Many people may be unaware of the hardness of the water in their homes, despite the impact it is having on their day-to-day lives. From the appearance of your drinking glasses in your cupboards and the suds in your washing machine to how your skin feels after washing your hands or having a shower, these […]
Are you tired of listening to the incessant sound of your toilet constantly running water? Not only is it irritating, but it’s wasting precious water and increasing your water bill. In fact, the BBC reported that 400 million litres of water are estimated to leak from UK toilets every day. In this article, our experts […]
Is your central heating system ready for the change in seasons? Corrosion of pipes and radiators that create a “dirty” system can reduce its efficiency. As well as increasing heating bills, this can result in boiler problems that eventually cause it to break down. Regular central heating maintenance by a Gas Safe-registered engineer will help […]
Millions of people in the UK live in hard water areas, and most of them put up with the issues it causes. Plumbing pipes and central heating systems can block up with limescale deposits, and skin can feel dry and itchy after a shower or bath. But what’s the solution? If you live in a […]
Water pressure in your home can mean the difference between a gentle trickle and a powerful jet. Low pressure makes showering less invigorating, turns running a bath into a chore, and may cause your boiler to switch off when you need it the most. In short, low water pressure leads to wasted time and a […]
64% of UK residents feel ‘unsettled’ in their homes due to unexplained issues, according to a nationally representative study* of 2,000 UK adults. The study, which asked UK residents to talk about different issues around their home, found that unexplained knocking and tapping sounds, cold spots and even rooms with a ‘strange aura’ were among […]
What You Need To Know About The Homes (Fit For Habitation) Act Almost half of UK renters say they’ve been injured or suffered illness due to the condition of their home, according to a nationally-representative study* of 1,000 UK renters conducted on behalf of Aspect. 44% of people who are currently renting, or have rented […]
Study findings New research from Aspect has revealed that plumbing is the UK’s most admired household skill. We conducted a nationally representative poll of 2,000 UK adults to find out how they perceived a range of household skills, from handyman skills to painting and decorating. Study participants ranked those household skills from 0 to 10 […]
Being a CORGI registered gas engineer was historically a sign of competence and reliability. It would often be the first thing a consumer would ask a tradesperson about. But CORGI, officially The Council for Registered Gas Installers, is no longer the official register for gas engineers. It hasn’t been for over a decade. CORGI was […]
A higher than expected bill from your water supply company is sometimes a good indication of a leak, however, there could be a number of other reasons too. This article covers: Reasons why your water bill could be higher than usual Who’s responsible for fixing a leak in your mains supply What to do if […]
With the exception of the gentle sound of water rushing through pipes, plumbing pipework shouldn’t make much noise. The problem can occur on either cold water or central heating pipework. If you hear a mechanical or banging noise whenever you open or close a tap or valve don’t ignore it. What causes plumbing pipes to […]
At Aspect, we get hundreds of calls from people who need toilet plumbing jobs done in their properties. Toilet repair isn’t a job for the faint hearted though; whether it’s an issue with the flush or a problem with a leaking tank, lots of things can go wrong and it’s important to be able to […]
One of the most common problems our London plumbers and drainage engineers are called out for is blocked kitchen sinks. Food waste is the main culprit for these nasty clogs, and if they’re not tackled correctly, they could lead to more serious drainage issues. However with our simple tips, you can learn how to unblock […]
The world of plumbing and heating can be a confusing place but at Aspect, we have the answers. At Aspect, we often hear from customers who are confused over which type of London plumber or engineer they need for a particular job which needs to be done in their property. A common question is ‘do […]
It can be difficult to know how to proceed when installing a washing machine for the first time, and we get lots of calls from customers who need our assistance. If you are planning on doing the job yourself, you should always read the manufacturer’s instructions first, as machines vary. Here are some useful tips […]
Aspect’s friendly, trade-accredited engineers are on hand 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help with your heating and hot water problems, including boiler service and boiler repair. If you need help, don’t hesitate to give us a call on . Winter brings with it a host of potential problems with the central […]
