by kylebarr | Jul 29, 2026 | Advice & News
Short answer: no—Scotland has not introduced a general ban on replacing a gas boiler in an existing home. Rules for new buildings have changed, and the Scottish Government has a long-term target to decarbonise heating, but those are not the same as an immediate...
by kylebarr | Jul 29, 2026 | Advice & News
Funding can reduce the upfront cost of a heat pump, but the order of the survey, application and installation matters. This guide summarises the live Home Energy Scotland position checked on 29 July 2026 and the questions a West Lothian homeowner should answer before...
by kylebarr | Jul 29, 2026 | Advice & News
A burst pipe can release a large amount of water in minutes. Acting calmly can limit damage while you arrange a repair. This West Lothian checklist covers the immediate steps most householders can take without attempting unsafe plumbing or electrical work. 1. Turn off...
by kylebarr | Jul 29, 2026 | Advice & News
A radiator that stays cold at the bottom usually has a circulation problem, but it does not automatically mean the whole system needs a power flush. The pattern, the number of affected radiators and the condition of the heating water all help identify the right fix....
by kylebarr | Jul 29, 2026 | Advice & News
Boiler pressure that keeps dropping is a symptom, not a repair. It can follow something simple such as bleeding a radiator, but repeated pressure loss can also point to a leak, a pressure-relief problem or a fault inside the appliance. This guide explains the safe...
