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The Importance of Regular Boiler Servicing for your Boiler Warranty

by Jamie Sinclair | Jan 28, 2020 | Uncategorized

Boiler servicing often falls low on the list of priorities for home owners, however it quickly becomes a high priority when the heating and hot water isn’t working, especially in the winter! A recent survey by Worcester Bosch in 2019 revealed that 10% of people in the...

Winter is coming….is your boiler ready?

by Jamie Sinclair | Nov 12, 2018 | Advice and tips

Boilers are one of the most relied upon pieces of equipment in our homes. Despite the lovely sunshine we’re still experiencing, the nights are drawing in and we’ve all noticed a chill in the air, so imagine how you’ll feel if your faithful and trusted boiler suddenly...

Top plumbing myths of all time…

by Jamie Sinclair | Nov 5, 2018 | Advice and tips

We wanted to share with you what we believe could be the top plumbing myths of all time….. MYTH: A Leaky Faucet won’t cost me that much….surely? Not only can a small leak cost you big money, but it’s also bad for the environment. Think of the dry summer that we...

Does your toilet wear trainers?

by Jamie Sinclair | Oct 30, 2018 | Advice and tips

A recurrent sound of water filling up the tank of the toilet regardless if it’s in use or not. Recognise that? This common household issue is called a “running toilet” and it’s a sound that most of us will have heard at least once in our lifetimes. Many homeowners...

“We can’t thank you enough for your professionalism, speed of service and calming attitude”

by Jamie Sinclair | Aug 13, 2018 | Recommendations

“I would like to take this opportunity in thanking you for the amazing service we received when you went above and beyond to help repair a mains water leak in our kitchen. From the initial frantic phone call at 8.30 am, to when we told you to hold off while we...

“Rapid response……..”. Another happy SJS Plumbing & Heating customer.

by Jamie Sinclair | Aug 8, 2018 | Recommendations

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank SJS for the rapid response when my boiler broke down last week. After realising that my boiler had stopped working, Jamie from SJS was able to get over to my home the same day and identify the problem instantly,...

“The visible pipework in the garage is a work of art” – another happy SJS Plumbing & Heating customer!

by Jamie Sinclair | Aug 6, 2018 | Recommendations

We wanted to share a recent testimonial with from another of our satisfied customers…. “We asked Jamie to install a Mega Flow System and change some pipe work on one of our projects. He came and visited the site very soon after the first phone call, the...

High Water Pressure – what you need to know.

by Jamie Sinclair | Aug 3, 2018 | Advice and tips

Following on from our previous article on Low Water Pressure, we wanted to provide an understanding of what High Water Pressure is all about and how it can affect you. High pressure can damage plumbing fixtures, which may cause flooding. The main causes of high water...

Part 4 – Gas Safety Week. 17th – 23rd September 2018

by Jamie Sinclair | Jul 12, 2018 | Advice and tips, Uncategorized

The eighth annual Gas Safety Week will see organisations from across the UK working together to raise awareness of the dangers of poorly maintained gas appliances, which can cause gas leaks, fires, explosions and carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. The Gas Safe Register,...

Part 3 – Gas safety in the home

by Jamie Sinclair | Jul 5, 2018 | Advice and tips

As proud members of the Gas Safety Register we wanted to share their top tips on Gas safety in the home with you. Many of us rely on gas appliances to heat our homes, provide hot water and cook our food. To make sure your appliances are in good condition and working...

Part 2 – Gas safety for tenants

by Jamie Sinclair | Jun 28, 2018 | Advice and tips, Uncategorized

We’ve covered the responsibilities for a landlord when it comes to Gas Safety. As a tenant renting a property, you should be able to sleep safe in the knowledge that there’s always a landlord responsible. But did you know they need to provide you with an annual...

Part 1 Gas safety for landlords

by Jamie Sinclair | Jun 25, 2018 | Advice and tips

SJS Plumbing and Heating are proud to be Gas Safe Register accredited, the Gas Safe Register provides a wealth of information and guidance on gas safety which we wanted to share with you over the coming weeks. In our average working day, we deal with both householders...

“If we’d known that a job of this scale could be accomplished within a week and the disruption of the house could be kept so minimal, we’d have had it done years ago”

by Jamie Sinclair | Jun 22, 2018 | Recommendations

Whether looking to buy a new washing machine or want confirmation that the hotel you’ve booked into isn’t situated next to a building site, many of us will do our research online and look for consumer reviews to help us make our final decision based on...

What do people say about our service?

by Jamie Sinclair | Jun 19, 2018 | Recommendations

Whether looking to buy a new washing machine or want confirmation that the hotel you’ve booked into isn’t situated next to a building site, many of us will do our research online and look for consumer reviews to help us make our final decision based...

The Highs and Lows of ‘Water Pressure’.

by Jamie Sinclair | Jun 8, 2018 | Advice and tips

Pressure is the force that pushes water through pipes and water pressure determines the flow of water from the tap. The amount of pressure at your tap can depend on two things, how high the service reservoir or water tower is above your home, or on how much water...

‘That constant dripping noise is annoying…. but the kitchen isn’t flooding, I’ll get around to it eventually.’

by Jamie Sinclair | May 29, 2018 | Advice and tips

When was the last time you called out a plumber and why did you call them out? Would you only consider picking up the phone and dialling 07966 078371 if a water pipe had burst and the house was starting to resemble the local swimming pool? What about when you turn on...

Another happy customer!

by Jamie Sinclair | May 24, 2018 | Recommendations

Here at SJS Plumbing and Heating, we’re fully qualified and maintain the highest quality of workmanship. A lot of our business comes from recommendations such as the one below. “Jamie fantastic job mate. Thank you to you and the guys. Looks exactly how I...

Yes, it’s important to get your boiler serviced, but are you aware of WHY it’s so important?

by Jamie Sinclair | May 10, 2018 | Advice and tips

Our Hertfordshire weather has brought nothing but confusion over the past few months. Heavy snowfall mixed with brilliant sunny days and temperatures that have brought us out in shorts one minute and reaching for our winter jumpers the next. Most home heating systems...

Jamie’s Weekly Tips

by Jamie Sinclair | May 1, 2018 | Advice and tips

We’ve pulled together a list of common household plumbing issues people face on a daily basis and here’s our advice on dealing with them. Low water pressure – If both the hot and cold have low pressure the most likely cause is the aerator which...