Boiler Help
You have probably found yourself in a situation – more than once – where you need boiler help. And if this happened during the cold months, the situation is probably dire as you need heating and hot water as soon as possible. (Read more about what to do if your boiler has no hot water or no heat) Where to get proper boiler help Whether you need a boiler repair or a boiler service, it is important that you only get a qualified engineer to look at your boiler. (Learn about what’s included in a boiler checklist) This also includes other works such as boiler installation. A qualified engineer means a gas safe registered engineer who is trained and certified using government regulated standards. You can check if your engineer is gas safe registered using our tips here. By hiring only trained and qualified engineers, you can assure yourself that the repairs and services are properly carried out, and you and your family are not at risking your health or safety. What you can do Most common boiler problems are caused by small glitches that you can fix yourself. Some common issues include: noisy boiler leaking low pressure frozen condensate pipe cold spots in the radiator pilot light problems Before calling for boiler help, you can save some money from the repair costs by checking a few things yourself. Power supply – Always check the power supply to make sure that your boiler is plugged in. As silly as this may sound, this is an easily overlooked issue that certainly does not need an engineer to fix. Remember that...Boiler Has No Heat But Has Hot Water
A boiler that has no heat but is producing hot water can cause a lot of frustration, especially if it happens during the winter months. Both the ideas of having a central heating that is not working and that you have no hot water are not appealing. Your initial reaction is probably to panic as you think about the worst case scenarios. Will you have no heat for the entire week? Or maybe you’ll need to do a boiler replacement? Relax. While you might need to get a boiler repair scheduled, you can also take a few steps to see if you can get your boiler running again. No Heat If your boiler is not keeping your home warm, try the following: Check the thermostat. It is easy to overlook the temperature set on your thermostat. Sometimes, the settings may have been altered during cleaning or dusting. Rule this out by making sure the temperature is set correctly. Set the temperature above the current room temperature and make sure that the setting is set to Heat or Auto. You can also try to get the boiler to work by placing the thermostat to the highest setting. Check the power source. This is another thing that is commonly missed and overlooked. Remember that even if your boiler runs on gas or oil, it is still connected to an electricity source to run. Make sure that the boiler is plugged in properly and that the breaker is not tripped. Check the fuel source. Remember to also check your gas connection and make sure it is on and you have gas supply. Check the...Combi Boiler Repair
Any combi boiler repair must be done by a gas safe registered engineer. In the UK, about 50% of boiler installations are combi boilers. This is mainly because combi boilers are typically more efficient and convenient than the more traditional water tank. However, they are also more complicated, and can be a real pain when they breakdown. A number of minor problems that you will encounter can be fixed by the regular DIY- er. A DIY boiler fix is never recommended for a major combi boiler repair. Here are some of the common boiler problems you may encounter: boiler leaking water pilot light keeps turning off boiler loosing pressure boiler pressure too high boiler not heating water gurgling in boiler noisy boiler radiators not heating central heating not working no hot water Here are some basic tips when doing a combi boiler repair yourself: Always start with the electric and gas supply. Make sure that the boiler is plugged in and connected properly. As silly as this may sound, this step is also often overlooked. Start by checking the power supplies, and you might save yourself lots of time and money. Check the thermostat. The temperature setting may have been changed or altered. Check the pressure gauge and make sure it is set correctly. You can learn how to increase the boiler pressure using our guidelines. Learn the easy steps on how to bleed the radiators. In case of a frozen condensate pipe, carefully thaw the pipe using proper precautions. Learn how here. Remember to always read the owner’s manual before starting any combi boiler repair. Different manufacturers will have different...Boiler Fix
Do you need to do a boiler fix? It is always best to call for a trained engineer to fix any boiler problems. However, a DIY homeowner can diagnose the issue and do a boiler fix for minor problems. This will actually help you cut your costs, and even make the job faster for the engineer, if you eventually schedule one. Easy Boiler Fix Boiler radiators are not heating: CAUSE: Radiators that are cold at the top show that there is air trapped in the system, rusty pipes, or problem with the pump. SOLUTION: You can remove trapped air by bleeding the radiators. You can do this job yourself. Here’s how. If that does not fix the problem, a power flush may be needed. Here’s how to power flush. Boiler turns off: CAUSE: This problem can be caused by a number of reasons including low water pressure, thermostat problems, a frozen condensate pipe, air trapped in the system or a pump problem. SOLUTION: We already know that you have to bleed the radiators in case air is trapped in the system. If your pipes freeze during cold months, you can thaw them yourself. Learn how to thaw a frozen condensate pipe. You can also learn how to repressurize your boiler if you see that the pressure is incorrect. Replacing the pump must be done by a qualified engineer. Pilot light keeps turning off CAUSE: Either the thermocouple is not working properly, or there are damages to the seal. SOLUTION: Both of these types of work must only be completed by a qualified engineer. Learn more about how the pilot light works....What a Boiler Leak Means
A boiler leak is quite a common problem homeowners encounter. It is not only inconvenient, it could also be a sign of a bigger problem in your boiler. A boiler leaking water can be a symptom of a much bigger and more complicated problem. This can depend on the type of boiler and how old it is. It may be a huge problem for one type, but not a concern at all for another. Examine your leaking boiler and see how much water there is. A boiler leak could be a sign of the following: Boiler Pressure Problems – Your boiler has a special pressure outlet pipe located on the side of the boiler. This allows pressure from inside the boiler to escape, and without it, your boiler will explode or collapse. But because it has no fittings, it may occasionally drip water. However, if there are puddles of water directly below the boiler everyday, it could be a sign that the boiler pressure is too high. Learn how to repressurize a boiler. Boiler Seal Damage – Boiler leak can also be caused by damage on the boiler seals. Damages can allow water to escape, while the boiler pump could be pushing water out through the seals. The best thing to do here is to replace both the boiler seal and pump. Check the sides and bottom of the pump and make sure that the leak is coming from the seal. Cracks in the Body – Overtime, your boiler’s body can show signs of wear and tear. The metal will eventually develop cracks and damages. The repeated cooling and warming of the...
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