As the winter bites, it’s important that you do a little more to ensure that your boilers stay in top condition throughout these colder months. Property owners prefer installing a boiler for several reasons – over other options out there. Notwithstanding their superior energy-saving capacity, boilers have a longer service life and do not collect dust, lint, dander and other allergens. However, without regular maintenance, it’s difficult for your boiler to deliver an exceptional performance. Having said that, common problems like leaks, thermostat issues, kettling and strange noises can be easily avoided when you book a professional boiler service in London usually, on an annual basis. Having extensive experience in this industry, our registered gas engineers are well-trained to detect and resolve distinct boiler issues at the earliest opportunity. To help you understand further, here are some super-useful boiler maintenance tips for you.
Prepare to Take Care of Your Boiler This Winter
- Get an Annual Boiler Service
One of the best practices that help to keep your boiler working properly, is to avail an annual boiler service and get your boiler checked a few weeks before winter, so any issues can be dealt with before the temperatures plunge to below freezing. Boiler service in London involves a Gas Safe registered engineer visiting your property to inspect and identify any faults with your boiler. - Insulate Your pipes
Before the freezing weather of winter arrives, it’s best to lag your external pipes. Not only does it reduce the risk of them freezing and bursting when the temperature drops but will also help you save money by conserving heat. - Bleed Your Radiators
If after putting your heating on for a sufficient amount of time and you find the radiator is cold at the top, this means there is air in the system – so the radiator will need to be bled. To bleed your radiator, 1st turn off your central heating system, put a rag beneath the valve to catch any drops of water. Turn the radiator key anti-clockwise a quarter of turn, until the air stops and the water runs smoothly – then turn valve off. Turn your heating system back on and the problem should have resolved! If though, your radiator is cold at the bottom, you may require a powerflush asap. - Inspect Air Vents and Flues
Boiler’s are prone to blocked vents, which can prevent your heating system from working efficiently. Although it does not need ventilation, the gases released will need to escape from somewhere. This is the reason why inspecting air vents and flues is important.
In case it all seems a bit overwhelming for you, get in touch with us for a boiler service in London. With extensive experience in the field, our professionals can quickly fix any boiler issue as well as arrange comprehensive annual boiler servicing. - Check Boiler Pressure
Did you know, low pressure stops your boiler from heating the water, while a high pressure can cause heating system failures. To make sure your boiler pressure stays within the ideal bar, turn it on, leave it for some time, and then check the pressure. In case the pressure is too high, release some of the air by using the radiator purge method – or better still to engage a professional gas safe engineer.
The Bottom Line
So, these are some of the best ways to keep a handle on the efficiency of your boiler and make sure it stays in tip-top condition. However, if you encounter a serious problem with your boiler, don’t try and fix it yourself, rather get in touch with the professionals. At Barima Homecare, the registered gas engineers provide top-notch boiler service in London and are well-trained to detect and resolve distinct boiler issues at the earliest. Give us a call today to discuss your needs!
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