Your Guide to Boiler Service – Know the Why and How about It

by Ascot Hydronic Heating hydronic heating services

Of all the machines and technological devices in your house one that is of utmost importance is the boiler and believe it or not it is often the most expensive and essential one too. With all of that little information that you have about boiler it is rather important that you understand how crucial it is to ensure the boiler is always in the best working condition.

To keep the boiler in best working condition and to maintain safety all year round, it is important that you have the boiler serviced regularly. One definitely needs to understand the frequency at which the servicing needs to be done as well as the other points that are associated with the care of the radiator.

How often does the boiler need service?

Clearly, it is important that you have the boiler serviced annually. Ideally, the best time to do this is at the end of the summer season because that is when the boiler may have developed a problem during the period of inactivity. Having the boiler serviced at this time of the years will also save you from the hassle of doing without hot water and heating during the harsh cold season.

However, it may also be noted that if at any time you notice any visible corrosion in the boiler body, water leaks from it, or even any unusual color in the heated water, it is recommended that you immediately have a plumber / gas engineer inspect the boiler. Additionally, if you have a gas boiler it is advisable that you only call a gas certified engineer to do the repairs and maintenance work for you.

About Boiler Service

During a boiler service, a certified engineer will visit your home and perform a series of safety and efficiency checks on your central heating system in order to improve the efficiency of the boiler. This may include a lot of things and it is essential that your engineer looks into all of these to be able to service it well for the next complete year.

A full boiler services usually includes the following –

·        Testing all the components of the boiler

·        Replacement of any faulty parts

·        Cleaning of the boiler pipes and other components

Why is Boiler Service Important?

A lot of things are associated with the boilers and if you go for an annual service the results may be extremely good – exactly what you may be looking for.

Here are some reasons why boiler service is important –

Safety

The first thing as with the importance of boiler service is the safety perspective. A boiler service gives the engineer the opportunity to identify any safety issues underlying in the boiler - such as a carbon monoxide leak.

Carbon monoxide is an odourless and colourless gas which can be a major cause of brain damage and, in some cases even death. If you’re worried that your boiler may not be working correctly because it shows an orange flame rather than blue, it is advisable that you should get in touch with a Gas Safe engineer even if there is still some time for the annual safety check.

Keeps the Heating Bills Low

As the boiler ages its efficiency drops down - clearly meaning that it will demand more fuel to be able to heat your home – thus costing you a lot more money that you have always been paying. An annual service is therefore required to ensure all the components are in the best possible condition and are able to deliver a higher level of efficiency for a longer period of time.

Prevent Midwork Breakdowns

It could be easy to put off getting your boiler serviced in the hope of saving some money, but in the longer run a boiler service will definitely help in keeping your energy bills down and will also help spot a potential fault before it happens, ultimately saving you from a boiler breakdown and a hefty repair bill that will definitely burn a hole in your pocket.

Improves Warranty

Your boiler will usually include a manufacturer’s warranty that is mostly between 1 – 15 years. This means any faults that may develop in that time will be repaired free of charge. However, this warranty is only valid as long as you get the boiler serviced by a Gas Safe engineer every year – so make sure you always keep this point in mind and are doing everything to ensure the best services.

What Happens During a Boiler Service – The Questions Answered

Before we go ahead with the boiler service, it is better to understand what is actually done during the boiler service.

Just to mention this again – It is important to ensure that the engineer who is servicing your boiler is qualified to carry out the work and has the experience in doing so. In case you have a gas boiler at home, then the engineer must by authorised and regulated by the Gas Safe register, while in case of an oil boiler the person doing the service should be an OFTEC Engineer. Ask to check their ID card before they start work on your boiler because this will ensure the best person is available to carry out the boiler service process.

Following are some of the practices that your engineer may carry out during their visit.

• Visual Inspection – The engineer will check that the boiler still meets current standards and requirements and will also look for any corrosion or leaks that might have occurred in the boiler over a period of time. The engineer will also be responsible for visually analyzing the flame in your boiler.
  
  
• Removal of the Boiler Casing – Anyone who is servicing the boiler will also check the components to ensure everything is working accurately and will then clean the inside of the boiler to ensure perfect functioning.  These checks should majorly include the heat exchanger, burner, main injector and the spark probe.
  
  
• Flue Check – Further, the engineer on duty will ensure there are no obstructions in the flue terminals and that the flue is safely fitted. This is an important point during the boiler service and is done with perfection.
  
  
• Gas Pressure Check – At this step the person in charge will ensure your boiler is working at the correct pressure and if anything here is wrong the steps will be taken to improve the pressure.
  
  
• Boiler Fired Up – This point allows the engineer to check for any working faults and deal with them carefully to ensure complete functionality and no problems at all during the later functioning.

While all of these said points about the boiler service are important, one that is of utmost importance and usually the most ignored is hiring an engineer from the right company - someone that has an inevitable experience in servicing boiler to ensure your safety is always take care of.

 

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