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Hi! Just to share — I installed a boiling-water tap in my own kitchen recently and it’s been a real game changer. I went with a system similar to the one you saw at Grand Designs — it keeps 2–3 litres at near-boil temperature continuously, ready on demand. For me, it’s proven surprisingly...

That’s almost certainly a corroded pipe union or drain point on the backboiler, and if it’s dripping enough to soak floorboards, the metal is already severely weakened. Do NOT try to tighten it — old Baxi backboiler fittings often shear off when touched. And silicone won’t hold under system...

A hot air system, unlike system boilers, uses ducts and vents to circulate heated air, not water through radiators. These systems, often older, are less common today. Upgrading to a combi boiler could be costly, requiring new pipework and radiators. Hot air systems typically use a separate water...

Swapping a static valve for a TRV in a district heating system requires caution to avoid water loss, especially without isolating the HIU. First, turn off the heating and let radiators cool. Close the lockshield valve (clockwise) and note the turns. Use towels and a container to catch drips...