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Rutland Gate, Kensington London.<br>Leaking flue repaired by builder. Results of unqualified labourers carrying out gas repairs!

Anyone whoever walked into a pub before the no smoking ban, has got more chance of dying of lung cancer, than asbestos from a Potterton boiler!

I'm inclined to agree with Flameport.. Little or no savings whatsoever, possibly more expensive in the long term. Good insulation is a much better investment. Keep the old Netaheat until it falls off the wall, and kills you. You won't be needing a new boiler then anyway..

A review of my website indicating VCW repairs may be in order... Post Haste!

Indeed, it's heartbreaking to think how many of these good solid boilers have been removed for little or no reason! Especially by British Gas!

With a bit of fine emery cloth, and a drop of silicone grease does a treat..

Ha-ha.. In this economic climate, I spend most of my time trying to dodge the stray bullets, and friendly fire, than mending boilers! Never believe a word they say..

Indeed Tony.. how many times when you ask if there's anything wrong with the boiler when someones requesting a service, do you get a pause, and a list of faults? Par for the course.. Yet another consumer laid IED to diffuse.. Maybe we have enough business to be able to afford to help...

Tell you what 3489, If you're within 15-20 miles of Dartford, either myself, or one of the boys will have a look for free.. It will however cost you a minimum of 2 mugs of coffee (splash of milk 1 sugar) and possibly a side snack.. We won't fix it, but we'll give you a fairly accurate...

Well, probably the most important factor is..... Boiler manufacturers assume the boiler will be fitted to a high specification, and the emphasis or obligation is on the installer to carry out the installation to suit the requirements of the boiler.... which, unfortunately, is not always the...