Boiler Noise
Looking to get rid of your boiler noise? Contact us today. Boiler Noise or kettling It happens often in older boilers and central heating systems that have a lot of “sludge” and limescale though it can easily happen to a new boiler where the system hasn’t been flushed properly or settings could be incorrect. The problems that could cause a noisy boiler are below: a boiler noise is often caused by kettling. Kettling is a procedure in which limescale or sludge tends biuld up in the heat exchange unit of the radiator producing weird noises. boiler noise can also be due to a thermostat that has too high a cut-off temperature a boiler noise can occur if the pump is set at too slow a speed, so that the primary water lingers in the boiler too long and boils the pump might be stuck or could be old and need replacing Reduce Boiler Noise The possible solutions to a thumping boiler noise are as follows: Stuck pump: The end of the pump motor has either a black plastic knob or a chromed plug with a large slot in it. In both cases unscrew and then use the knob to unjam the pump or the newly exposed screw slot under the plug. expect a little (filthy) water to come out. Sludge: Boilers may be old and need a Hydrocolonic and magnetic in-line filter, you could use MAGNA- CLEAN or Fernox total filter TF1 which are brands that we use. Regular boiler service such as boiler bleeding and power flush can reduce noises coming out of radiators and heating pipes of the boilers. Power flush is done...Most Common Boiler Complaints
Fixing Most Common Boiler Complaints Having boiler complaints? We can help you resolve your most common boiler complaints, quicker and better. More than 60% of the energy bills account for the most hardworking appliances in our homes, boilers. It is totally understandable that these boilers develop faults in due course, given their tremendous work load. Some of the most common boiler complaints Heating Problems: This is undoubtedly one of the top most common boiler complaints faced by the home owners. Boilers, sometimes fail to generate heat and hot water. One reason may be due to low water levels, and can be fixed by you. Other reasons include broken diaphragms, airlocks, motor valve failure and thermostat issues, which are better addressed by a heating engineer. Water Leakages: Water leakages may lead to loss of pressure in the boiler and lower its performance. By checking the pressure gauge you would be able to know if there are any leakages. If the reading on the gauge is below 0.5, then you might want to check for a probable water leakage. If the leakages are visible and small, you can fix them on your own. If else, it’s better to call a professional in. Weird Noises: Weird noises are also part of the most common boiler complaints found today.This can be due to the low water pressure in the boiler or, it may be due to boiler’s kettling. Kettling occurs as the lime scale builds up in the heat exchange components of the boiler, when exposed to hard water. This produces steam bubbles which are responsible for the weird noises and should immediately be fixed by a...Boiler Repairs
Having boiler repairs? We can help fix your boilers with a minimal down time. Boiler is likely to be one of the most expensive appliances in your home. If not maintained properly, it may impose huge fines in the form of boiler replacement and boiler installation costs. According to experts, irrespective of the severity of the fault, boiler repairs are to be carried out immediately to prevent future complications. Boilers are equipped with certain control mechanisms that produce and distribute heat and hot water. Minor faults in these mechanisms may lead to low or no performance from the boiler. Simple checks and minor boiler repairs might help your boiler get back to normal. Some of the most common boiler repairs are: Time Switches: Most boilers are driven by mechanical time switches that control on/off of the boiler. If the mechanical timer dial is stuck, it may lead to uneven heat distribution. This is one of those minor problems which can cause major inconveniences. You can fix this problem yourself by adjusting the timer clock to its normal settings. Freezing pipes: During extreme cold weathers, condensing pipes of even the best combi boiler can freeze. This blockage can cause the condensate to flow back forcing the boiler to stop functioning. When the condensing pipe freezes, a ‘fault code’ or a ‘warning light’ can be observed along with peculiar noises from the boiler and the condensing pipe. You can avoid this problem by adjusting your thermostat or heat timer to continuous mode. In the event of blockage, pour hot water on the pipe or replace the pipe with one having a...Knocking Noise Coming From Radiators – How to fix the problem?
Knocking Noise Coming From Radiators ? We can help you. Here are some of the causes. This is one of the most common problems faced by homeowners. Air trapped inside the radiator, or the limescale building up on the radiator metal from inside, are the two most common reasons behind this problem. Here is how you can fix a knocking noise coming from radiators. Letting Air Out Of the Radiator You can let the air out of the radiator by allowing it to bleed. First of all, you will have to locate the highest bleeder valve on your radiator. It looks like a hex nut with a head that has a little spout. In some cases, the nut is equipped with a special head that requires a special tool to unscrew, which can be bought in your local DIY store. Before opening the bleed valve, turn the radiator ‘on’ for about an hour. This will ensure the system is heated up thoroughly and builds up enough pressure. Now turn the boiler ‘off’. Place a bucket directly under the bleed valve on the floor and slowly unscrew it. You will have to be very careful while doing this, as the radiator and water in it are still hot. As soon as you unscrew the valve, air, along with water starts coming out with a sputtering like sound. After sometime, when you no longer hear a knocking noise coming from radiators and the water starts flowing smoothly, close the valve. Turn on the radiator and check for the knocking and banging sounds. If they still persist, repeat the process again. Power Flushing...How To Handle A Carbon Monoxide Leak
Knowing how to handle a carbon monoxide leak can save your life and your family’s. Carbon Monoxide: What is it? Carbon monoxide is a chemical compound that is colorless, odorless and tasteless. This gas is only slightly lighter than air, thus it is hard to differentiate. Over exposure to carbon monoxide or amounts of it in high quantities is lethal. Small quantities of this gas is found in animal metabolism. Some carbon monoxide particles can also be found in the atmosphere as a result of volcanic activity. It can also be present in urbanized areas, and can come from toxic fumes from various vehicles. Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Indoors. carbon monoxide can come from malfunctioning gas appliances. Some examples are boilers, ranges, cookers, ovens, water heaters, air conditioners and machines that use gas such as generators. In areas that are enclosed, small carbon monoxide leaks can rise to dangerous and deadly levels pretty fast. Because you cannot see, smell or taste the poison, it can kill you without putting up a fight. In the US, an average of 170 people die every year because of carbon monoxide poisoning. Thousands are treated in hospitals due to exposure to smaller, non -lethal amounts of the gas. In the UK, carbon monoxide poisoning leads to about 50 deaths in England and Wales alone. The numbers especially rise during winter, when home owners use gas appliances like heaters more than any other time of the year. How To Handle A Carbon Monoxide Leak It is important for every home owner to have the basic know -how on how to handle a...
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