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Practical advice for Edinburgh homeowners — from what the smoke alarm law requires to what a plumber actually costs.

1 November 2024·4 min read

Smoke Alarms in Scotland: What Every Homeowner Must Have

The law changed in 2022. Every Scottish home must now have interlinked smoke, heat, and carbon monoxide alarms. Here's exactly what you need — and why your boiler is part of the picture.

1 September 2024·5 min read

PricingEdinburghPlumber

How Much Does a Plumber Cost in Edinburgh?

Plumbing prices vary enormously — and not always for obvious reasons. Here's a plain-English breakdown of what to expect, what the variables are, and how our pricing works.

1 July 2024·4 min read

BoilerHeatingSafety

Why Your Annual Boiler Service Is Not Optional

Skipping your boiler's annual service seems harmless until it isn't. Here's what an annual service actually does — and what happens when it's left too long.

1 March 2024·3 min read

PlumbingHeatingEdinburgh

10 Plumbing Facts Worth Knowing

From the surprising amount of water a dripping tap wastes to the real reason your pipes bang in winter — here are 10 things about plumbing that are actually useful to know.