LATEST NEWS FROM MPS HEATING

Welcome back to the MPS Heating blog, your local Boiler and heating experts for keeping your Swindon home warm and efficient. This month, we're venturing beyond the simple thermostat to explore a smarter way to manage your home's heating: heating zones and smart controls.
For years, many of us have relied on a single thermostat to dictate the temperature for our entire house. But think about it – does every room in your Swindon home need to be the same temperature all the time? Probably not. This is where the power of heating zones and intelligent controls comes in, offering a more comfortable and cost-effective way to heat your property.

After the success in our last day in the life blog, we have been asked numerous times if that is really what it is like. And Yes, it is.
This month we have recorded what we did on another day last month. Letting you know just how hectic our normal day can be. And when it comes to the warmth that makes a house a home, that reliability rests squarely on the shoulders of MPS Heating. Forget the generic boiler blogs; let's talk about the real, human story of keeping Swindon snug.

Winter is now here in Swindon, and with it, the inevitable rise in energy bills. While we can't control the weather, we can control how efficiently we heat our homes. As experienced heating engineers, we have seen firsthand how small changes can lead to big savings. So, to try and help you save that hard earned money, here are some tips to help you keep warm and cozy without breaking the bank:

​This month we look at heating systems in general and the many issues that we have encountered over the years. Some problems are easy to fix, but there are also many that are not..
Your home's heating consists of many different parts, pipes, valves, thermostats, radiators and of course the boiler. A fault with any of these can cause lack of heat.
You will be pleased to know though, that as experienced heating engineers, MPS heating can identify the fault reasonably quickly and it does not mean a large bill.  
There are specific issues, such as:

Radiator problems:
Cold Spots: This is where the radiator feels patchy with cold areas, particularly at the top. This is usually caused by trapped air in the system. The solution is to bleed the radiator using a radiator key [radiator key]. This is something that the homeowner can do, with the right equipment.

With the weather being so unpredictable in Swindon and Wiltshire, keeping your home warm and toasty is a must. But a boiler breakdown can throw everything into disarray. While most issues require professional attention from Gas Safe Engineers such as ourselves there are some common boiler problems can be addressed by DIY-savvy homeowners. This month we look at some of the most common problems and their potential fixes: