The Wave thermostat is Worcester’s entry into the competitive smart thermostat market. Much like other smart thermostats, the Wave makes it easier to control your heating and hot water from your smartphone or tablet. Worcester is one of the UK’s most renowned boiler manufacturers and has produced some of the easiest-to-use programmers and thermostats. In this review, we will look at the main features of the Wave and why it is the perfect addition to your home heating system.

Smart meters are a relatively new technology that’s being rolled out across the UK to replace your home’s conventional energy meter. They tell you the exact of amount of energy you’re using, thereby letting you curb your energy usage accordingly and become more energy efficient. They communicate with your energy supplier, preventing the need for someone to visit your home and read the meter in person.

The smart thermostat market is now more competitive than ever with manufacturers packing a wide range of features into their thermostats. It was only a matter of time that Vaillant would make their entry with the Vaillant vSMART thermostat. In our review, we will give you an overview of the vSMART and its many features. Once we have taken a look at its features, we will answer the following question: How does it compare to its competitors?

The valves on an everyday radiator or towel rail are essential in order to maintain the control of water flow through its pipes, as well as to ensure your radiators heat up effectively, and to provide you with a comfortable and warm living environment. With a large variety of radiators currently available on the market in varying shapes, styles and sizes, not every valve is universally suitable to all radiators.

In this article, we will give you a run through of how they work, the different types as well as the benefits of each.

Whether you have a combi boiler or a conventional boiler, it’s a complex system that requires your pipes and water system to work flawlessly. Every boiler heats cold water and circulates it around your property. Your pipes, radiators and hot water tank (if you have an older boiler) can only function if the boiler can heat water.

Condensation is a common damp problem, which occurs when warm air comes into contact with cold surfaces (like glass) or when there’s too much humidity. The good news is it’s usually very cheap, easy and quick to fix. What’s more, you’ll probably be able to fix the problem yourself, without the need for professional help.

Did you know homes with no security measures are five times more likely to get burgled? Criminals will always look for the easiest (and most inconspicuous) access to your home and more often than not, it’s a window.