Your Boiler Needs to Talk: The Push for Smart Controls and Open Protocols. Your Boiler Needs to Talk: The Push for Smart Controls and Open Protocols.Why Interoperability is the Key to True Efficiency in Your West Sussex Home.The days of the simple on/off thermostat are coming to an end. Your heating system is poised for a significant digital upgrade, driven by new government mandates.By mid-2026, regulators propose to mandate the use of open protocols for heating controls, starting with combi boilers. This means every new system needs to be able to "talk" ... October 30, 2025 Continue Reading
The "Boiler Tax" is Here: What the Price Hike Means for West Sussex Homeowners. The "Boiler Tax" is Here: What the Price Hike Means for West Sussex Homeowners.Understanding the Clean Heat Market Mechanism (CHMM) and Your Heating Budget.If you are considering a gas boiler replacement in Horsham or Adur, you may have already noticed a subtle price jump. Major manufacturers—including Worcester Bosch, Baxi, Ideal, and Vaillant—have proactively increased the prices of their gas boilers by approximately £95 to £120.This adjustment, implemented ahead of any government mand... October 30, 2025 Continue Reading
The Quiet Revolution: Why Your Gas Boiler Should Be Running Colder The Quiet Revolution: Why Your Gas Boiler Should Be Running Colder (and How We Can Help)Maximise Your Home’s Efficiency in Horsham & Adur Without Buying a New Boiler!Did you know your high-efficiency gas boiler is probably running inefficiently? For homeowners across the Horsham District and Adur District, the single most effective way to cut your heating bills this winter might be as simple as adjusting a dial. It's called low flow temperature operation, and industry experts—an... October 30, 2025 Continue Reading
Registered Gas Engineer Issue 187 summary Horsham and Adur Districts Keep Your Horsham & Adur Home Safe: Key Takeaways from the Latest Registered Gas Engineer Magazine. At Prime Boiler Care, our priority is the safety and well-being of our customers across the Horsham and Adur Districts. As your local Gas Safe registered experts, we stay current with the latest official guidance through the Registered Gas Engineer magazine. The most recent issue (Issue 187, September/October 2025) provided essential reminders and updates that are crucial for... October 30, 2025 Continue Reading
The Great Automatic Air Vent Debate. The Great Air Vent Debate: Should Your Boiler's Automatic Air Vent Be Open or Closed? It's a question that puzzles many homeowners and even some seasoned gas engineers: what exactly is the deal with those little caps on your boiler's automatic air vents (AAVs)? Should they be tightly screwed down, or left loose and open? The answer, as with many things in heating, isn't quite as simple as a yes or no – it depends on the type of vent and its purpose in your system. Let's cl... August 28, 2025 Continue Reading
The benefits of having a hot and cold outside tap Say Goodbye to Muddy Paws and Grimy Boots: The Brilliant Benefits of an Outdoor Hot and Cold Tap.Tired of the post-walk battle with a muddy dog in the bathroom? Fed up with scrubbing wellie boots in the kitchen sink, splashing dirty water everywhere? What if there was a simple, elegant solution to keep the mess outside where it belongs? Enter the humble yet heroic outdoor hot and cold mixer tap. This simple addition to your home's exterior can revolutionize your clean-up r... July 06, 2025 Continue Reading