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All about Megaflo Unvented Cylinders 18 Nov 2021 Today, UK homeowners and property owners have access to a wider range of water heating technologies than ever before. There are traditional vented systems that feed hot water via gravity. There are thermal stores that can double as heating systems. And then there are unvented water cylinders – the fastest-growing... Read more
Critical Tips to Help You Save Energy with Your Unvented Cylinder 27 Aug 2021 Your unvented cylinder provides you with a reliable source of hot water for all your bathing and washing needs. Life without access to hot water on demand would be unthinkable, and certainly less than ideal. However, that water cylinder requires energy to heat water, and that costs money. While you can’t eliminate those costs entirely, there are ways to make your cylinder more efficient, reducing energy consumption and your bill at the same time. Read more
Dealing with a Lack of Hot Water Pressure on an Unvented Cylinder 11 Aug 2021 When you open the hot tap, you expect to have a mains pressure stream of heated water. However, what if you were to open the tap and only a drizzle came out? Dealing with a lack of hot water pressure with an unvented cylinder can be daunting, but while only certified professionals should handle repairs and service, there are... Read more
Is Your Water Cylinder a Threat to Other Tenants? 27 Jul 2021 We tend to think of the equipment within our homes as only affecting us and our experiences. However, for apartment dwellers and landlords, that is not the case. A single faulty piece of equipment could affect not just the flat in which it is installed, but adjacent tenants, as well. This is particularly true of water cylinders. What... Read more
Why Is My Water Not Getting Hot Enough? 23 Jul 2021 Modern technology is wonderful. It enables us to live much more comfortably than our ancestors could ever have imagined. One of the most important conveniences so integral to modern life is the availability of hot water with the turn of a tap. In the past, heating water required burning wood or coal and lots of time, and it was... Read more
Understanding the Benefits of Unvented Hot Water Cylinders 21 Jul 2021 Is it time to replace your aging water heater? Perhaps you’re building a new home and comparing your options. Whatever the case, there are many benefits available with unvented hot water cylinders. In this post, we will explore what you should know to make an informed decision. Mains Pressure at All Taps Vented hot water... Read more
What to Know If Your Unvented Water Cylinder Is Losing Pressure and Flow 1 Jul 2021 The entire point of an unvented hot water cylinder is to provide mains pressure water at every tap in the home. If yours is not doing that, it indicates that there is something wrong. However, the problem might not lie with the water heater. Below, we’ll discuss some of the most common causes of an unvented water cylinder... Read more
Timer or No Timer? A Guide to Saving Money and Energy with Your Unvented Water Cylinder 25 Jun 2021 If you have an unvented hot water cylinder, you know just how beneficial it can be. There’s no variance in hot water pressure or flow from tap to tap, and no need to install the cylinder at the top of the home, either. However, you might still have questions about how to get the most out of your system, such as whether or not you should use a programmer or timer on the immersion heater power supply. Read more
The Importance of Servicing Your Unvented Water Cylinder 23 Jun 2021 If you own an unvented water cylinder, you know the benefits it can offer over old, vented style cylinders. You get mains pressure water at the taps, have no need to store the cylinder in the attic, and so much more. However, it is crucial that you have your unvented cylinder serviced regularly. Why is that? Efficiency Your water... Read more
Not Servicing Your Unvented Hot Water Cylinder? You Could Be in for a Premature Replacement 16 Jun 2021 Today’s unvented hot water cylinders are technologically advanced. They benefit from new alloys used to manufacture the cylinder body. Improved component design offers better reliability and operability over time. New materials make gaskets and valves last much longer than ever before. However, for all that, they... Read more
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