Boiler Buying Guide

Boiler Buying Guide: How to buy a boiler   It is important to keep your home and office well- heated, especially during the cold season. While one can get creative and think of many ways to provide heat without spending a cent, a boiler is probably the most innovative and convenient way to do it. Choosing, finding and buying a boiler can be daunting, more so if it is your first time or if you are not savvy on things like this. This can be made easier by using the tips from our boiler buying guide.   Boiler Buying Guide Lets talk money. Decide how much you want to spend on this purchase. If you are not sure how much a boiler costs, do some research. A quick use of Google will give you an idea. Location, location. Pick the location of your new boiler. If you have a new house, you may have more freedom to choose a location. If you are buying a replacement boiler, you are probably considering placing the new boiler where your old one used to be. Take into consideration and renovations or remodeling that you plan to do in the future. Sizing it up. Consider the size of the boiler you want to get. If you are replacing your old boiler, take note that newer models are usually smaller than old ones. Also take into account the number of bathrooms in your home or office, as well as the number of people using it at a given time of the day. More bathrooms – and those being used at the same time –...

Concealed Boiler Flues

Concealed boiler flues pose a health hazard to your family Boiler flues are necessary components of a gas heating system. They are responsible for taking away fumes from the boiler. There are properties, mostly flats and apartments, that have concealed boiler flues which are difficult to inspect because they are placed behind walls and ceilings.  It has been shown that a number of incident where carbon monoxide from faulty boiler are seeping into rooms due to faulty concealed flues.   Concealed boiler flues should be examined by Gas Safe registered engineers Gas Safe registered engineers should be able to inspect the boiler flues whenever a safety check is done on your gas heating system. Flues that are in poor condition, coupled with a boiler situated in a room with poor ventilation, will definitely increase the potential danger that your family will face in relation to carbon monoxide poisoning. While carbon monoxide alarms can be installed to monitor the room, it is an an alternative to a Gas Safe registered engineer being able to visually inspect the boiler flues. Only them can ensure and certify that your gas boiler system is fit and safe for your family. What to do if you have concealed boiler flues If your property have concealed boiler flues, then inspection hatches that follows regulations should be installed. They should be 1-hour-fire rated and place 1.5 metres from a flue joint. This will facilitate easier inspections for your gas boiler heating system. A reliable Gas Safe engineer should inform you about the risks of concealed boiler flues and give you advise on inspection hatches. If the...

DIY Boiler Maintenance

Regular boiler maintenance can reduce the cost of ownership for your boilers Boilers are essential in maintaining the comfort of your home. It performs a vital function in supplying hot water for your home, as well as provide heating to keep you and your family warm during the cold season. When your boiler experiences any malfunction it may lead to costly repairs and discomfort to your home. Regular boiler maintenance can avert unnecessary expenses, safety issues and keep the level of comfort for your household. This will also enhance the efficiency of your boilers and extend the number of years by which it can continue to serve your household needs. The following tips can help you maintain the capability of your boilers to keep providing the warmth necessary for the convenience of your home. Prevent Blockages It is not advisable to cover gas boilers or block the air vents. Always inspect the vent and flue to makes sure that they are not blocked. Blocked air flues and vents can greatly hinder your boilers to run at their maximum efficiency. Blockages may occur when dirt accumulates in the vent or flues. If you see that this is the case, you should try to clear it to allow the free passage of air. Also, dust accumulates more in the boiler room because of the operations of your boiler. Regular inspections of the parts that usually attracts dust, such as the fan, can greatly reduce potential problems on your system. Make sure that you clear all the dust that may have accumulated to guarantee the best performance from your boiler. Check for...

Getting Your Boiler Ready for Winter

Do you need to get your boiler ready for winter?  Any person wouldn’t want their boilers to break down during the winter season. With freezing temperatures, ice and snow, you need your homes to be a warm and comfortable place to retreat. So even before the seasons starts, you want to make sure that your boiler is up and ready for the cold season. Tips in Getting Your Boiler Ready for Winter We have created a checklist for you to do over the summer to get your boiler ready for winter . Remove the air in the radiators by bleeding them out. This will ensure that your radiators will give out as much heat in the cold season as possible. Check the pressure if they are within the recommended levels. This should be done if you have a pressurized system. If what you have is a condensing boiler, make sure that the condensate pipe running outside the house is insulated so that ice build up is prevented. The pipes inside the loft should also be properly insulated to prevent it from freezing. Bear in mind that the loft is one part of the house that is considered the coldest. Install a carbon monoxide alarm in order to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Schedule a regular boiler maintenance from a Gas Safe Registered company to ensure that it is properly working, safe and that it is running efficiently. Is your boiler ready for winter now? With all these tips we provided, we hope that you are in a better position to prepare for the cold season. If in any case your...

Boiler Noise Reduction

Are you currently hearing boiler noise that sounds a little concerning? RJ Gas Appliances Ltd can check your boilers and ensure that it’s nothing serious. If there is something wrong, then we will make sure that it’s fixed before we call it a day. Why do boiler noise occur? Generally, boilers operate very quietly that you wouldn’t even notice that it is in operation. You only get the hot water and heat that you needed during the winter. However, just like any machines and equipments, they age. In that process, you will probably hear boiler noises coming from your boiler and sometimes its efficiency and safety could be affected. There are reasons why boiler noise occurs. Your flow rate is wrong and this is caused by having a pump that’s too small. The thermostat is not properly operating and so the burner could have been working double time. Your central heating system could have been poorly designed which impedes the flow of water. Your burner could possibly be a little too big for your boiler. There is air trapped in your system. Dealing with Boiler Noise A noisy boiler is just one of the most common boiler problems encountered by many households. When this happens, there may be a need for you to seek help from a professional heating engineer in London. What the heating engineer will do is to check your central heating system and identify the causes of the boiler noise. If needed, a power flushing will be performed in order to remove the limescale, sludge or any other deposits found in oyour system. After the process...

Combi Boiler Service

Are you looking for the best combi boiler service in London? Then, RJ Gas Heating Services is the one you are looking for. Importance of Regular Combi Boiler Service Combi Boiler or a Combinational Boiler is one of the most popular choices in UK. The reason being, combi boilers can provide quick heating to your radiators and domestic hot water needs compared to the conventional boilers. Combi Boilers do not need much space to fit in. They have a small cylinder and can easily fit into your kitchen or cupboard. This is the reason why most home owners with limited space are more inclined towards using a combi boiler. After the winter begins, most of the home owners in London, start looking for combi boiler service engineers. Because, this is when they find the boiler is not working. During this time of the year, heating engineers are in high demand and the price to get your boiler repaired may be higher than in summer. This is why we recommend that a regular boiler service is crucial to save on your costs and be hassle free during winter. Why RJ Gas is Best for your Combi Boiler Service? We offer a team of experienced engineers with more than 75 years combined experience in the gas central heating service industry. We are recognized throughout East London and surrounding areas as a leader in combi boiler service for both residential homes and businesses premises. All our engineers are Gas Safe Registered and are fully trained and qualified. Irrespective of the make and model of your combi boiler, we can service it to your satisfaction. We have many...