On 23 Feb 2006 06:57:43 -0800, "Ross"
wrote:

I have a boiler that is a year old, and I cannot get temperatures at
home much above 18c (the old boiler was ok). I asked Potterton back to
inspect the boiler. They tested the temperature, found it ok (80c) and
said that I should keep it permanently on 'Max'.

The rooms are still nowhere near warm enough, even though the rads feel
hot. I have a boilerman in next week to give the first service. I
notice black sludge when bleeding so I am also going to ask him to
flush this out.

Problem is who do I contact to perform a survey on any heating loss.
The energy companies are only interested in selling you insulation. (I
already have loft insulation - not 10 inches though - and I think my
property is too old for cavity insulation (1920) also I believe that
the cavity is there for a purpose ie to prevent condensation).

Who should I contact to test for draughts, measure heat loss, generally
tell me what's wrong (I believe there is a thermal instrument that
they can use to determine problem areas??)


You could try the est.org.uk
Although they'll only be able to offer advice on things which
companies exist to do (loft, cavitys)

You have double glazing? Draft proofing?


Any advice would be appreciated

Ross

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