The BestHeating radiator advice centre.

If your radiator remains cold while others heat up, the culprit could be a stuck radiator valve pin. Our expert DIY guide takes you through the clear visual steps to free the pin, lubricate it, test it, and prevent it from sticking again – saving you a call-out fee and restoring warmth fast.

While electric heating is perfectly efficient at the point of use, the high cost of electricity typically makes gas-based systems cheaper to run in most UK homes. This guide breaks down installation, efficiency, running costs and the pros and cons so you can choose the right heating system for your home.

Keep your boiler, radiators, heat pump and thermostat running safely and efficiently with this complete central heating maintenance schedule. From monthly pressure checks to annual professional servicing, this expert-led guide explains exactly what to do, when, and how to prevent expensive breakdowns all year round.

If your boiler sounds like a kettle boiling, it could be kettling – caused by limescale or sludge in the heat-exchanger. This expert guide walks you through diagnosis, the potential cost of fixes and prevention so you can sort out the noise before bigger problems follow.

Boiler efficiency ratings reveal how effectively your heating system converts fuel into usable heat – and understanding them could save you hundreds each year. In this expert guide, we break down the UK’s ErP and SEDBUK boiler efficiency systems, explain what those A-G ratings really mean, and show how upgrading to a high-efficiency boiler can cut both your bills and your carbon footprint.

Confused about combi vs conventional boilers? Our expert guide explains the key differences in performance, efficiency, and cost – helping you choose the best boiler for your home, whether you want instant hot water or consistent multi-bathroom comfort.

A combi boiler can run underfloor heating efficiently, provided it’s correctly sized and installed. This guide explains how UFH works with combi boilers, typical costs, pros and cons, and whether radiators and underfloor heating can successfully run together in your home.

If your boiler is giving you hot water but no central heating, you’re not alone. This expert-led guide walks through the top causes – from stuck diverter valves to radiator sludge – with actionable fixes, safety tips, and trusted advice from the heating experts at BestHeating.