A boiler breakdown can cause a range of problems. In this cold weather, boiler breakdown is even more inconvenient. Here at K&M Maintenance, we know how important your boiler is. As a result, we have produced this guide to help you keep your boiler working, between annual boiler services.
Check your heating
If your heating is switched off when the temperature drops to zero or below, your central heating system can suffer. This is because it will have to work much harder to switch on. In addition, heating that is left off all summer can struggle to work when switched back on. Check your heating regularly to keep your boiler working. As a result, you will save money on costly repairs.
Check your boiler
A power cut can alter all the settings on your boiler. If it doesn’t seem to working, check to see if it has been switched off, or if your electricity is out. You should also test your gas to see if you still have supply. Sometimes an issue in your area may lead you to call out an engineer, when actually the gas is just off.
Check boiler pressure
Combination boilers can stop because of a change in pressure. If your boiler isn’t working, check the pressure dial. If your pressure has dropped, inspect all of your radiators and pipes for leaks. You can increase the pressure in your system manually using the valve handle, as long as there are no leaks.
Bleed the radiators
Air trapped inside radiators causes cold patches and blocks the system. As a result, your home won’t be as warm as it should. Bleed your radiators and let your central heating system work at full efficiency.
Insulate your condensate pipe
The pipe that takes away waste liquid from your boiler is called the condensate pipe. In winter this liquid can freeze. As a result, your system will become blocked and no longer work. Prevent this by fitting some lagging over your condensate pipe.
In summary
There are a range of steps you can take as a homeowner or landlord to make sure that your boiler stays working. However, none of these steps can replace the need for an annual boiler service. For registered and qualified engineers, you can trust, contact us at K&M Maintenance today.