Category: Guides
Heat Pump vs Gas Boiler: Which Is Better in 2026?
Choosing between a heat pump and gas boiler? Compare running costs, installation, hot water and comfort, then test your own tariff assumptions.
What Size Solar Battery Do I Need? A Practical UK Guide
A bigger home battery is not automatically better. Use the Enerus calculator and practical sizing checks to estimate a sensible capacity from your electricity use, solar surplus and plans for the home.
Do Heat Pumps Need New Radiators? A Practical Guide
Do heat pumps need new radiators? Not always. Learn how a room-by-room heat-loss calculation shows which existing radiators can stay, which may need upgrading and why blanket answers should be treated cautiously.
Boiler Pressure Keeps Dropping? Causes & Safe Checks
If your boiler pressure keeps dropping, repeatedly adding water is not a lasting fix. Learn what different pressure patterns can mean, which checks are safe and when to arrange a professional diagnosis.
What Size Air Source Heat Pump Do I Need?
Heat pump size is not decided by bedroom count or the output of your old boiler. Learn how room-by-room heat loss, North East winter conditions, flow temperature and manufacturer data determine the right kW model.
No Hot Water but Heating Works? What to Check
Your radiators are warm but the taps are cold. Use this practical guide and symptom checker to understand the likely causes, the checks you can make safely and when to book a Gas Safe boiler repair. Featured image filename: no-hot-water-but-heating-works-north-east.png
How Long Does It Take to Replace a Boiler?
A straightforward boiler replacement can often be completed in one day, while conversions and relocations usually take longer. Here is what affects the schedule and what should happen before your heating is switched back on.
Replace an Oil Boiler With a Heat Pump: £9,000 Grant Guide
Oil- and LPG-heated homes without a mains-gas connection may now qualify for £9,000 towards a heat pump. Here is what North East homeowners need to know before making the change.
Can You Use Existing Radiators With a Heat Pump?
You may not need to replace every radiator when fitting a heat pump. This guide explains how a proper room-by-room assessment identifies which radiators can stay, which need upgrading and why flow temperature matters.
How Much Does a New Boiler Cost in the North East in 2026?
A new boiler installation from Enerus starts at £1,799, but the final cost depends on the boiler, property and work involved. Here is what North East homeowners should budget for in 2026.
