Last seen: Aug 4, 2025
It will improve performance, but by how much depends on the design of the system. If you are installing SLINKEYS (coiled pipe, not straight pipe runs,...
@prunus, @jamespa is correct, but removing the buffer could possibly halve your heating bill, possibly more. You have admitted that you have no idea ...
@bart That is terrible and a clear breach of the building regulations, and therefore a breach of the law. The CPS is neglecting its duty to you as a m...
@bart Stinks of corruption.
@jamespa Good idea, it will have to be fast, I can get it directly into DESNEZ where it will be heard. I will send a message to @editor now.
@jamespa @editor can you help with some statistics and examples from this platform? It does appear to be illegal and against competition rules. It als...
@jamespa The only thing I can think of is to write to your MP, get them fired up to ask questions, if more questions are asked by those in power to DE...
@bart It's a pleasure. If you need anything else, feel free to ask. You are right about a systemic failure. MCS has failed to deliver on the promise t...
@editor @bart Hi, I can see a few problems with your installation, and possibly why you are getting very low performance levels. It however, very diff...
@sallyl That sounds about right if they are re-filling with glycol, personally I would fill it with water, if you are worried, I would get them to ins...
@majordennisbloodnok I have never installed antifreeze valves or glycol and have never had any damage to any of my customers installations due to fros...
@ecodan-efficiency If you consider £200.00 to £300.00 a year, inconsiderate for a 10 kw system, then maybe, I do not consider that insignificant. Depe...
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