Boilers can create a toasty environment for any home or business. They last quite a while, upwards of 15 to 20 years, sometimes more, before needing to be replaced. Are you curious about what you can do to extend the life of your heating system? Are there any go-to tips and tricks for improving the efficiency of your boiler? This article focuses on how you can extend the life of your boiler and help it work more efficiently in your home.
Find A Plumber/ Gas Company
Find a plumber or gas company that you can depend on and trust. When it comes to your heating system, don't take chances. Depending on where you are located, such as in the UK, there may be certain requirements a plumber needs to have to work on a boiler. For instance, plumbers need to be certified gas-safe in order to work on any type of water boiler in the United Kingdom and surrounding areas.
Utilize Maintenance
We can not stress enough the importance of maintenance. Maintenance should be done by trained, certified professionals. Warmzilla warns, “It goes without saying, an annual service must only be carried out by a qualified person, in this case, a Gas Safe Registered Engineer. Did you know that legally, you’re not allowed to remove the case of a boiler unless you’re Gas Safe registered? Most good engineers will show you their ID; failing this, you can always check on the Gas Safe Register online. Annual servicing of your boiler is now a requirement to keep up with your manufacturer’s guarantee/warranty. If you don’t have a service history, the manufacturer will most likely void your guarantee/warranty.”
Make Timely Repairs
Don't let your boiler struggle. If you notice that something isn't working right, contact a plumber right away to fix it. Signs that your boiler is having trouble can include no heat coming from the radiator or floorboard heaters, hissing sounds, a file odor that smells like sulfur, or the heating isn't working quite as it used to. All of these indicate a problem which could be from a gas line leak, part failure, or something else.
In Closing
AM Gas Services is one of the leading gas and boiler companies in the Colchester area. They are gas-safe registered and offer vital services to keep customers' boilers working as they should. If you’re worried about your home’s heating system, contact the professionals for repairs and maintenance today.
