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Radiator Valves: Purpose, Types, & TRVs
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.
How to Set a Boiler Timer or Programmer (Digital & Manual)
How Efficient Is Your Boiler?
What To Do If Boiler Pressure Is Low
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.
How to unclog a waste drain
If your sink, shower and bathtub are taking a while to drain or there’s water rising from your toilet bowl, it’s safe to say you’ve got a blocked waste pipe. Don’t worry – it’s not as scary as it sounds. In fact, it’s something you might be able to fix yourself with the help of our drain unblocker tips.
How to stop condensation on windows
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.
How to Make Your Windows More Secure Against Break-Ins
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.
Radiators: A Complete Guide to Types, Valves & Bleeding
Radiators serve as your main source of heat by regulating the temperature in your home. When choosing a radiator, you have to consider a wide variety of factors partnered with an extensive selection of different designs, types and styles now available on the market. At Hometree, we have compiled a short but comprehensive guide to assist you in choosing the right radiator and get you on the road to a suitable and energy-efficient purchase.
Power, Electric or Mixer Shower: What Suits Your Home?
Should I get an electric or a power shower? Can I have a power shower with a combi boiler?
