The Loacally blog
Getting things sorted at home.
Practical, no-nonsense help for your London home. What jobs really cost, which trade you actually need, and how to hire someone you can trust.
Why Does My Boiler Keep Losing Pressure? What to Do (2026)
A boiler that keeps losing pressure usually has a leak, a worn pressure relief valve or a failed expansion vessel. This 2026 guide explains what your pressure should be, how often topping up is normal, what you can safely check yourself, when to call a Gas Safe registered engineer, and what the repair typically costs in London.
How Much Does a Power Flush Cost in London? (2026 Prices)
What a power flush costs in London in 2026 by size of home, from flats to five-bedroom houses. Includes a fair quote checklist, the signs your system needs one, how it compares with a chemical flush or magnetic filter, and whether you need one before a new boiler.
How Much Does a Boiler Repair Cost in London? 2026 Prices by Fault
What a boiler repair costs in London in 2026, fault by fault: the diagnosis visit, minor fixes, pumps and diverter valves, circuit boards and heat exchangers. Includes a fair quote checklist, the checks you can safely do yourself, when to repair or replace, and who pays if you rent.
Why Is My Radiator Not Heating Up? Causes, Fixes and When to Call a Plumber (London, 2026)
A cold radiator in a London home is usually easy to diagnose once you read the cold pattern. This 2026 guide explains what trapped air, sludge and valve faults look like, which fixes are safe to do yourself, what a plumber should charge to sort the rest, and when the job legally needs a Gas Safe registered engineer.
How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Radiator in London? (2026 Prices)
A like-for-like radiator swap in London costs about £180 to £350 all-in during 2026, of which labour is roughly £90 to £220. See scenario prices for moving, adding and whole-house swaps, what a fair quote itemises, why you do not need a Gas Safe engineer, and how VAT is applied.