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The questions we get asked on the doorstep every week, written down properly. Useful whether you end up calling us or not.
What a new boiler actually costs in 2026 — and what changes the price
Fitted prices range from about £1,800 to £4,500, and the difference usually isn't the boiler. Here's what pushes a quote up, what's fair, and where you can safely save.
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Seven ways to cut your heating bill that don't cost anything
Before you spend money on kit, there's an afternoon's worth of free adjustments most homes have never had done. Flow temperature is the big one.
How does a heat pump actually work?
No fire, no flue, no fuel — and somehow more heat out than electricity in. The whole thing explained without the jargon, starting with your fridge.
Is a heat pump right for a normal West Midlands house?
Not every home is a good candidate, and plenty of installers won't tell you that. An honest look at what has to be true before it makes sense.
Boiler making a noise? What each sound usually means
Kettling, banging, gurgling, dripping. A quick guide to telling the harmless from the "ring someone today", and roughly what each one costs to fix.
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