JJS Gas & Heating

Your gas boiler plays a pivotal role in your home's comfort and well-being. Yet, its optimal performance requires a little care and attention once a year. Annual servicing is the key to maintaining efficiency, ensuring safety, and extending the lifespan of your boiler. Let's get into the essential reasons why you shouldn't skip your annual boiler service.  1. Safety First: A Thorough Inspection Matters A basic boiler service is a bit like a car 'MOT'; the appliance will be checked, and performance gets scrutinised.  Safety is paramount when it comes to gas appliances. During an annual service, qualified engineers conduct a comprehensive inspection, including an 'FGA' or flue gas analysis. This ensures the safe and efficient operation of your boiler by checking for potential issues such as leaks, blockages, or malfunctions that could lead to carbon monoxide leaks—a silent and dangerous threat. 2. Enhancing Energy Efficiency Annual servicing isn't just abo...

Are black spots and mould plaguing areas in your home? Condensation, mould, and mildew can turn a comfortable living space into an unhealthy environment. Understanding the root causes and following proper heating and ventilation practices are crucial steps to maintaining a warm, dry, mould-free home. Condensation occurs when warm air comes into contact with cold surfaces- like walls and windows. This leads to the conversion of water vapour in the air into liquid water on surfaces. Whilst condensation alone isn’t problematic, dampness caused by too much condensation can lead to mould growth on walls, ceilings and furniture. Both mould and mildew are types of fungi that thrive in damp and humid environments. Mould around the home is not only unsightly and damaging, it can also pose health risks , especially for people with respiratory issues. If you’re suffering from mould and mildew making an appearance in your home, you should ensure that the affected areas are thoroughly cleaned and t...

At JJS Gas and Heating, we work with a broad range of boilers, but when it comes to brand new installations, the  Vaillant ecoTEC Plus Remastered  is top of our list when it comes to the latest boiler options in the market.    Our CEO, Brent Songhurst said, ‘In my opinion, Vaillant really are up there with the best. They offer a mid-range boiler which has been really popular with our clients due to its compact size, warranty length and competitive price in the market. However, the ecoTEC plus range has that extra cutting edge. It always has been a great, reliable boiler, but I really believe the new Remastered range is next level. I have it in my own home, with the smart mobile app ‘MyVaillant Connect’ and Senso Room thermostat.  In the autumn we had over 105% efficiency! Compared to an old system or boiler, you should notice a considerable drop in heating and hot water bills!’ Built using the latest technology, the Vaillant ecoTEC Plus Remastered is an excellen...

At JJS Gas & Heating , we're often asked by our customers for ways they can make their heating systems perform in a more cost effective and energy efficient way. Whilst unfortunately we can't avoid the fact that utility rates are on the rise, we can provide some helpful considerations and adaptations that may save you money without forfeiting on comfort. Reduce Shower Time  As much as some of us may love a long, hot shower, the time we spend showering can have a significant impact on overall bills. Taking shorter showers can not only help to reduce your water bill, but also your gas and electric too! Check Your Radiator Temperature What is your radiator temperature set to? Some boilers can heat up to 75/80 degrees C flow temperature, but lowering this will not actually affect how hot your home gets. We recommend you set your flow temperature to a maximum 60 degrees C. Over the course of a 12 month period or a 6 month autumn and winter stretch, you could save a considerable...