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Tips, tricks and news from the world of heating and plumbing.

• Oil boiler ban Belgium 2026: Brussels, Flanders, Wallonia
  Brussels has banned new oil boilers since June 2025, Flanders since 2022 where gas is in the street, and Wallonia in new builds since 2026, with existing homes following in 2031. What you can keep, what to do with your tank, the alternatives and support available in September 2026.
• Heat pump in an old house: keep or replace the radiators?
  Switching an older Belgian house to a heat pump does not mean replacing every radiator. The 55 °C test, heat loss calculation, low-temperature radiator output, insulation priorities and a worked example.
• VAT heat pump Belgium 2026: 6% vs 21% for gas boilers
  In 2026, a heat pump installed by a professional is charged at 6% VAT in almost every private home in Belgium, while gas and oil boilers have been at 21% since 29 July 2025. Conditions, special cases, worked examples and what to check on your quote.
• Hybrid heat pump worth it in Belgium? The 15-year cost (2026)
  At September 2026 prices, a hybrid costs about €43,000 over 15 years, against €37,600 for gas alone and €43,700 for a heat pump alone. Assumptions, full cost table and when a hybrid does pay off.
• Carbon monoxide boiler symptoms in Belgium: detectors & rules
  Invisible and odourless, carbon monoxide still kills people in Belgium every year. Symptoms, sources in the home, EN 50291 detectors, regional rules and what to do in an emergency.
• Boiler service certificate Belgium: 2026 rules by region
  Heating oil every year, gas every 2 or 3 years depending on the region: what Belgian law says in 2026, what the certificate shows, who pays in a rental and why your insurer wants to see it.
• Heat pump winter settings: defrost, noise and 7 mistakes
  Autumn checklist, defrosting, heating curve, hot water, backup heater, noise, F-gas rules and normal consumption: everything to get your heat pump ready before the cold.
• Boiler service contract in Belgium: prices vs one-off (2026)
  Service contract or one-off boiler service? Rules by Belgian region, what contracts really include, your rights on automatic renewal and worked break-even maths for gas, heating oil and heat pumps.
• Water hardness in Brussels and Walloon Brabant: 2026 map
  Water hardness by municipality in Brussels and Walloon Brabant (September 2026), °f, °dH and mmol/l explained, what limescale does to boilers, water heaters and heat pumps, and which solutions are proven.
• F-gas regulation air conditioning 2027: R410A, R32, R290
  Your R410A air conditioner is not banned in 2027. Regulation (EU) 2024/573 targets new equipment: heat pumps and monoblocs from 2027, air-to-air splits in 2029. What is still allowed, mandatory leak checks and how to choose in 2026.
• Rénopack and Rénoprêt: Wallonia's grants replaced in 2026
  Wallonia's home grants ended on 30 September 2026. Since 1 October, two loans replace them: Rénopack and Rénoprêt. Conditions, ceilings, the home audit and what it means for a heating project.
• RENOLUTION grants in Brussels: still suspended in 2026
  Since 1 January 2025, RENOLUTION grants have been suspended in Brussels, pending a regional government. What remains possible, the impact on the sector, and how to move forward without waiting on a grant with no clear timeline.
• Energy prices in Belgium ahead of winter 2026-2027
  Gas, oil, pellets, electricity: where prices stand in early October 2026, and what it means for choosing between a gas boiler and a heat pump before the heating season.
• ETS2 carbon tax 2027: the impact on your heating bill
  From 1 January 2027, Europe's ETS2 hits gas and heating oil: between €154 and €325 more a year for an average household. What this means in practice and why planning ahead pays off.
• CertIBEau and rainwater: the little-known obligation in Brussels
  In Brussels, a rainwater tank is mandatory for new builds and large extensions, with precise sizing. In Wallonia, CertIBEau governs network separation. What owners often don't know.
• Why maintain your boiler every year? Complete guide
  Annual boiler maintenance is mandatory in Belgium. Discover why it's essential for your safety, savings and equipment longevity.
• Heat pump: the complete guide for 2025 in Belgium
  Everything you need to know about heat pumps: types, benefits, grants, installation and expert advice for making the right choice in 2025.
• Energy grants in Wallonia in 2025: complete guide to subsidies
  Discover all Habitation grants available in Wallonia for your energy renovation work: heating, insulation, ventilation. Amounts and conditions.
• How to choose your water softener? Expert guide
  Practical guide to selecting the softener suited to your needs: water hardness, capacity, technologies and installation.
• Ventilation: single flow or double flow? Comparative guide
  Complete comparison of VMC ventilation systems for your home: operation, advantages, disadvantages, price and grants in Belgium.
• Preparing your boiler for winter: complete checklist
  The essential steps to ensure your heating system is ready for winter. Practical tips and professional checklist.
• Air conditioning: Complete guide to choosing and installing
  Everything about air conditioning in Belgium: system types, energy consumption, installation and maintenance. Expert guide for optimal comfort summer and winter.
• Chimney sweeping: complete guide and legal obligations in Belgium
  Everything about chimney sweeping in Belgium: mandatory frequency, risks, prices and professional advice for a safe home.
• Solar panels in Belgium: complete guide 2025, grants and profitability
  Investing in solar panels in Belgium: profitability, regional grants, installation and expert advice to maximize your photovoltaic production.
• Thermodynamic water heater: the complete guide
  Discover everything about thermodynamic water heaters: operation, benefits, savings, grants and installation advice in Belgium.
• Radiators: how to choose the right model for your home?
  Complete guide to different types of radiators: steel, cast iron, aluminum, design. Tips for choosing, sizing and optimizing your heating.
• Underfloor heating: benefits, installation and tips
  Discover everything about underfloor heating: types (hydraulic, electric), benefits, installation costs, savings and heat pump compatibility.
• Condensing boiler: the complete guide
  Discover why the condensing boiler is the most economical and ecological choice for your heating. Subsidies, savings and installation.
• Geothermal: the complete guide for sustainable heating
  Harness the Earth's energy to heat your home. Discover geothermal, its advantages, costs and available subsidies in Belgium.
• Gas Boiler vs Heat Pump 2025: Complete Comparison Guide
  Discover the detailed comparison between condensing gas boiler and heat pump. Price, efficiency, subsidies, maintenance: all criteria to choose the best heating system in Belgium.
• Drain Unclogging Guide: Professional Methods and Preventive Tips
  Clogged sink, blocked toilet, backed-up shower? Discover professional drain unclogging techniques used by our plumbers in Belgium.
• Thermodynamic Water Heater: Complete Guide, Prices and Subsidies in Belgium 2026
  The thermodynamic water heater cuts your hot water bill by 3 thanks to its integrated heat pump. Discover how it works, prices and subsidies.
• The Essential Guide to Maintaining and Cleaning Your Solar Panels in 2026
  A poorly maintained solar panel can lose up to 25% of its efficiency. Discover our practical tips for cleaning, maintaining and maximizing your solar panel production in Belgium.
• Pellet Stove Maintenance: Complete Guide 2026, Frequency and Costs
  A poorly maintained pellet stove can lose efficiency and pose risks. Discover our complete guide: cleaning frequency, detailed steps, costs and professional advice.