Whilst we all know the advantages of installing a brand new boiler and heating system in your home, this can cost up to £3,000 in some instances.
As a result, this may be beyond most household budgets, and in this instance, it’s crucial that homeowners commit to maintaining their existing boilers on a regular basis.
In this article, we’ll look at the benefits of annual boiler servicing and ask how this can also save you money over time.
Benefits of boiler servicing
You can Protect your Loved Ones
Whilst money is always an important factor when running a home, nothing should ever take priority over the health and well-being of your loved ones.
This is particularly true when it comes to boiler care, as maintaining a functional and compliant unit can minimise the risk of breakdown whilst safeguarding against the risk of fire, explosions and even gas leaks.
With an annual boiler service, however, you can maintain genuine peace of mind whilst also identifying any potential faults or issues before they become dangerous.
Slash your Energy Bills
On a similar note, an annual boiler service will also help to optimise the efficiency and performance of your unit as it ages.
This will help to prevent costly issues such as fuel wastage, which can dramatically increase your energy bills and the amount that you pay out each month.
By enhancing the efficiency of your boiler, you can also reduce your emissions and improve the carbon footprint of your property.
Reduce the Cost of Boiler Repairs
If your boiler is running more efficiently and not experiencing regular faults, the chances are that you’ll be able to save money on costly boiler repairs.
Even in the event that faults do occur in your heating system, regular servicing will enable you to catch these quickly and resolve them before they become too problematic.
This can also extend the lifespan of your boiler, negating the need to buy a new unit any time soon!
Keep your Boiler’s Guarantee Valid
Be honest, how often have you checked the precise terms of your boiler’s guarantee?
If the answer is no, you may fail to comply and ultimately invalidate your guarantee.
For example, most manufacturer guarantees require your boiler to be serviced every 12 months by a Gas Safe registered engineer, and the failure to do this may leave you facing a huge issue in the event of a breakdown.
Want to find our more? Check out this guide on the benefits of a boiler service from Baxi.
What Does a Boiler Service Include?
An average boiler servicing by an expert engineer will cost about £100. After being hired, the engineer will perform the following tasks:
Visual Examination
Initially, a qualified gas-safe engineer will visually examine your boiler. They will inspect the external condition of the unit, which will help them spot any problem, such as corrosion or leakage.
Casing Removal
After the engineer finishes the boiler's external visual inspection, they will remove its casing and inspect the internal components to ensure the system's maximum performance.
The primary/internal components that the engineer will check include the main injector, spark probe, heat exchanger, and burner.
Also, it is vital to note that removing the boiler's casing yourself can be risky. Therefore, it's better to leave the job to the engineer.
Fuel Inspection
Fuel checkup helps detect and remove any hindrance or dirt buildup in the fuel terminal. In addition, the gas-safe registered engineer will ensure that the boiler flue is fitted correctly and safely. It will assist them in spotting any hazard leakage.
Gas Pressure Inspection
Your boiler mainly operates with the aid of gas pressure. Hence, the gas pressure must work to perfection all the time. Or else, the water in the radiators will not warm up to the maximum level, and you will face the problem of insufficient heat.
The qualified engineer thus will examine the gas pressure to save you from future slow heating problems.
Boiler Check
A boiler can have severe non-visible faults, even if it seems to be working normally. The engineer will perform the boiler check to try and find any of these hidden damages.
Work Report Issuance
After conducting all the examinations and taking the crucial tests, the engineer will produce a work report. The report will include all the potential issues your boiler has (if any) and a detailed guide on how to keep it running flawlessly.
Note: Before hiring an engineer, ask them if they are comfortable working with the type or model of boiler you have. It is because only some engineers have the knowledge and experience to handle complex system types.
For instance, at Gas on Sea, our fully certified engineers possess years of qualifications and can service, repair, or install any type/model of boiler. We strictly ensure efficient project completion to receive 100% customer satisfaction.
Please use our contact details below to talk with our experts.
Get in touch
At Gas on Sea, we fully understand the importance of regular boiler servicing and maintenance, which is why we offer to this to customers throughout the Essex and Southend on Sea.
We’re also Gas Safe registered, whilst as a Baxi Approved Installer we’re able to provide extended warranties on selected boilers that we fit.
To find out more about this and the other services we offer, call us on 01702 808750 or 07884 300700. You can also send us an email at admin@gasonsea.co.uk, or contact us directly through our contact form.
