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23 June 2026
Boiler Keeps Turning Off? Common Causes and Fixes
If your boiler keeps turning off or going into lockout, it’s not just frustrating—it can leave your home cold and without hot water. The good news is many common issues show simple signs you can…
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8 June 2026
Boiler Making Banging Noise? Causes and What to Do Next
Hearing a loud banging or knocking noise from your boiler or pipes can be alarming, especially when it comes on suddenly without warning. These noises are often signs that something isn’t working…
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26 May 2026
Boiler Flue Regulations: What Homeowners Should Look For
A safe boiler flue is just as important as the boiler itself. If it is badly fitted, damaged or blocked, it can allow dangerous fumes back into your home, even if the boiler appears to work normally.…
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12 May 2026
How to Balance Radiators for Even Heating at Home
Uneven heating can make your home uncomfortable and drive up your energy bills. Some rooms may feel too hot while others stay cold, making it hard to keep a consistent temperature throughout your…
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28 April 2026
Boiler Pressure Keeps Dropping: Causes and Next Steps
If your boiler pressure keeps falling, simply topping it up every few days isn’t a proper solution. Modern boilers use sealed heating systems that rely on stable pressure to work safely and…
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2 April 2026
How to Repressurise a Boiler Safely (Step-by-Step)
Low boiler pressure can leave your home feeling cold and your hot water unreliable, causing discomfort and inconvenience. The good news is that, in many cases, you can safely top up the pressure…
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20 March 2026
Radiators Cold at the Bottom? Causes and Fixes
If your radiators are hot at the top but cold at the bottom, it’s more than just an annoyance — it usually means your heating system isn’t circulating water properly. This uneven heating can waste…
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20 January 2026
Can Heating Services Help Prevent Winter Breakdowns
Cold weather has a habit of turning small heating issues into big problems, usually at the worst possible time. Booking a seasonal heating service before winter sets in gives you a clear picture of…
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7 January 2026
What Safety Checks Are Included In A Boiler Service
When booking a boiler service, many homeowners focus on efficiency and reliability, but safety is just as important. A professional boiler service in Porth, Talbot Green, and Llantrisant is designed…
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17 December 2025
Can Boiler Services Detect Early Efficiency Problems
A boiler can lose efficiency gradually without showing obvious faults, often continuing to heat the home while using more energy than necessary. Because this decline happens slowly, many homeowners…
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9 December 2025
What’s Included In Professional Heating Services
Professional heating services provide a detailed review of your heating system to ensure it runs safely, efficiently and reliably throughout the year. Many people book an annual service without…
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26 November 2025
How Do I Choose The Right Location For A Boiler Installation
Choosing the right place for your new boiler is one of the most important decisions you can make during a boiler installation in Porth, Talbot Green and Llantrisant. The location affects efficiency,…
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29 October 2025
What Safety Checks Are Included In Boiler Services
A regular boiler service is essential to keep your heating system operating safely, efficiently, and reliably throughout the year. During a professional service, a Gas Safe registered engineer…
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10 October 2025
Can Boiler Maintenance Extend The Life Of An Older Boiler?
Regular boiler maintenance plays a crucial role in keeping your heating system reliable and energy-efficient, especially when it has been in service for many years. Older boilers may still perform…
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26 September 2025
What Are The Most Common Causes Of Boiler Breakdowns?
Boilers are essential for keeping your property warm and comfortable, especially during the colder months. When they stop working unexpectedly, it can cause major disruption to daily life.…
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10 September 2025
How Do Heating Services Improve System Efficiency
As colder months approach, most homeowners rely heavily on their heating systems to provide comfort. However, without regular attention, systems can lose efficiency, costing more to run and creating…
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30 August 2025
Can Boiler Servicing Prevent Carbon Monoxide Issues
Carbon monoxide is a colourless, odourless gas that can be extremely dangerous if it builds up in your home. Faulty or poorly maintained boilers are one of the most common sources of carbon monoxide…
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7 August 2025
Do I Need A Heating Engineer To Install A Smart Thermostat
As technology continues to evolve, smart home devices like smart thermostats are becoming increasingly popular. Not only do these devices provide convenient control over your heating system, but they…
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25 July 2025
Diagnosing Intermittent Boiler Failures
Few things are more frustrating than a boiler that works one day and fails the next. Intermittent boiler problems can be tricky to pin down, but they’re often a sign that something inside the system…
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9 July 2025
When Is It Time to Upgrade Your Boiler Service Plan?
Many homeowners treat boiler service plans as a set-and-forget subscription. But over time, your needs change, your system ages, and what once offered great value might no longer cover all the…
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19 June 2025
Smart Heating Upgrades Worth Investing In
With energy bills rising and homeowners looking for ways to cut costs and increase comfort, smart heating upgrades have quickly gone from a luxury to a smart investment. These technologies not only…
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18 June 2025
Why Descaling Your Boiler Matters
Over time, boilers are affected by scale, a hidden but serious problem that can reduce efficiency, drive up bills, and even cause system failure. If you live in a hard water area, descaling should be…
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23 May 2025
5 Benefits of Annual Boiler Servicing
Even if your boiler seems to be working fine, that doesn’t mean it’s running safely or efficiently. Many internal faults go unnoticed until it’s too late, leading to costly repairs, energy waste, or…
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9 May 2025
How to know whether to get your boiler repaired or replaced?
When your boiler breaks down, you’re faced with an important question: should you repair it or replace it entirely? While repairs are usually less expensive upfront, a new boiler can provide greater…
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30 July 2023
Benefits of Regular Boiler Maintenance
Keeping warm and cosy in your home, particularly during the colder months, is essential. Your boiler plays a crucial role in this. But how often do you take a moment to consider the health of your…
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20 July 2023
Pros and Cons of Different Boiler Types
When it comes to choosing the right boiler for your home, there are several options available, each with its pros and cons. As the leading provider of boiler installations in Cardiff and Bridgend,…
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12 June 2023
Choosing Your Central Heating Engineer: Key Questions to Ask
When it comes to something as important as your central heating system, you don't want to take any chances. It's crucial to have a reliable and competent central heating engineer who can carry out…
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2 June 2023
Common Mistakes to Avoid During New Boiler Installations
When it comes to new boiler installations, it's essential to get things right the first time. Even small oversights or errors can lead to significant complications down the line, including…
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17 May 2023
Smart thermostats: The future of Efficient Heating Control
Do you ever find yourself shivering in your own home or sweating through your clothes because your heating system just can't seem to get the temperature right? We've all been there, but luckily…
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17 May 2023
Choosing Between Oil and Gas Boilers: Which is Right for Your Home?
Are you in the process of upgrading or replacing your boiler? One of the key decisions you'll need to make is whether to choose an oil boiler or a gas boiler. Both options have their advantages and…
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28 April 2023
A complete guide to a boiler installation
Installing a new boiler can enhance your home's efficiency and comfort, but it c an be a great investment. In this guide, we have put together the ultimate guide to help you when it comes to…
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14 March 2023
"Why Regular Boiler Servicing is Essential"
The Importance of Regular Boiler Servicing Regular boiler servicing is essential for ensuring the safety and efficiency of a heating system. By booking a service with Green Flame Plumbing and…
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9 March 2023
Signs It's Time To Replace Your Boiler
If you're experiencing any of the following signs, it may be time to replace your boiler. Increasing energy bills If your energy bills are steadily increasing, it could be a sign that your boiler is…
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20 February 2023
Everything You Need to Know About Boiler Installations
Expert Guide to Boiler Installation in Bridgend: Everything You Need to Know At Green Flame Plumbing and Heating, we understand that the process of installing a new boiler in Bridgend can be…
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11 January 2023
Keep Your Home Warm Without Increasing Energy Bills
Keeping your home warm during the winter months can be a challenge, especially if you're trying to keep energy costs low. However, there are several ways to keep your home warm without increasing…
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24 October 2022
Why You Should ONLY Ever Use a Gas Safe Heating Engineer
Getting your boiler repaired by a gas-safe registered engineer is incredibly important for your safety. It also ensures that the engineer is properly trained to be carrying out work on your boiler.…
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20 October 2022
How Often should I Get My Boiler Serviced
If you’re looking to improve the efficiency of your boiler, you must make sure to get a gas boiler service once a year. Residents and landlords must make sure their boilers are serviced annually to…
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18 October 2022
Preparing Your Boiler For Winter
September is the best time to get your annual boiler service done. It gives you peace of mind that your house will be warm and cosy as soon as the winter arrives. Living in Pontypridd, Bridgend or…
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30 September 2022
Why Is My Boiler Losing Pressure?
Losing pressure on your boiler is the most common way for a boiler to break down. The most common reasons for a boiler to lose pressure are: Any leaks from the pressure relief valve;A problem with…
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30 September 2022
No Hot Water - What to Check?
On-demand hot water is a luxury we take for granted. It can disrupt day-to-day life in an enormous way when it's not there. There is nothing more distressing than turning on the taps to find that hot…
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16 September 2022
Why Is Servicing My Boiler Important?
If you want your gas boiler to operate as efficiently as possible, you need to have it serviced annually. It is possible to prevent boiler breakdowns and identify underlying faults with an annual…
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13 September 2022
What is a Ideal MAX accredited boiler installer?
A modern boiler offers outstanding performance and efficient savings, making it an excellent choice for commercial and residential usage. It is undeniable that the MAX range of boilers represents…
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22 August 2022
Why Summer is the best time to service your boiler
It's likely that you only think about your boiler during the cold winter months, when it's absolutely necessary. However, summer is actually the best time to service your boiler - and here are three…
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10 August 2022
Boiler Maintenance Tips
Is your boiler acting up? Been experiencing some strange noises or leaking water? Try some of these simple maintenance tips to keep your boiler running in top condition! Keep in mind that not all…
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18 July 2022
Is a combi boiler suited to my home?
Do you have the right boiler installed in your home? In this day and age, most boilers in smaller homes are combi boilers, and this makes sense as they are commonly the most efficient boilers out…
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1 July 2022
How to prolong the lifetime of your boiler
If you've started to hear sounds like kettling or whistling coming from your boiler, or if you're having to pay for pricey boiler repairs on a semi-regular basis, you should think about getting a new…
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6 June 2022
Considerations to make when relocating your boiler
Most boilers last between a decade and twelve years, so there's a good chance that your home will have changed slightly if you are considering buying a new boiler after many years of the same one. If…
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13 May 2022
How do I know when to replace my boiler?
A boiler is the heart of your home's central heating system, yet it will almost certainly need to be repaired once or twice throughout your lifetime. But how can you tell when it's time to replace…
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28 April 2022
Lowering your heating by 1 degree can make a bigger difference than you may think
Can a single degree really make such a difference? Find out whether lowering your home's heating by 1 degree will mean that you are likely to save money on your energy bills! Keep reading this blog…
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14 April 2022
Do I need to replace my radiators if I've recently got a new boiler?
If you've decided the time has come to finally replace your outdated boiler and give your heating system a much-needed upgrade, the next dilemma is whether to replace your radiators, too. Read this…
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31 March 2022
How do I check the efficiency of my boiler?
Improving your boiler's efficiency can save you a lot of money. Heating in your house accounts for around 60% of your energy consumption; the more efficient your boiler, the lower your heating bills.…
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22 March 2022
Should I install an eco-friendly boiler?
In recent decades, boiler manufacturers have made tremendous progress in producing more ecologically friendly versions. Since April 2015, every new gas boiler installation in the UK has required to…
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11 March 2022
Energy saving tips to save money
As more and more people are concerned about rising gas prices, Green Flame Plumbing and Heating has created a list of energy-saving recommendations that you should be aware of!If your gas and energy…
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21 January 2022
Energy Saving Tips for 2022
At the turn of the new year, with Christmas budgets spent, and wallets wearing thin, there's a good chance that you'll be wanting to keep your heating bills low this month! That's why Green Flame…
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7 January 2022
The top 5 features of a smart thermostat
Energy efficiency is one of the most important things that homeowners based in South Wales have to keep on top of nowadays. With energy prices soaring recently, there is a higher demand for making…
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26 November 2021
Tips to prepare your boiler for winter
As the weather starts to become miserable and a lot wetter and colder, it’s important to take care of your central heating to a close to ensure that your boiler is fully prepared for the winter. In…
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8 October 2021
8 signs that your boiler is in need of repair
Are you thinking that you might need a new boiler but you don't know how to tell if your boiler is in need of repair, or past the point of no return? If so, Green Flame Plumbing and Heating are here…
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6 August 2021
Top tips to keep your gas bill low
Your heating system is working tirelessly to keep your home warm during the colder months. It's also the time of year when your energy bills will most certainly increase. The team at Green Flame…
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15 July 2021
Things to consider before getting a new boiler
Everyone knows that buying and installing a new boiler in your home is a significant financial commitment. So, that's why Green Flame Plumbing and Heating have outlined some considerations you need…
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9 July 2021
4 Benefits of Installing a New Boiler
Have you had your boiler for over ten years? Do you find it’s always in need of a repair? Or do you just fancy an efficient, reliable replacement boiler? If so, our gas engineers in South Wales will…
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11 June 2021
Is it Time for a Powerflush?
A powerflush gets rid of sludge, debris, rust and build up contaminating the insides of your central heating system. Over time, this sludge can be very harmful and wastes you a lot of money by…
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4 June 2021
Which boiler does your home need?
While different kinds of boilers all do very similar jobs, choosing the right one for your home is still important. If you are considering getting a new boiler, this is the best place to start your…
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