FAQ's - Technical

What heating equipment in my home am I responsible for?
We’re responsible for operating and maintaining the energy centre and equipment that brings heating and hot water into your home’s central heating equipment...
Fri, 14 Feb, 2020 at 4:38 PM
How often will you inspect and service my HIU and heat meter?
We'll inspect and service your HIU and heat meter at least once every 24 months. You can find a sticker on the front of your HIU which shows the date th...
Fri, 14 Feb, 2020 at 4:41 PM
Will you need access to my home to inspect and service the HIU and heat meter?
Yes, we'll need access to your home to inspect and service your HIU and heat meter at least once every 24 months. You can find a sticker on the front of...
Fri, 14 Feb, 2020 at 4:42 PM
My hot water is only lukewarm, what should I do?
As the outdoor temperature varies, the energy centre that produces your heating and hot water is designed to adapt so that is works in the most energy effic...
Thu, 11 Feb, 2021 at 4:28 PM
What do you class as an emergency?
We class an emergency as: Serious water losses or leaks from the heat network causing damage to your home or communal areas and/or posing a health and saf...
Fri, 14 Feb, 2020 at 5:02 PM
No heating - what should I do?
We work hard to make sure your heating and hot water is constantly available to you, but every now and then, things can go wrong. Sometimes though, it’s e...
Tue, 15 Dec, 2020 at 12:27 PM
Problems with your heating or hot water?
If you experience any problems with your heating or hot water we recommend you start by the following the below steps:   In most circumstances if th...
Fri, 22 Jan, 2021 at 2:32 PM
Can I turn my hot water off using the thermostat?
No. Any hot water which you use in your kitchen for washing up or in your bathroom is supplied instantaneously from your HIU. Whilst you may see an opti...
Wed, 7 Oct, 2020 at 8:08 AM
Why do my radiators take so long to heat up?
Your radiators have a flow limiting device installed inside them. This means they will a while to heat up, and won't ever be piping hot, but once they d...
Wed, 2 Dec, 2020 at 2:29 PM
Why isn't the water in my bathroom as hot as the water in my kitchen?
The hot water at your kitchen sink will always be hotter than the water in your bathroom.  The water at your kitchen sink is set to 55 degrees, whereas ...
Fri, 13 Nov, 2020 at 4:11 PM