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@papahuhu Hi, Yes we do actually strip the systems right down and check fixings, connections and so on. I have listed items before on here but just ...
@majordennisbloodnok its is a good thing. They are also great with their warranty, we have worked with them for 20 years inc AC works and our warran...
The Ecodan is amazing kit, I hope they look after you and you get 30yrs out of it, I know some Ecodans that are running for over 15yrs still and going...
In 10 years time we will have the data to show maintained systems V non maintained but I can tell you roughly, all of the new customers we get for mai...
This is sound as you know what you are doing and as long as its not an R290 system, manufactuer states that a non qualified person should not...
anything you get free is built into the original price, that is a garenteed rule of life in the West.
@downfield I am going to make this response fun as Maintenance / Service talk is boring for me but I think we need to stop saying servicing is a waste...
@l8again I agree fully, so what we would do is offer you an R32 unit or fit the unit in another location. My point last time is if you have absolutely...
@ringi Yep, but doesn't Part P only apply to the electrical aspect and has no baring on the mechanical or gas aspect of the works? Regardless though ...
I wonder if that is because they subcontract the call outs and most if not nearly all ASHP and AC contractors have very limited cover at week...
I still maintain its about risk assessment and justification as there is nothing in Law, just follow the manufacturers guide and place the HP in the m...
@l8again Hahah, this just makes me smile, i wonder how much refrigerant they hold? Also the Haier OEM tumble HP driers were getting recalled for explo...
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