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Why Replacing One Shower Part Doesn’t Always Fix the Problem
Why diagnosing an old or unbranded shower can be much harder than it looks When a shower stops working properly, it is understandable that a...
Ask Three Chefs for a Three-Course Meal and See What Happens
Ask Three Chefs for a Three-Course Meal and See What Happens I've not had a proper bugbear for a while. I've been practically serene. Candles lit,...
Emergency Boiler Replacement in Bedford: What to Do When Your Boiler Fails
There’s never a convenient time for your boiler to break down. Whether it's a freezing winter morning, a bank holiday weekend or the middle of a...
Is It Time to Replace Your Gas Boiler with a Heat Pump?
As energy prices continue to fluctuate and more homeowners look for greener ways to heat their homes, heat pumps are becoming an increasingly...
90 Years of Stelrad: Why We’ve Got Them in Our Own Home Too
I'll let you in on a little secret: when it came to choosing radiators for my own house, I didn't shop around for long. I went straight for Stelrad....
Boiler Controls Explained
A Homeowner's Guide from Christy Plumbing & Heating Ltd Many homeowners are unknowingly spending more than they need to on heating bills simply...
8 Plumbing & Heating Checks Before You Go on Holiday
Heading away this summer? Before you lock the door and start your holiday, take a few minutes to make sure your home is ready too. Don’t forget to...
Why you should’nt ignore early warning signs from your boiler.
With the increase in the energy price cap and the ever-increasing cost of living, you might be tempted to ignore early warning signs from your...
Bathroom Problems We See All The Time (And What’s Actually Causing Them)
Bathroom Problems We See All The Time (And What’s Actually Causing Them) If I had a leaking tap, I could not put up with it. It might send me insane...
4 Things You Should Never Store in Your Boiler Cupboard
In many homes, the boiler cupboard quickly becomes a handy extra storage space. We completely understand — every bit of storage counts! But storing...
Low Water Pressure in Bedford (and What You Can Do About It)
You know those...
Why Is My Boiler Making a Noise Like 747 Taking Off? Answers from Christy Plumbing and Heating
If your boiler suddenly sounds like it’s about to take off like a jet, it can be worrying — and loud! A boiler making a noise similar to an...
Why We Sometimes Ask for Upfront Payment on Custom or First-Time Jobs
At Christy Plumbing & Heating, we believe that good work starts with clear communication and fair expectations on both sides. One question we...
Why We Offer Two Bathroom Survey Options (and How It Benefits You)
Planning a new bathroom is exciting—but it can also feel overwhelming. Over the years, we’ve learned that every customer comes to us at a different...
Our Cancellation Policy – Why Charges Apply and Why They’re Fair
At Christy Plumbing & Heating, we understand that plans can change. Emergencies happen, work overruns, and sometimes life just gets in the way....
Boiler Maintenance vs. Boiler Repair: What Every Bedford Homeowner Should Know
Learn the key difference between boiler maintenance and boiler repair from Christy Plumbing & Heating — your trusted local experts in Bedford....
Ten ways to improve energy efficiency.
1. Fit thermostatic radiator valves. Millions of homes lack even basic controls such as thermostatic radiator valves, also known as TRVs. TRV's...
Boiler Servicing in Bedford– Keeping Your Home Safe, Warm & Efficient
Your boiler works hard behind the scenes to keep your home running smoothly – but like any well-used system, it needs a little care and attention to...
Transform Your Bathroom with Fibo & Aquapanel Wall Systems
Why UK homeowners are choosing waterproof wall panels — and how Christy Plumbing & Heating delivers the difference Modern bathrooms and wet...
Why we ask for unredacted quotes
When customers share quotes they've received from other installers, we always ask for the full, unredacted version. This isn't to undercut by a...
Heating Installers of the year finalist
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What To Do If You Smell Gas or Notice Strange Fumes
Important safety advice from Christy Plumbing & Heating At Christy Plumbing & Heating, customer safety always comes first. That’s why our...
What does an ASHP do?
Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) Extracts heat from the air. Efficiency may vary based on outdoor temperature and heat pump performance. Easier and more...
Why We Don’t Break Down Labour & Material Costs
At Christy Plumbing & Heating, we provide fixed-price quotations, not estimates. Our quotation tells you exactly what work will be carried out...