WPJ Heating

Many homes in Pimlico and Kensington are older properties, so installing a boiler often requires adjusting the system to suit the building. Our Gas Safe engineers here in WPJ Heating know both areas well. We offer boiler installation in Pimlico if you want to upgrade an ageing heating system, as well as send you a qualified plumber in Kensington who can review your current setup and fit a boiler that works properly with it.   We’re also very familiar with the usual questions people have about i nstalling a new boiler in older London homes, and in this blog, we’re answering them.   How much can I expect to pay for a new boiler installation?   In most cases, the most affordable option is to keep the boiler in the same place and replace it with the same type. For instance, if you currently have a combi boiler and you’re swapping it for another combi, the job is usually much simpler and quicker.   In situations like that, prices for boiler installation ...

Plumbing emergencies often happen when you least expect them, so you’ll want to deal with them as soon as possible. If you don’t, even issues like leaks and burst pipes can escalate fast. That’s why it’s best to call a professional plumber who can come to your home at any time   At WPJ Heating, we aim to respond quickly, whether you call a plumber in Earls Court or in Putney.   So how quickly can you expect a plumber in Putney or Earls Court to arrive at your home during an emergency? Here are a few things you should know about response times and the things that can affect how soon a plumber can get to your home.   Understanding response times   In most cases, a local emergency plumber should be able to reach your property within 30 to 60 minutes . That kind of response time allows you to address urgent problems right away, especially in serious situations like burst pipes or gas leaks.   It’s also important to check whether the plumber can r...

If you live in a semi-detached home, your boiler repair needs in Wandsworth can be a little different from those of someone living in a flat or a terraced property. The layout of the house and the age of the heating system can both affect how the boiler performs, especially if your system has been in place for many years. In these homes, you may even notice a few boiler issues that tend to come up more often than others. Here are some of those problems you should know about: Low pressure If the pressure gauge drops below 1, your boiler may struggle to ignite or stop working altogether.   When that happens, it’s a good idea to check around your home for any signs of leaks or damp patches. Take a look at your radiator pipes and any valves connected to the heating system as well. Your boiler can lose pressure for a few different reasons, such as a faulty expansion vessel or small leaks somewhere in the system. In some cases, the pressure can also slowly drop over time with...