Hard water is a common problem across many parts of Hampshire and the wider South of England. It contains naturally occurring minerals, mainly calcium and magnesium, which are harmless to drink but can create significant problems for plumbing and hot-water systems. Over time, these minerals form limescale. That scale can build up inside pipes, on […]
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When an Older Boiler Is Still Worth Looking After – 20 Years of Regular Servicing
There is something satisfying about returning to a boiler you installed 20 years ago and finding it still doing the job it was designed to do. This Radiant boiler was installed by The GHS Group around two decades ago, and we have continued to look after and service it ever since. Radiant boilers are now […]
Read MoreSpeedfit Pipework in Loft Spaces: Brilliant When Installed Correctly, Expensive When It Isn’t
Modern plastic push-fit pipework has made plumbing installation far easier in many homes. Systems such as Speedfit can be particularly useful in loft voids, tight roof spaces, and difficult-to-reach areas, where running rigid copper pipe can be awkward, time-consuming, and sometimes impractical. But as we found on a recent call-out, the convenience of push-fit pipework […]
Read MoreCommercial Kitchen Gas Interlocks: Why Air Pressure Switches Must Never Be Linked Out
During a recent routine commercial catering call-out, we found something that should immediately raise concern: an air pressure switch on a commercial catering gas interlock that had been linked out. To some people, this may look like a small wiring shortcut. In reality, it can remove one of the key safety functions designed to protect […]
Read MoreBecoming a UK Domestic Gas Engineer: The Real Tool Investment Nobody Talks About
Becoming a qualified UK domestic gas engineer is not just about passing your training, building a portfolio, completing ACS assessments and getting onto the Gas Safe Register. That is only part of the journey. One of the biggest shocks for new engineers is the cost of tools. When you are training, you often work alongside […]
Read MoreQuick summer heating tip from The GHS Group
Why You Should Run Your Heating Briefly During the Summer Most homeowners do not think about their central heating system during the summer. The heating is off, the weather is warmer, and the boiler is mainly being used for hot water. However, leaving your heating system untouched for months can sometimes lead to problems when […]
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