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I have a 20yr old Potterton netaheat conventional boiler which needs updating. I am considering a non combi condensing Vaillant or Baxi replacement to fit existng installation supply pipes. What would be a fair price for a typical instal, if I supplied the boiler from an internet or local...

Thanks guys.

I wouldn't say sexy, but as the actress said to the Bishop 'two are better than one'

OK Thanks. It seems the vote goes for a proper pruning saw. Certainly cheaper and safer than a chain saw.. I like my legs.

Will do that. Thanks

OK Thanks, I must admit that after looking at all the powered options I did see various hand pruning saws today, which seem to have a very fierce cut. These shrubs of mine are very tangled at the base but it might be worth a tenner to try one first !!

Hi, I need advice from users of the various types of garden saws. I have an overgrown garden with old fruit trees and large shrubs, which all need taking out or severe pruning. I have used a bow saw to cut off the easy bits but I am left with the larger branches and difficult low gound shrub...

OK thanks for your help, just wondered about 'no gain without pain.'

Ah So !! Thanks for that.. so it's not a problem with 'conventional condensing' boilers then, regardless of type of exchanger. I've been searching the Vaillant site and referals thereof. I don't fancy a combi boiler anyway so hopefully won't have that problem. Thanks

Following my earlier post about Condensing boilers and during my research, I came across comments that stainless steel heat exchangers, whilst being better then copper, were liable to scaling. I appreciate that any boiler will be susceptible to scale and sludge but the term 5 yrs was mentioned...

OK.. from my quick search on the net and reading some reviews, I did sort of notice some reference to scaling of the heat exchanger in stainless steel types, with Vaillant suggesting theirs should last 5 years ???? Is this scaling a problem that's built in ? Does it mean a major expense...

Thanks, my last update was overtaken by last reply. Thanks again guys, I'll check out prices, cos they seem a little pricey, but that is not really a problem for a top quality unit.

Thanks guys.. I'll sus out the Vaillant. Update.. OK, I looked at their website and a few reviews online. Lots of different models.. whats main difference between 4 and 6 series? I need same amount of power as my original .

I have a Potterton Neta heat boiler some 20+ yrs old, serving a fully pumped conventional radiator system, which BGas say they cannot reliably repair cos parts are no longer in stock. I also appreciate that this old style boiler is very innefficient. SO, I want to replace it for a modern Gas...

enuf said I think.. I rest my case. Thanks to those who offered advice. THe issue is, "that many people will spend the Easter weekend covering up their loft cabling, not appreciating the hidden danger of going green". Hopefully those that read this are now wiser and safer as a result.

Thanks for your very helpfull and useful advice.. are you Polish?

Sorry, no offence meant BUT.. £750 .Don't be so TOUCHY.. the gravy train is about to end soon. When I go to Poland to have my crowns fixed at 1/3rd price here then It will pay me to bring back a plumber and electrician to rebuild my house. I always liked the Polish. Wait till u need falsies...

Yeah.. I've been thru that on a previous post. I have so far been quoted upto £750 to lnclude bonding etc.... anyone know a Polish electrician cos our boys are out of order on price... and will catch a cold soon !!!

Thanks.. thats why I asked the question. I am about to update my CU so presumambly I should consider running new cables to the cooker and shower.. but wot about all the original wiring that runs along the woodwork etc that will all be buried. Are there any specific regs about this ???

Hi, I have a bungalow and Thinking about getting greener and the need to update loft insulation to recommended 10". How does this affect any electric cabling that will be buried, especially cooker and shower cables, light fittings etc etc.