Boiler issues cause some of the most inconvenient problems for homeowners, businesses, and landlords alike. Thankfully, here at K and M Maintenance, our boiler engineers are on hand 24 hours a day over 7 days a week. We can repair any issues you might be facing. But what are the tell-tale signs of an imminent boiler breakdown, and what can you do about it?
Kettling
A build-up of lime-scale on the heat exchanger within your boiler can cause issues with efficiency. This makes your boiler work harder to produce heat. This lime-scale build up also makes your boiler emit peculiar rumbling noises, similar to a kettle, which is where this problem takes its name. To stop this from reoccurring, you could powerflush the system. This would remove lime-scale and return your boiler to full efficiency.
Pressure Decline
Another problem is a sudden drop in your boiler pressure. This could be caused by a water leak somewhere in your system. As this may not be obvious, you will need to call out an engineer to identify the issue with your pressure and repair any parts or valves. Your annual boiler service should help identify the likelihood of this occurring, and hopefully prevent a full boiler breakdown. Remember to monitor your pressure display regularly, as this is a fairly good indicator of your heating systems health.
Lack of Heat or Hot Water
In addition, a boiler that isn’t providing hot water or heating is another common problem. Providing heat and hot water is the main responsibility of the boiler. If this isn’t happening, you need to be prepared to call an engineer. If you have heating, but no hot water, or vice versa, the problem could be with your central heating system itself, not just the boiler. This is definitely an issue that needs the attention of a professional, qualified engineer. Again, this is an issue that should be noticed during your annual boiler service. Practicing good boiler maintenance can also prevent this kind of boiler problem.
In summary
Boiler breakdowns are incredibly inconvenient, but kettling, pressure decline, and a lack of heating or hot water, are all good indications of an imminent boiler breakdown. Staying on top of your boiler maintenance and annual service can help prevent these common issues. For more information or advice, contact us at K and M Maintenance today.