May 6, 2020 | Bathrooms, Boilers, Heating, Kitchen, Landlords, Plumbing, Smart Energy, Water Softeners, Wet Rooms
Smart Heating Thermostat Frequently Asked Questions: Smart Heating Thermostat Compatibility: MPE Plumbing Heating Gas recommends ‘Hive Active Heating’. This product works with the majority of UK Gas central heating systems. Our professional installers are...
Mar 13, 2020 | Gas Safety Register, Heating, Kitchen, Landlords, Plumbing, Smart Energy
What is a Thermostatic radiator valve? (or in the industry – a TRV) From the beginning a Thermostatic radiator valve does not control the boiler; they reduce the flow of water through the radiator which they are fitted to when the temperature goes above a...
Jan 14, 2020 | Boilers, Gas Safety Register, Heating, Hot Water Cylinders, Kitchen, Landlords, Plumbing, Water Softeners, Wet Rooms
What is a MagnaClean? A MagnaClean is a central heating system filter which is capable of capturing virtually 100% of the Magnetite within a system. Magnetite is the official name of system sludge, it’s made up from Iron Oxide the result of a chemical...
Jan 14, 2020 | Boilers, Gas Safety Register, Heating, Hot Water Cylinders, Kitchen, Landlords, Plumbing, Water Softeners, Wet Rooms
Heating Chemical Power Flush A Heating Chemical Power Flush is a chemical process that cleanses your central heating system and removes any elements inside of pipes, such as rust or debris that may be causing it not to work as well. MPE Plumbing Heating...
Oct 2, 2019 | Boilers, Heating, Hot Water Cylinders, Landlords, Plumbing, Smart Energy, Wet Rooms
What is a system boiler? This model works on the principle of stored hot water. It provides heat for your heating system while being able to heat a hot water cylinder (like a Megaflo). This guarantees the simultaneous supply of hot water to all outlets. These type of...
Oct 2, 2019 | Boilers, Gas Safety Register, Heating, Kitchen, Landlords, Plumbing
What is a combination boiler? A combination or ‘combi’ boiler is both a high-efficiency water heater and a central heating boiler in a single compact unit. Combi boilers heat water directly from the mains when you turn on a tap, so you won’t need a...