Services

First, follow the manufacturer’s recommended service intervals to maintain the boiler’s performance and maintain your warranty eligibility. A yearly boiler service can keep the boiler running at peak efficiency and guard against costly breakdowns. Annul service of the boiler also ensure the efficiency of the boiler and this will reduce the energy consumption and leads to savings in fuel price. The yearly service can reduce the cost of boiler repairs, which are expensive. Service also done to ensure the safety of the home and boiler.

The boiler is the heart of the central heating system and pipework will link it to the radiators. When the boiler is turned on, the heat pump transfers warm water from the boiler to the radiator via the attached piping and repeats the process in the heating system. The heated radiator warms the air and heated air provides heat. The boiler also functions as a water heater, supplying hot water to the house’s taps. Because boilers are now getting smarter as well, some heaters will have controls that can be accessed through apps and other smart devices. Regardless of the boiler’s fuel source, all boilers require power to conduct these kinds of operations and other internal controls.

Call us right away if it has been a year or longer since you last serviced the boiler.

Additionally, if the boiler flame is irregular or yellow, this is another sign that the boiler needs to be serviced. If the boiler is overheating and refilling often, and if there are any obvious stains or smoke marks on the nearby furniture or appliances. Low water pressure or recurrent pilot light failure are also problems. There are certain key indicators that the boiler requires maintenance. You may also check to see whether the radiators heat and cool down quickly when the boiler is turned on and off.

The optimum time to service your boiler is before winter officially begins so that you can be absolutely certain that it will work when the cold weather hits. Additionally, before winter is the perfect time to save money because servicing costs will be lower before the winter and technicians will be on call more frequently.

Mainly there are three types of boilers and that are; Combi, Heat only and System. The heat only boilers are also known as conventional boilers or regular boilers. Heat only boilers will have a cylinder. Most modern homes will be having a system boilers with an unvented hot water cylinder but sometimes they also have a vented cylinder. Combi boilers are a single unit that generate instant hot water and heating. There are no hot water tanks in combi boiler. Gas is the commonly used fuel for the boilers, there is oil boilers and electric boilers as well. On the contrary all the boilers need electric supply to run other internal mechanisms.

Winter is a crucial time for home heating, and if the boiler is maintained, there is minimal possibility of a breakdown on a chilly day. The service is a preparation for the winter. Safety is one of the main benefits of a maintained boiler since a faulty boiler can cause hazardous fires or gas leaks. Carbon monoxide is one of the colorless, odorless gases that might escape from a malfunctioning boiler and can lead to silent death. A boiler that is well-maintained will last longer than one that is not. Annual fuel utilization efficiency will increase with service, therefore the condition of the boiler might affect savings over time. Because all manufacturers prescribe a regular maintenance schedule, A service will also assist in keeping the boiler covered by the guarantee. Additionally, doing so will reduce the possibility of future repairs and increase the heating system’s efficiency. According to SEAI servicing the boiler in the summertime can save at least 5% on heating costs later in the year.