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Why do I need to have my boiler serviced? We get asked this all the time and it is easy to overlook the need for a boiler service so hopefully this post goes through the main reasons you should have your boiler serviced annually by a Gas Safe engineer.Having your boiler serviced regularly is important for several reasons,Safety,Regular servicing helps ensure that your boiler is operating safely. Gas boilers can pose serious safety risks, including carbon monoxide leaks and gas leaks, if they ...

Why use a Gas Safe engineer?

Using a Gas Safe registered engineer for gas work is crucial for several reasons: 

Safety,

Gas appliances can be dangerous if not installed, maintained, or repaired correctly. Gas leaks, carbon monoxide poisoning, and explosions are serious risks associated with faulty gas work. Our Gas Safe engineers undergo rigorous training and assessment to ensure they have the necessary skills and knowledge to work safely with gas appliances and installations. 

Deciding to change your boiler is no easy decision with a substantial cost involved. We at TDP Heating Solutions aim to make this process as simple and as painless as possible. With this simple guide, it will explain the process from the initial contact you make with us to the end where we explain how to use your new energy efficient boiler and everything in between.

Why is my radiator not heating up all of a sudden?

Most radiators around your house now have thermostatic radiator valves on them. Over the course of their existence a lot of homeowners won't touch the valves and the temperature will never be altered. If this is the case and your extremely reliable radiator suddenly is not heating up as well as the other radiators in your house there could be a very simple solution.

Dealing with a frozen condensate pipe is a common issue, especially during cold weather. 

The condensate pipe is a crucial component of a condensing boiler system, and when it freezes, it can cause the boiler to stop working. 

Here are steps you can take to deal with a frozen condensate pipe:

 1. **Locate the Frozen Section:** Identify the frozen section of the condensate pipe. This is often outside your home, leading from the boiler to a drain. 

Why have I got cold spots on my radiators?

If you notice cold spots on your radiators, where certain areas of the radiator are not heating up as expected, it could indicate a few potential issues 

Air in the system: Air trapped inside the radiator can prevent proper heat distribution. When there are cold spots, it's possible that air has accumulated in those areas. Bleeding the radiator by using a radiator key to release the trapped air can help resolve this problem.