Why Is My Header Tank Overflowing? Causes, Dangers & Expert Repairs in BirminghamIf your header tank is overflowing, it’s a clear warning sign that something is wrong with your plumbing or heating system. Homeowners in Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, and Solihull often ignore the early signs, but what starts as a drip can quickly become a disaster. At Afterglow Plumbing & Heating, we specialise in header tank repairs, boiler services, and emergency plumbing — and we’re here to explain t...
Worcester Boiler Fault – Hot Water but No Heating | Afterglow Plumbing & HeatingAt Afterglow Plumbing & Heating, we regularly get calls from homeowners across Kings Heath, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield and Great Barr who are frustrated because their Worcester boiler is giving them hot water but no central heating. This is one of the most common Worcester boiler problems, and it can often be traced back to just a handful of issues.Common Causes of “Hot Water but No Heating” on Worcester B...
Emergency Plumber in Birmingham: Leaking Flexible Tap Connectors ExplainedIf you’ve just discovered water spraying or dripping under your sink, the most likely culprit is a leaking flexible tap connector. At Afterglow Plumbing & Heating Limited, based in Sheldon, Birmingham, we regularly attend plumbing emergencies caused by burst, split or leaking flexi hoses.These small braided hoses are used to connect your taps to your water supply, but when they fail, they can release a huge amount o...
Honeywell Thermostat Not Working? Causes, Fixes & When to Call Afterglow Plumbing and Heating LimitedIf your Honeywell thermostat has stopped working, it can leave you without heating at the worst possible time. At Afterglow Plumbing and Heating Limited, we regularly help homeowners across Birmingham and the surrounding areas get their heating back up and running quickly.In this article, we’ll cover the most common reasons a Honeywell thermostat might fail, how to troubleshoot the issue, ...
Why Your Toilet Inlet Valve Stopped Working – and Why Afterglow Plumbing & Heating Are the Go-To Emergency Plumbers in BirminghamIf you’ve ever flushed the toilet only to find it won’t refill or it keeps running, chances are your toilet inlet valve has given up. It’s one of those small, often-overlooked components that can cause big headaches when it fails.As expert plumbers in Birmingham, Afterglow Plumbing & Heating have helped countless customers in Sutton Coldfield, Edgbaston, Sol...
The 3 Best‑Selling Boiler Brands in the UK (and why Worcester Bosch wins for most Birmingham homes)If you’re weighing up a new boiler in Birmingham, this guide breaks down the three brands we install and repair most often: Worcester Bosch, Vaillant and Ideal. You’ll get real figures for energy performance, quietness, controls (OpenTherm vs eBUS/EMS), price bands, build quality and styling—plus a straight answer on “will a new boiler save me money?” and why a boiler can still beat a heat pump ...
