Recent content by adamson342

Great, thanks for this. I will give it a try and let you know how things go. Thanks again S

Thanks this is all really helpful. It's currently set to 3 -- what does that suggest? S

Got it, thanks. You're right it's an open system with a water tank and does have a problem of having air in the system (apparently the tanks aren't high enough above the boiler -- I'm in a flat). So just one question -- could this noise be air alone or does the pump definitely need...

Hi Scarum, thanks. Yes, seems to be pumping round the system as far as I can tell. Would a duff bearing mean a complete replacement of the pump? Any idea what cost would be reasonable? Thanks, Sam

Dear all, Please could anyone suggest what might be making my central heating pump rattle like this? I am very happy to supply more details if required. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_FLB_cfQXBs&list=UUw0AU4hFL2wwbKhTxG1c-fg Best, Sam

You're right, I don't know. Just getting some ball-park figures to see if this is something I can afford to proceed with. If I do, of course I'll have to get someone out to conduct a proper inspection before getting a written quotation.

No, I haven't been in any of the other flats. The company I spoke to weren't too worried about the other flats as each fires seems to have its own dedicated flue. They just said they would need access to the other flats to cover their fireplaces during installation to stop soot etc falling out...

For info, I called this company http://www.chimneycare.co.uk/ who gave me the following details: For an open fire, the existing metal flue would have to come out; chimney swept; gas terminal removed; full lining of flue, access to other flats on day of installation; installed externally from...

You're right -- there is a gas supply pipe that's been disconnected. Can anybody recommend a chimney expert that covers SW London? Thanks again for the advice.

Thanks very much for all the advice. I had a first proper look last night. Most of the fireplace had been blocked up by the previous tenants (presumably it was drafty). Once I removed everything I discovered a flexible metal pipe hanging down, maybe 4-5" in diameter. It looked like there was...

Ah, I see. There is one open fire in the main room, and two others that have been completely covered up. I will stick my head into the open one to have a look when I'm home. Will report back.

Dear big-all, Thanks for your reply. This is the first place I have owned so I'll have lots of questions for the forum! Regarding this question, I suspect that it's very likely that some of the fireplaces above me will have been covered up. How is this likely to affect things? Presumably...

Dear all, Can anybody offer any advice on the below please? -- I have just bought a leasehold ground floor flat in London. -- The building is a converted Victorian terrace split into three, so I have two separate flats above me. -- I really want to be able to use the chimney for an...