Has your boiler been giving you problems? Thinking about getting a new boiler installed and the benefits that come with it? As winter approaches, the last thing you need is for your boiler to be malfunctioning. First Response can help you with boiler installations, if you are experiencing any of the faults listed below. A new boiler installation could be the solution to your problems. Its crucial to identify faults with your boiler as this can cause problems for your home and your wallet! A new boiler installation can give you peace of mind and a guaranteed warmed home over winter. Go through our checklist below to see if you might need a new a new boiler.
Here are a list of faults to look out for with your boiler:
No heat or hot water
If you aren’t receiving any hot water or heat then a good place to start is to check the boiler pressure or the thermostat. This could range from issues such as broken airlocks and damaged diaphragms.
Leaking and dripping
If your boiler is leaking or dripping, then we recommend that you take a good look at the boiler. If you can identify where the boiler is leaking from then it can help to diagnose the issue. First Response always recommend that you don’t try and fix a gas boiler yourself, always call out a professional. The most common cause of a leaking boiler is a broken internal component such as a pressure valve or pump seal.
Strange smell from your boiler
Make sure to check the boiler for dark markings around the unit. If you notice the marking or a strange smell this could be a sign of a faulty boiler. We recommend that you contact us as this could be a potential hazard to your health. When carrying out boiler installations our team carry out multiple safety checks to insure your safety. A new boiler installation will keep you warm and safe in your own home.
Kettling
This is what happens when you get a build up of limescale in your system heater exchange, this causes whistles, gurgling and banging noises. This fault may come down to lower pressure or pump failure.
Pilot light keeps going out
This is a very common fault with boilers and there are a few things to look out for. The light could go out due to a broken thermocouple, this is a device that responds to the temperature inside the boiler. The pilot light may also be going out due to a broken seal or a deposit build up in the system.
Lower boiler pressure
We would always recommend to check the built-in pressure gauge, if the gauge reads below one, then you might have an issue. Warning signs to look out for are, a water leak in the system, signs the pressure valve needs replacing, or you have recently bled your radiators.
Frozen condensate pipe
During the winter months you may see a fault code appear on your boiler. This may be due to a frozen condensate pipe, this can be fixed by resetting the system. If this doesn’t work then we recommend calling us on 07581 001234 to speak to our team today.
Thermostat issues
If your heating is turning itself on and off when it’s not supposed to it could be down to a faulty thermostat. We recommend that you carry out a little troubleshooting to find out what the fault may be. A simple one would be to make sure that your thermostat is on and that the settings are correct. Another may be that your boiler might heat your home to a higher temperature, than the one that you have set it too. If you have any questions about thermostats then contact our team today, who will be more than happy to help.
Radiators not getting hot
If your boiler is not getting hot then it might be worth trying to bleed your radiators. This is very simple to do with lots of instruction content out there. If this doesn’t work then you will need to balance your radiator, this is also something you can attempt at home if you feel competent enough. Our friendly engineers can also help you with this process.
Boiler keeps switching itself off
This could be down to a number of issues that include, a faulty thermostat or lack of water flow due to a closed valve. We have covered a number of issues above, we recommend that you contact our team who are gas safe registered engineers who will be able to identify the problem.
Common Questions About Faulty Boilers
How Do I Know if my boiler needs repairing or replacing?
We say that a general lifespan of a boiler can be anywhere from 10-15 years, but it all depends on how much you look after it. Our team will be able to help you decide on when the right time is. Opting for a new boiler installation could be an effective way to keep your home warm and keep the cost of your heating bills down.
How Do I choose between different brands of boilers?
At First Response we have many years of experience and expertise with anything boiler related. We have used many different brands over the years and we have selected list that we recommend. We can help you recommend the right boiler for your needs. Our team can talk you through which is best for your budget, our boiler installation team are experts and will answer any other questions you may have about boiler installations or any other service that we provide.
How do I know if I am getting a good deal?
There is no nonsense at First Response, keeping our customers happy is our top priority. We can talk you through which boiler is suited to your budget and which is best for your home. Boiler installation may seem an expensive prospect but having to pay to repair constantly and the idea that the boiler may break at the worst possible time is not a nice prospect.
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