Merseyside Heating & Plumbing Blog

There’s some jobs in and around your bathroom that you could decide to put off from sorting out – but a leaking shower should never be one of them. Unlike a relatively minor problem such as a dripping tap, a leaking shower – or bath, for that matter – requires immediate attention, in most cases from an emergency plumber.In many cases, this type of problem is caused by movement in the fitting, meaning your first task should be to ensure that the fittings are secure and there is little movement. If you are unsure, it’s always better to be safe than sorry and call out a professional to give it a once-over. In the case of leaking baths, the material your tub is made from will make a difference when it comes to working out the best course of action. With a steel bath, you can remove the bath panel and secure to the wall through the under-hanging bath lip. You should also check that the feet are screwed firmly to the base.If you’ve got a plastic bath, then you will need a number of materials to secure your bath. First you’ll need to get hold of some timber supports , which will need to be plugged and screwed to the end of the bath. Each support will need plenty of strong construction glue to fix it to the wall.If securing the shower or bath doesn’t stem the leak then the problem is likely to be more complex and it may be time to call in a professional. If you haven’t got the right type of insurance, this could be a costly thing to do –just getting a tradesman out and into your home usually incurs a fee. Then there’s the labour, parts and unforeseen costs to think about. Before you know it, that small leak around your shower or bath could have turned into a major headache – in more ways than one.On the other hand, getting plumbing insurance will mean that you don’t have to worry about the size of the bill, as it will be covered by your monthly premiums. For many households, this is offering peace of mind at a time when they need it most. With the cost of living rising, few of us can afford a hefty plumbing repair bill at the moment – which is why getting plumbing cover could be the smartest thing you’ll do all year.

We are Specialist Under Floor Heating Instaaler in Liverpool Merseyside.

Below is some of Reason why Wet Underfloor Heating systems are Superior to Radiators, better heat output, cost less to run at a lower allr ound temperature.

here are just a few benefits of underfloor heating versus conventional radiator heating:-

• Underfloor heating means you can enjoy constant warmth in your rooms
• Conventional radiator systems create heat that rises upwards before descending to the floor; this makes the head feel hot and stuffy while your feet remain cold
• Underfloor heating will not circulate foreign air particles (dust) around the room so reduces the symptoms for allergy sufferers
• Underfloor heating is more energy efficient, saves space, and is healthier
• Underfloor heater requires a lower temperature so your heating bills will be reduced -
  SAVING YOU MONEY!

Benefits of Warm Water Underfloor Heating

Warm water underfloor heating works with any heat source that produces warm water. Since warm water is much cheaper to produce than hot water the result in fuel savings is at least 30%. However, the efficiency of a warm water system is slightly higher than an electric system because with warm water floor heating, the boiler water temperature can be set to a relatively low temperature whereas with an electric system, overall efficiency is lower because electricity must be generated.

The most notable benefit is that heating water through the boiler is far more cost effective than heating with electricity. With domestic fuel bills forever rising, this means that your warm water floor heating will save you a small fortune compared with electric underfloor heating since your bills will be further reduced.

What room(s) can be heated with underfloor heating?

We have the heating solution to suit any room, floor construction and any floor type that requires underfloor heating.

As a general idea, you can install underfloor heating into your bathroom, bedroom, conservatory, dining room, extension, garage conversion, hallway, kitchen, living room / lounge, loft conversion, renovation, shower room, study, utility room - pretty much anywhere you can think of that needs invisible, efficient and effective heating!

What type(s) of floor constructions can be used with underfloor heating?

Our warm water underfloor heating solutions are compatible with all types of floor construction, including screed and solid floors, suspended joist floors and timber floor types - read more about our floor solutions. We also offer a large range of panel solutions that allow installation of the system over the floor surface.

What type(s) of floor covering can be used with underfloor heating?

Our warm water underfloor heating systems are compatible with almost all types of floor covering, including carpeted floors, wood flooring, tiles, ceramic floors, vinyl floors and plastic flooring.

What type(s) of heat sources can be used with underfloor heating?

Our warm water underfloor heating works with any heat source that produces warm water. Warm water is much cheaper to produce than hot water - resulting in fuel savings of at least 30%. The most common heat sources now available in the UK are High efficiency Gas and Oil boilers which can be used in the most economical condensing mode all of the time.

• Oil Central heating boilers
• Gas central heating boilers
• Wood Pellet
• Biomass
• Wood burners
• Solar
• Rayburns and Agas
• Heat pumps: Ground , Water and Air source

What are the boiler/heat source requirements?

Sizing of the heat source to the Under floor heating should be undertaken by a competent heating engineer who holds a current Energy efficiency certificate. There are many factors involved in sizing the appliance not just the under floor outputs.

All buildings that have been constructed or upgraded to current building standards should only require 50 watts/m². Therefore to find the required output for your boiler Multiply the Total floor areas x 0.05 + 10% for margin + Domestic hot water requirement.

Unless full heat loss calculations have been commissioned, Wundafloor calculates the floor outputs to Harmonised European Standard BS EN 1264-2 and in most types of floor construction exceeds the 50W/m². For example solid floors with ceramic tiles, at 45°C mean water temperature, 200mm pipe spacing’s, 20°C air temp will produce 115 w/m².

 If you want State of The Art Underfloor Heating System call MHP Merseyside Heating and Plumbing Now on 0151 281 6885 or email inof@merseysideheatingplumbing.co.uk with your requirements.

 We Can Supply and Fit a Underfloor Heating System including Manifold, Grundfoss Pump, all Valves, 20 Meters of Pipework all for £1595 all Guaranteed

MHP Merseyside Heating and Plumbing has many satisfied Customers throughout the region. Heres is a lot of reviews for our Plumbers from satisfied Customers;

• Move radiator

  Plumbing

   

  First class friendly service to move a radiator. The job was done quiclky and efficiently by Dave with no mess.
  Also, advice was given on the system we already have which was very helpful.
  Would certainly recommend to anyone and would use again.

  lesley_63 - 24^th Jul, 2010Positive

• Landlords Gas Cert

  Gas Installation

   

  Dave turned up on early after letting me know, did the job quickly, and left the place tidy.

  A credit to his trade, and I would gladly use him again.

  Excellent job.

  merwiz - 22^nd Jun, 2010Positive

• Replacement of Boiler

  Gas Installation

   

  Merseyheating did what they agreed to do in a very tight timeframe set by my work commitments. The price and the result was very good. David was very informative and enthusiastic.
  I would recommend Merseyheating for Gas Installation.

  phinbox - 11^th May, 2010Positive

• Move gas meter from sitting room to entrance hallway

  Gas Installation

   

  Dave from Merseyside Heating & Plumbing got in touch about my listed job right away and after providing the best quote he then came out the following day on time and did the job at the weekend which was brilliant so I didn’t have to take time off work.

  I’m really pleased with the work done and it was even cheaper than quoted so I certainly only got charged for the work that actually needed to be done - on top of this he showed me his ‘Gas Safe’ identification card which proved his credentials and professional qualifications and so I feel safe in the knowledge that everything was done professionally to a really high standard.

  Needless to say I would recommend Merseyside Heating & Plumbing - they are the genuine real deal - honest and trustworthy and I will getting them in again to fit an instant hot water boiler so that I can get rid of the hot water tank and have more space in my bathroom.

  prestwich - 18^th Apr, 2010Positive

• New boiler to replace baxi back boiler.

  Heating & Cooling

   

  I received several quotes from this site but I feel I made the right choice with this company; they were one of the cheapest and also took me through the boiler scrappage scheme from start to finish. They also were one of the few that actually seemed to know what they were talking about. A few
  I was very pleased with the workmanship and professionalism of Dave and Jim. They made it clear exactly what was required and worked non stop for two days; they seem to get all their energy and sustenance from drinking copious amounts of tea!! They left the house just as clean as they found it and the work was neat and tidy.

  There was a slight problem with a bit of trapped air in one of the radiators but they were good to there word and came back to resolve the problem so I was also very pleased with the after service. I have already recommended them to friends and would have no hesitation in employing their services in future.

  Mr Allport
  Huyton.

  pigletti99 - 6^th Apr, 2010Positive

• Central heating

  Plumbing

   

  I phoned Dave at 0930 am in the morning and by the afternoon following this call I had everything in working order and most of all he took time to explain how things worked on the boiler (recently had just bought this house).

  The service by this company was spot on and I would recommend them both for their ability and their informal attitude .

  hambits - 19^th Jan, 2010Positive

• Central heating system flushing

  Heating & Cooling

   

  merseyheatingplumbin has been hired for this job.
  No feedback has been left yet.

  alanpeo - 17^th Jan, 2010

2 References

• Positive Client Reference taken by MyBuilder

  Heating & Cooling

   

  David came highly recommended by a friend who had used Merseyside Heating & Plumbing for new a Boiler and Bathroom Suite. I found David and his company to be very efficient and helpful. he was tidy as they worked and pleasant. About one week after they had installed my new boiler Dave called to check everything was okay which was a first by a tradesman. Would definatly recommend and will always use them again.

  Client Reference

• Positive Client Reference taken by MyBuilder

  Plumbing

   

  David changed my old boiler for a new Comi boiler, throughout the whole work he was very organised, clean and pleasant, he gave the cheapest quote and i was very surprised by the high standard work he did. I would highly recommend him to anyone

  Client Reference

Merseyside Heating and Plumbing can provide Gas Central Heating grants of £300 for over 60’s for both Boiler Installations or repairs in Liverpool Merseyside.

 We can assist with Boiler Heating Grants, Central Heating and Boiler Repair Grants call or visit www.merseysideheatingplumbing.co.uk

We are Liverpool Plumbers and Heating Engineers who can provide planned Central Heating Maintenance from only £15 per month .

 Our MHP Website www.merseysideheatingplumbing.co.ukcovers everything from New Gas Central Heating Installations in Liverpool,Boiler Repairs Liverpool, Combi Boiler Breakdown repairs, Bathroom suite installations in Liverpool,Plumbers and Plumbing in Liverpool.

For all Plumbing, Gas Central Heating, and Gas Boiler needs call MHP on 0151 281 6885 or visit our website www.merseysideheatingplumbing.co.uk

MHP can provide Emergency Boiler Repairs and Installtion in Liverpool, Merseyside at very short notice.

Whatever your needs whether it be a Combi Breakdown, Fire Installation on Landlords Gas Safety Certificate www.merseysideheatingplumbing.co.uk are the company to call.

 Merseyside Heating and Plumbing are all  Gas Safe Registered Engineers, we are a Professional reputable Business, so much so we are now even approved by the UK Government for Warmfront Grant Heating Installations!

All over 60’s can receive a £300 Cash Grant on a Replacement High Efficency Boiler Installation or Broke Boiler Repair also.

So what ever you need Gas, Heating, Boilers, Bathroom, Plumbing work Call us Now on 0151 281 6885 or 07832 335 668 or visit or website www.merseysideheatingplumbing.co.uk

Hi and welcome to the new MHP Merseyside Heating and Plumbing Blog.

The purpose of the blog is to keep Plumbing and Gas consumers in Merseyside updated with things in Heating & Plumbing that they need to know for there continued Gas Safety! We will do this through news and views on this blog and website www.merseysideheatingplumbing.co.uk  from various Heating & Gas Engineers, new from Gas Safe Register- which replace Corgi, all Gas Engineers must be Gas Safe Registered www.gassaferegister.co.ukto practice on anything to do with Gas Work in the United Kingdom whether its a 1metre pipe or a new Gas Fire or Boiler Installation.

 The reason for Engineers needing to be Registered is to Audit them and there work- basically and good, legal engineer would be! Only incompetent are not, these are the “cowboys” whose awful work can and has resulted in deaths in the UK of Carbon Monoxide poisoning. Gas Appliance are very complexed they need correctly measured,sized and installed pipework and flues to remove the products of combustion safely and to avoid CO Poisoning, there are also many Gas Safety Devices such as solenoid valves, relay valves, overheat thermostats and only a proper Gas Safe Engineer will check that these are working as they should.

Protect yourself and family by always using a professional Gas Safe Registers Installer such as ourselves www.merseysideheatingplumbing.co.uk for you Gas Installation, Service and Maintenance work.

 Feel free to call us for info or a quotation at anytime.

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Based in Liverpool, M.H.P Merseyside Heating and Plumbing provides Heating, Plumbing And Gas Installations across Merseyside.

From Complete Gas Central Heating Installations to Boiler Swaps and Repairs, all GAS Work from Cookers, Fires, Boilers.

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