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@blizzardgreen So far as I recall, a vent is only, per regs, required for an above 5kw burner.
I have an electric towel rail. For me, it's the only solution.
I will not EVER buy a car from VAG. Some years ago I had a Passat (diesel) that went in for its annual service the day prior to the end of it's 3 yea...
@editor would it be worth contacting SEPA? They might be able to advise on a similar agency or agencies operating in England. Those pictures are sho...
Blardy excellent post Mr @cathoderay
I hate all AI with a passion. No exceptions. AI will be the death of us. Remember HAL, 2001: A Space Odyssey.
@old_scientist "Therefore, a heat pump with a COP of 4 (easily achievable this time of year)".................. Whaaat! I struggle to get anywhere ...
Would be interested to know what has brought this about. 🤔 😆
@old_scientist I have switched to solar and a heat pump, but retain an oil-fired AGA. "I wonder if prices will be as quick to drop at the back en...
@editor Yes, but.............. we now wait for the overspend to be refunded to confirm that is what has actually been returned.
Allow me to chip in here. Before the Iran strikes kicked off, we decided to top up our oil tank (we have an oil-fired AGA). We ordered and paid for 1...
I'm looking for a cap to replace the TRV. Whilst all of mine downstairs are fully open, I'm given to understand that there is still pressure on the va...
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