Boilers are serviced throughout the year. We recommend that they are serviced annually, to keep them safe and efficient.
Once a Year Is the Standard
Gas boiler servicing in the UK normally involves an annual service to ensure the heat exchanger is clean and the flue is clear. Many parts of the boiler can be serviced to allow for parts to be replaced before they fail, thus ensuring that the boiler is operating at its most efficient level and to avoid the risk of a potentially fatal carbon monoxide leak.
Signs You Should Not Wait
There are many occasions when it is advisable to have your boiler checked out as soon as possible. If, for example, your boiler starts making strange noises, takes longer than expected to heat up your radiators or starts to produce a smell of gas then you should call for assistance as soon as possible. Sometimes you can even smell fumes that have come from your boiler. Often this type of smell is reminiscent of gas. A sign that your boiler is not working as it should. In such cases it is best to call for assistance as soon as possible. In these cases there is no time to wait for your annual service. A check should be made as soon as possible in order to prevent any possible damage.
New Boilers and Warranty Requirements
New Boilers – the 2 year rule. In the 2nd year of installation (or after) most manufacturers demand proof of a service having been carried out to retain a valid warranty for a newly installed boiler. Again check with manufacturers for specific details.
Landlord Obligations
For landlords with rental properties, the annual service visit can form part of the landlord gas safety obligations and, as a result, a Gas Safety Record can be produced at the same time.
Book in Late Summer in Cheltenham
Many heating engineers have full diaries from early October onwards, so in order to obtain a suitable appointment, it is advisable to book a servicing in late summer.
For Boiler Servicing Cheltenham, see //www.blu-fish.co.uk/gas-heating-services-cheltenham/boiler-servicing-cheltenham.
A little forward planning now will ensure you have a working boiler for the winter.