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Posted: July 08, 2024Categories: Cylinder
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Posted: July 07, 2024Categories: Cylinder
Why Professional Installation of Gledhill PulsaCoil is a Must: Benefits, Challenges, and Hilarious DIY Disasters
Greetings, fellow hot water enthusiasts! If you’re like me and have embarked on the journey of maintaining a Gledhill PulsaCoil, you know it’s a ride filled with ups, downs, and a lot of “what in the world is happening?” moments. Today, I’m sharing my story and some invaluable insights from other users to help you navigate the world of PulsaCoil.
The Perks of Gledhill PulsaCoil
Efficient Hot Water Supply: First off, let’s talk about why I love my Gledhill PulsaCoil. This baby delivers mains pressure hot water like a champ, especially if your home has higher water pressure needs. Plus, it’s super savvy with energy, using off-peak electricity to keep those bills in check.
Built to Last: The newer models are built with stainless steel, making them durable and resistant to corrosion. This means less worry about
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Posted: June 20, 2024Categories: News
At TradePlumbing, we know dripping or leaky taps can rapidly become a major annoyance in the house. In addition to their infamously annoying sound, a leaking tap can be a significant source of financial and water waste. However, fear not—you can typically fix a dripping tap without calling in a plumber.
Your ability to identify where the leak is coming from is crucial and will empower you to determine the best action for fixing your bathroom tap. For example;
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- Water leaking from the spout indicates a worn washer.
- Water leaking from beneath the handle likely means the valve O-ring will need replacing.
- If the leak comes from beneath the spout, it could
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Posted: June 19, 2024Categories: Guide and Instructions
In 2024, the urgency of reducing our water usage is more apparent than ever. Climate change has led to a scarcity of fresh water, with summer droughts becoming increasingly common. Experts predict that, by the year 2030, demand will outstrip supply by 40%, with water scarcity already affecting 2.3 billion people worldwide.
With the average person in the UK using 140 litres of water daily, it's clear that small changes are needed to make a big difference to the planet and our water bills.
How to use less water in the bathroom
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- Checking for leaking pipes
A minor leak can waste thousands of litres of water daily, increasing your water bill and burdening local water supplies. Even a tiny drip on a
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Posted: May 15, 2024Categories: News
Addressing Reviews and Delays at TradePlumbing.co.uk: Our Commitment to Quality and Transparency
Introduction
At TradePlumbing.co.uk, we value transparency and strive to provide high-quality plumbing and heating products. However, we understand that delays in manufacturing and delivery can lead to frustration and negative reviews. In this blog post, we’ll explore the reasons behind these delays, how we handle customer concerns, and why a bad review is not always a reflection of poor service. We hope this transparency helps you understand the complexities of our industry and our commitment to finding solutions that work for you.
Understanding Manufacturing Delays
1. The Reality of UK Manufacturing Manufacturing high-quality hot water cylinders, such as the Gledhill PulsaCoil and thermal store cylinders, is a complex process. UK manufacturers adhere to stringent quality control standards to ensure that every product meets safety and performance
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Posted: May 09, 2024Categories: News
Limescale accumulation on your showerhead is unavoidable if you live in a hard water area. This residue build-up may eventually obstruct your water flow, meaning lower power and a dissatisfying experience.
However, occasionally descaling your showerhead will help with these problems and prevent mould and germs from growing in your shower, leaving your bathroom clean and your day stress-free.
By following TradePlumbings’ simple-to-follow procedures, you can easily describe your shower head and ensure everything functions as it should in your bathroom.
What will I need?
- White Vinegar
- A box large enough to hold your shower head/sandwich bags
- Elastic Bands (if using the sandwich bag option)
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Posted: April 03, 2024Categories: News
Working radiators are paramount to keeping your home warm and comfortable and ensuring the family is happy. We’ve all felt the dread of turning on the heating only to hear the faint ‘drip drip drip’ of water coming from one of our radiators and scouting around the house to find the source; luckily, it need not take a whole heap of time to fix your leaky radiator nor does it always require a professional. So, read on to discover TradePlumbing’s top tips for fixing a leak in your system without worrying about budgeting for costly fixes.
What causes radiators to leak?
Damage to valves: As is expected with anything, wear and tear as things age is part and parcel of living in a property. Damaged seals around your
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Posted: February 21, 2024
With energy bills on the rise and the winter chill firmly set in for the coming months, the experts here at TradePlumbing have conducted a handy guide of tips to stay warm this season.
1) Beat the Draught
Add draught excluders around the bottom of doors, and make sure your window frames and keyholes aren’t letting in the chill by installing draught-proofing strips or silicone around the frames.
Also, make sure you open your curtains during the day to let as much natural light in as possible, adding warmth to your home; just ensure you close them over again before it gets dark to avoid the cold seeping back in.
2) Be Savvy with your Heating
Set your thermostat to 18 degrees when you’re home and turn on the radiators in the rooms you will occupy
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Posted: February 21, 2024Categories: News
As we all wind down from the Christmas festivities and the reality of a wet and windy January sets in, many of us are looking for innovative ways to reduce the costs of our heating bills. Here at TradePlumbing, we believe an excellent way to help reduce the costs of your energy bills this season could be investing in some electric heaters for your home; no longer an ugly white box in your room, we’re confident you’ll find the perfect size and style for your home without compromising your decor or purse strings.
With this in mind, discover our comprehensive buying guide to electric heat sources.
Size
Where you live, the size of your room and the quality of your insulation will all affect the size and wattage of the electric radiators you need. The
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Posted: December 20, 2023Categories: News
When installing your new shower, it can feel like a minefield when deciding on the most suitable enclosure for your space; however— fear not! The experts here at TradePlumbing are happy to chat all things shower and help you get the most out of your bathroom space, whether you desire bi-fold doors, a wet room or a quadrant cubicle.
What is a Shower Enclosure?
Your shower enclosure protects the rest of your bathroom from water and splash marks. They come in many shapes, sizes, and styles,
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