Having hot water and warmth is essential to a good home.
However, many neglect the maintenance of their boiler due to the costs and time it takes to get it serviced.
Landlords have a legal obligation to ensure they are regularly checked, but homeowners need to organise this themselves.
Here’s why you shouldn’t put off that boiler service.
- Safety
A faulty boiler may start to leak poisonous carbon monoxide, which can cause a fire or even be fatal. Simply put, an annual service will reduce the chances of this happening. Carbon monoxide is an odourless gas, so it is wise to have an audible carbon monoxide alarm in your home, close to the location of the boiler. Having a qualified professional service your boiler and check for any leaks will provide you with peace of mind your boiler is safe.
- Decrease the Chance of Costly Repairs
There are a few aspects you can check yourself, such as whether the pressure indicator is too high. You should also ensure the location of the boiler is as free of dust as possible, so it does not clog up the fan. However, basic self-maintenance should be limited and only ever be done with the guidance of the user manual. This should never replace professional maintenance.
A certified professional will not only look for carbon monoxide leaks, but also check the boiler has been installed properly, ensure there are no clogged pipes or faulty components, and identify problems early on. Regular checks will reduce the chances of a costly breakdown. Emergency call-outs, replacing of parts and even, in severe cases, having the entire boiler replaced, will only be costlier than the price of a routine maintenance check.
- Reduce Those Energy Bills
It is particularly beneficial to get your boiler serviced just before the cold weather hits in the winter because this is when your boiler will be working the hardest. Having a fully cleaned and serviced boiler just before this period will ensure that your boiler is working with the highest efficiency. This will result in your energy consumption bills being much lower.
Whilst every homeowner can help with the upkeep of their boiler by ensuring a clean environment and basic maintenance using the manual, a professional annual service by a certified individual is the key to a well-maintained boiler. This is essential for reduced costs and a safe home. It is recommended to have an annual check, and you can look into having a service plan with a provider to prevent it being missed. With growing costs and increasingly busy lives, fitting this into your routine will prevent far greater problems and regret from occurring later on.
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