Month: July 2019

Happy 5th Birthday DTS Plumbing & Heating!

It’s our birthday! After 5 years of DTS Plumbing & Heating, we look back on things we have achieved and what happened on the day our company first formed!

Happy 5th Birthday DTS Plumbing and Heating

August 1st marks the 5th birthday of DTS Plumbing and Heating being formed and we can’t wait to celebrate! After 5 eventful years, a lot has happened at DTS, many things have changed and we have lots to be happy about!

From then to now…

Dale started the company in 2014 as himself, an apprentice and his trusty green van. In 2019, this has grown to a team of engineers and office staff who make sure all our customers are getting the best possible service and quality they deserve. 

On this Day

On the day that DTS Plumbing & Heating was Happy-

  • David Cameron was the Prime Minister.
  • Top of the charts was Cheryl Cole with “Crazy Stupid Love”
  • The first of the blockbuster trilogy Guardians of the Galaxy was released in cinemas across the UK.
  • Manchester City were the premier league champions
  • Millions of people dumped ice water over their heads to raise awareness for ALS

DTS Plumbing Proud Facts

  • More than 500 customer reviews have been published across various platforms
  • We have installed 176 boilers
  • Over 13,000 jobs have been attended and resolved
  • We have serviced over 1500 boilers
  • We have developed and launched three tiers of customer care plans.

Our Proud Moments

As well as all of these, plumbing related proud moments, there are also many other things we are proud of. Some of these are:

  • Working alongside Cathedral Archer Project and Support Dogs, two local charities that we are extremely passionate about. We have completed numerous fundraisers and events for both of these charities including doing a sponsored sleep out and sponsoring a puppy.
  • We are accredited installers across 3 of our favourite boiler brands, which means we can offer extra benefits to our customers.
  • The development of our apprentices over the last 5 years who have all had major influences on our company.
  • The launch of a brand new website that reflects our brand and company values.
  • We now have a working office with a dedicated office team! 

We wanted to take this opportunity to thank all of our customers, new and old, for your continued custom and support. Without the loyalty and recommendations from our customers, we could not have reached the position we are currently standing in today!

Thank you again!

From all of us at DTS Plumbing & Heating

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Carbon Monoxide – The Silent Killer

Carbon monoxide is known as the silent killer. It is a poisonous gas that has no smell or taste. Carbon monoxide is responsible for up to 60 deaths in England and Wales each year and up to 4,000 medical visits, according to the NHS.

Do you know if carbon monoxide (CO) is present in your home? It isn’t always clear to the naked eye. Therefore, this blog will give you tips on how to prevent a carbon monoxide leak and what to look out for.

Symptoms

The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are not always obvious and can present themselves in many ways, sometimes even leaving you feeling as though you have a hangover or flu. Symptoms when exposed to small amount of the gas may include; Headaches, nausea, dizziness, tiredness, confusion and shortness of breath.

These symptoms may be different if you are exposed to carbon monoxide for an extended period of time or a high level of the gas. 

Causes of CO Leaks

Carbon monoxide leaks are often caused when the fuel supplying your home doesn’t burn correctly. This can come from appliances such as boilers, gas fires and cookers, as well as other fuel supplied appliances.

If these appliances aren’t installed or maintained correctly by a qualified professional, this increases the risk of CO leaks and exposure to the gas. Other causes of CO poisoning may be blocked chimneys, poor ventilation and exposure to the gas in confined spaces. 

Think You Have a CO Leak?

If you believe there may be a CO leak in your home, make sure the room is well ventilated by opening all windows and doors where possible. Call Cadent, the emergency gas line on 0800111999. It is advised you visit your GP or nearest medical facility as soon as possible to rule out any medical issues. 

How to Prevent CO Poisoning

  1. Ensure all of your gas appliances are serviced regularly by a gas safe registered engineer.  If you have a new gas appliance installed, check the credentials of the installer and never attempt to do this yourself.
  2. Be sure you have a carbon monoxide detector near all gas appliances. Ensure these have the British kite mark to show they have been tested to acceptable standards.
  3. If you have a gas cooker or hob, ensure that you have an extractor fan or hood fitted above it to extract any harmful gases that may occur.

We hope you will never need these tips, but they are there should you need them. 

Thanks as always. For more tips, head to our Facebook page

http://www.facebook.com/dtsplumbingandheating

Dale