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Boiler advice, in plain English

Costs, problems and buying advice from Dan, a Gas Safe engineer. The questions customers ask us every week, answered properly.

  • A homeowner looking up at the boiler in her kitchen cupboard to check the pressure

    Problems6 min read

    Why is my boiler losing pressure?

    Most pressure loss comes from water escaping the system somewhere. Here's how to find out where, what you can safely check yourself, and when it needs an engineer.

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  • A couple at their kitchen table weighing up the cost of a new boiler on a laptop

    Costs6 min read

    How much does a new boiler cost in 2026?

    A like-for-like combi swap usually lands somewhere between £2,000 and £3,500 fitted. Here's what moves the price, and what a fair quote should include.

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  • An engineer checking the inside of a boiler during its annual service

    Maintenance6 min read

    How often should a boiler be serviced?

    Once a year is the answer for almost every gas boiler. Here's what a service covers, why your warranty probably depends on it, and what landlords need on top.

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  • An engineer talking a homeowner through repair or replace options beside the kitchen boiler

    Problems6 min read

    Should I repair or replace my boiler?

    Age, parts, repeat breakdowns and running costs all point one way or the other. Here's how a Gas Safe engineer weighs it up, including when a repair is the right call.

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