Recent content by Ingo

Of course, That's it! I somehow thought that it couldn't be the TRV because the feed pipes were cold. Amateurs eh... I've read that WD40 and a hammer can release the pin. Is this a good idea? Or will I have to replace the TRV? Many thanks.

I have one cold radiator upstairs. All other radiators come on fine. I have checked the lockshield valve and the TRV are open, but the pipes that feed the rad are cold. When it is bled only cold water comes out. Could this be a blockage? Are there any other checks I can do before I make a call...

Edwardian terrace, single glazed original sashes (recently draughtproofed) to the front. No roof insulation but loft floor insulated to 270mm, minimal draughts elsewhere. Central heating works well and all the rads heat up ok, but they are all sited on the walls adjacent to the window walls...

I am knocking out below an existing edwardian sash window opening in order to install french doors. I have seen some off the shelf doors for a knockdown price, but the frame is about 1 1/2" wider than the outer brick opening. My question is, can the frame be fixed to the inner brick opening...