The boiler maintenance checklist

A boiler is an important feature which every house needs to have as it heats and provides hot water and steam for heating. It is incredibly important for the boiler to be properly maintained and checked a few times a year in order to avoid facing the unpleasant situation when the boiler stops working due to bad maintenance habits of the owner. However, if such a situation is encountered it is a must to rent a boiler in order to ensure that the household is still heated and will be provided with hot water. No one wants to deal with a boiler malfunction in the middle of the cold season when the house needs to be heated and hot water is a must. Moreover, if the boiler defects it can be a real danger for the household and the individuals living there. So, in order to ensure a long-life functioning to the boiler and ensure the household safety, the checklist above explains the most important maintenance checks which should be done every now and then.

Air vents and flues. Especially when it comes to gas boilers, blocked air vents and flues can stop the boiler from working efficiently and, in the long run, they can produce irreversible damages to the boiler. Dirt can accumulate in the air vents and flues and produce a blockage which can not only damage the boiler but also transform it into real danger for the individuals living in the household. It is definitely a good idea to regularly check the air vents and flues and clean them in case dirt seems to have been accumulated there to ensure a long life span of the boiler and the safety of the household.

Clear dust. Due to the boiler operations, dust easily accumulates in the boiler room. To enable the optimal efficiency of the boiler, the boiler should be checked and cleaned regularly by any dust sign. Moreover, the fan of the boiler is the one which usually develops much dust built-up so it requires to be cleaned more often.

Flushing. Clearing the water from the boiler a few times a year is another important maintenance tip. Especially after the winter when the boiler works at full capacity, it is the best time for the boiler to be cleared by water. Flushing out the water and carefully cleaning the interior is the best way to ensure the optimal efficiency of the boiler for a long time.

Lubrification. For the smooth operation of most mechanical system, lubrification is essential. The most important parts which need lubrification are the parts from the boiler which are in constant motion such as the fan and pumps. This will support its working capacity and ensure a long life span of the boiler.

If the boiler of a household seems to have any malfunction even if the maintenance is done by the book, the safest idea is to ask for professional help and get a mobile boiler while the qualified person carefully checks the defected boiler.

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