heater More Efficient: A Guide for UK Homeowners 23 Apr 2024 Wondering how you’ll make ends meet? You’re not alone. Rising inflation, increasing costs of utilities, and other factors are making life more expensive across the UK. The good news is that your hot water doesn’t have to be one of those factors. In this post, we’ll discuss some critical ways to make your water heater more efficient and reduce the cost of using heated water within your home. Invest in an Annual Maintenance Plan The very first and most important tip is this: make sure you have an annual maintenance plan with a trusted water cylinder specialist, like EasyFlow. Annual… Read more
How to Fix a Water Heater with No Hot Water: Troubleshooting for Homeowners 16 Apr 2024 When you open the hot tap, you expect heated water to flow out eventually, even if you must wait a few seconds for the cold water to clear the line. If you open the tap and the water stays cold, it’s a sure sign that there’s something wrong somewhere in the system. In this post, we’ll explore some of the simplest fixes for a water heater with no hot water. Check the Usage The first and probably simplest explanation for no hot water in your water heater is that someone’s just used it all up. This is common in large… Read more
How to Choose the Most Energy-Efficient Water Heater 9 Apr 2024 More and more, UK homeowners are looking for ways to reduce energy consumption to save money. If you’re in the market for a new water heater, this could be your opportunity to get a reliable solution to your hot water needs that will last for years to come but cost you less to use it. But how do you choose an efficient water heater? Solar Water Heaters Solar technology has come a long way in the last few decades. Today’s photovoltaic cells are leaps and bounds better than they once were. You can use that technology to efficiently heat water… Read more
How Does Unvented Cylinder Maintenance Save You Money? 2 Apr 2024 Heating water for use in your home isn’t optional. Your family needs to bathe, you have dishes that must be washed, and you likely use hot water for other things around the house. Of course, all that heated water requires fuel, either gas or electric, and you’ll pay for each unit you use. The good news is that there are many ways to make your water heater more efficient to reduce the amount of energy it uses. One of the best options is a Maintenance Plan. How does maintenance save you money? Improved Heating One of the most important ways… Read more
Unvented Cylinder No Hot Water: Help and Guidance for UK Homeowners 26 Mar 2024 When you open the tap, you expect hot water to flow. If it doesn’t, there is something wrong. But what is it? If you have an unvented cylinder and no hot water, this guide will help you troubleshoot the issue and get things back to normal as quickly as possible. 1. Check your cold tap. If you don’t have hot water from the hot tap, close it and open the cold tap. If you have no water from that tap either, then there’s a problem either with the mains themselves or with the mains connection to your home. Check with… Read more Categories
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