If water is taking a lifetime to drain away, there’s a funny smell in the air and your sink sounds like it’s burping, you’ve probably got a blockage. A blocked kitchen sink drain isn’t the most pleasant thing to deal with and can be a real inconvenience but usually, it’s straightforward to repair.

The sink’s taking a lifetime to drain, water’s pooling around your feet in the shower and there’s a rather funny smell coming from the kitchen (and no it’s not your cooking!) The warning signs are all there and we’re sorry to say, you’ve probably got a clogged drain.

It’s not always necessary to call out an engineer to fix your boiler and heating issues. Sometimes a boiler problem can be solved with a quick DIY fix.

The Wave thermostat is Worcester’s entry into the competitive smart thermostat market. Much like other smart thermostats, the Wave makes it easier to control your heating and hot water from your smartphone or tablet. Worcester is one of the UK’s most renowned boiler manufacturers and has produced some of the easiest-to-use programmers and thermostats. In this review, we will look at the main features of the Wave and why it is the perfect addition to your home heating system.

There are lots of myths surrounding the average room temperature in your home. You may have been told that it’s cheaper to have your heating on all the time or you are looking to find the best way to heat your home efficiently without wasting money. If you’re unsure about the best temperature for rooms in your home, Hometree is here to help.

Smart meters are a relatively new technology that’s being rolled out across the UK to replace your home’s conventional energy meter. They tell you the exact of amount of energy you’re using, thereby letting you curb your energy usage accordingly and become more energy efficient. They communicate with your energy supplier, preventing the need for someone to visit your home and read the meter in person.

Have you noticed any cold patches in your radiators lately? Over time, debris can build up in your central heating system, potentially impacting its efficiency. If your radiator stays cold even when the boiler is on, a flush may be in order. A power flush is a standard process – in particular when a new boiler is installed – used to remove rust and debris, leaving your boiler, pipes and radiator clean and clear.

A high-tech trend in home heating, smart thermostats give homeowners a way to control temperatures remotely and save energy. Unlike the days of manually adjusting your heating controls for each area of your home, smart thermostats can heat each part of your home remotely. With wireless connectivity, this type of unit keeps track of your energy use for improved efficiency and even the ability to anticipate your household’s heating needs in advance.

The battle of the thermostats returns! This time it’s a face-off between the Worcester Wave and the Vaillant vSMART, with their ability to intelligently control your heating over your internet connection. Both smart thermostats allow you to fine-tune your central heating and hot water whether you’re at home or on the go to be better suit your lifestyle. Worcester and Vaillant are the UK’s top boiler manufacturers but how do their smart thermostats compare?