Problems with Bad Boiler Installation
A bad boiler installation can cause a lot of problems, and in turn more costs. Buying a new boiler can be expensive, but it is also a good investment. Getting a boiler upgrade with a new, more efficient boiler means cleaner heating, cheaper energy costs, low maintenance and peace of mind for you. It is important to note that these benefits can be achieved if the new boiler is installed by a qualified gas safe registered engineer. Trying to cut costs by installing the boiler yourself or having an inexperienced technician do the job can result to a botched installation. A bad boiler installation will only end up costing your more money, not to mention inconvenience and lost time. There are three problems that are commonly caused by a bad boiler installation: Loose connections – Loose connections can cause boiler leaks. Improper water circulation – Pipework that is not properly planned and followed will cause the boiler to not run properly and use up more energy. This will result to higher costs and more strain on the boiler. Gas leak – Gas leaks very dangerous and can be deadly. Leaking natural or propane gas are highly flammable and can result in explosions or fires. Incorrectly installed HVAC units – including boilers – can also cause carbon monoxide leaks and carbon monoxide poisoning. Here are some signs to watch out for that can help tell if you had a bad boiler installation: Banging sound when you turn on a hot water faucet – This usually means there are piping issues. Boiler is noisy when turned on – This is a sign of...How to Recognize Boiler Problems
If you know how to recognize boiler problems, you can identify them early and possibly avoid more costly repairs. Your heating system is one of the most important appliances in your home. It is also one of the most expensive to buy and to repair. Hence, you want it to last a long time. And it will – provided that you use it with care and maintain it properly. Aside from getting an annual boiler service done, you can help prolong the life of your boiler by learning how to recognize boiler problems. If you know how to tell if your boiler is not functioning properly, you can provide a quick fix right away or call an engineer sooner rather than later. Letting a broken boiler sit without getting fixed and ignoring that it needs repair will only cost you more. That small problem will only get bigger and your boiler will perform poorly and slowly deteriorate. What may have been a need for a little tuning on the thermostat or pressure gauge can turn into a need to replace parts or even the entire boiler if the problem is ignored. How to recognize boiler problems Here are five signs that your boiler is not working okay: There is no heat or no hot water (or both) – Perhaps this is the biggest sign that your boiler is having a problem, and it’s hard to miss. If your boiler is not heating, it does not always mean that is broken. This may be solved by doing simple DIY troubleshooting, such as simply checking your thermostat. The flame in the...Gas Boiler Banging
Listening to your gas boiler banging can be annoying – and concerning. And you have every right to be both annoyed and concerned. A noisy boiler should be addressed right away. Ignoring this common problem may lead to more costly repairs in the future. Gas Boiler Banging – What’s the culprit? The most common culprit here is scale build up. Water contains minerals, and over time, those minerals accumulate at the bottom of the boiler tank, causing hot spots. The water boils rapidly and sends bubbles up the tank. The bubbles then dissipate violently when they reach the top of the tank, producing loud, banging noises. A noisy boiler is also known as “kettling”, as the limescale blocks water flow and causes the water to boil, steam and expand, just like boiling water in a kettle. This is not something that you should fix on your own. Only a gas safe registered engineer should handle the problem. Gas Boiler Banging – Other causes There are a few other things that may be causing boiler noise. Water temperature: If the water gets too hot, it can cause similar rapid boiling in the tank, sending bubbles of water to the top of the tank. Lowering the boiler thermostat can solve this problem, although this will also make your home less warm. Check if your thermostat is defective and needs replacing. You can learn how to calibrate a thermostat too. Low pressure: If the boiler pressure is too low, the boiler will not get enough water supply. With not enough water supply, the heat will not dissipate fast enough and will cause the water to boil. You...How to Choose the Best Boiler
Learning a few tips on how to choose the best boiler for your home can help you make a wiser decision that will be worth your money. Here are some helpful information from us. Perhaps you have already read somewhere that 55% of your energy bill in one year comes from your heating system. So, a highly efficient boiler can make a big difference in your money saving efforts. And if you’ve been bothered by your nosy boiler, or perhaps the cold weather is getting too cold even for your old boiler, it may be time to do a boiler upgrade. If your boiler efficiency is G- rated, replacing it with an A- rated model – with a full set of heating controls – can save you up to £340 annually. Not to mention, 1,500 kgs of carbon dioxide every year. However, if you’ve done your research on the costs of a new boiler, you probably know that a new boiler installation is one of the largest single expenses homeowners face. Therefore, it is important that you invest your money on a worthwhile one. Here is an easy guideline on how to choose the best boiler for you: What is the best boiler brand? A Which? survey of more than 3,000 boiler owners revealed that the top two brands in the market are Vaillant and Worcester Bosch. These two manufacturers have been the most popular among homeowners and are regarded as the most reliable and scored a customer satisfaction rate of 83%. In the same survey, Which? said that one brand to avoid is Keston, where 79% of the owners said they...Boiler Upgrade
If you have been thinking about getting a boiler upgrade, perhaps the main reason you have not gotten one yet is because you are wondering if it is actually worth it. Fifty-five percent of your annual energy bill is your boiler. Hence, an efficient boiler can make a big difference. A boiler replacement can save you hundreds of pounds on your energy bill alone, not to mention that if your boiler is new, it is less likely to need boiler repairs. When to do a boiler upgrade? A boiler upgrade is recommended if your boiler is 15 years old or older. This is true even if you are not experiencing constant and consistent boiler issues. If you have a very old boiler, it is probably running at 70% efficiency or lower – even if you are not seeing any apparent problems – as it is wasting the 30% of the fuel it burns. New natural gas boilers typically run at 90% efficiency or higher. You also cannot rely on an old boiler – it can break any time. Why are new boilers more efficient? Over the last decade, boiler technology has seen great advances that allow newer models to be highly efficient. One reason for this is that new models are all condensing boilers. This means the boiler has a bigger heat exchanger, allowing it to recover more heat. There are less hot gasses that escape up the flue. Still not convinced? Here are other reasons you should do a boiler upgrade: The older you boiler gets, the more difficult it will be to find spare parts when something breaks. Newer models...
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