Heating Advice

Straightforward, jargon-free guidance to help you look after your heating system and make confident decisions about servicing, repairs and upgrades. Written and checked by Blue Flame’s own heating engineers.

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The Big Switch-On: is your boiler ready for autumn?

The Big Switch-On: is your boiler ready for autumn? The leaves are changing colour, the days are shorter and there’s a suspicious chill creeping into the house. This can only mean one thing: the great British tradition of The Big Switch-On is upon us. Key takeaways The leaves are changing, the evenings are getting […]
New Boiler Payment Options: Flexible Payment Plans and Grants

What Does a New Boiler Actually Cost? Key takeaways Before exploring flexible payment plans and other ways to pay, it helps to understand how much a new boiler is likely to cost. Most UK homeowners pay somewhere between £2,000 and £4,500 for a new boiler installation. The final figure depends on the type of […]
Oil vs Heat Pump vs Gas Boiler: Which Heating System Suits Cornwall Homes?

For Cornwall homeowners, choosing the right heating system depends on the property, budget, insulation and whether the home is connected to the gas grid. Oil, gas and air source heat pumps all have different benefits, with heat pumps offering a potential long-term alternative for many off-grid and well-insulated homes, particularly with government funding available. Key takeaways Choosing a heating system is one of the biggest decisions you can make as a […]
Boiler Installation Cost: What Should You Expect to Pay?

How Much Does a New Boiler Cost? Key takeaways How Much Does a New Boiler Cost? If you’re planning to replace your boiler, one of the first things to understand is how much it’s likely to cost and why prices can vary so much between homes. While most UK households will pay somewhere in […]

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Getting the most from your heating system

A well-maintained heating system is safer, cheaper to run and less likely to let you down in winter. Most manufacturers and warranty providers recommend an annual service, carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer, to check for wear, leaks and efficiency issues before they become bigger problems.

If your system is over 10-15 years old, or you’re seeing signs like rising energy bills, cold spots on radiators or the boiler needing frequent resets, it’s worth getting an engineer’s opinion on repair versus replacement. In many cases a repair is the right call, but where a system is genuinely at the end of its life, a modern, more efficient replacement can pay for itself over time.

If anything feels wrong – unusual smells, noises or a pilot light that won’t stay lit – it’s always safest to get it looked at rather than wait.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Still got questions about your heating? Take a look at our most common questions or talk to us if you need more help.

We work with any and all recognised boiler brands.

If your boiler is no longer working, leaking, or over 15 years old, it will most likely need replacing.

It depends whether any faults are discovered, but you can generally expect it to last 1 hour.

On average a combi boiler swap or system boiler replacement will take 1.5 days, depending on the flue configuration. A vertical flue installation will add half a day more. And a system boiler to combi boiler swap will take approximately 3 days.

All of our pricing is bespoke. Contact our team who can provide prices or arrange a survey for a quote.

Our team is available for emergency repairs 24/7, 365 days of the year.

This depends on a few variables, but we always aim to get to you as quickly as we can.