When your residential boiler gets faulty, all kinds of dangerous and costly problems can arise. Knowing when your boiler requires an upgrade and what signs to look out for can prevent you from serious frustration, especially in the middle of winter.
Regular maintenance is always encouraged and a must, but sometimes getting a new replacement can save you both time and money than fixing an old one.
Look out for these 7 easy-to-spot signs to help you know when it’s time to invest in a new boiler.
1. Lack of heat and hot water
Nothing is more annoying than a cold bath in freezing winter weather. If you have no heat and hot water, various things might be wrong with your boiler. Frozen pipes, faulty diaphragms and valves, whatever it is, it’s a good idea to have a qualified service take a look at it, and if necessary, replace it.
2. Loss of pressure
Without proper pressure, your boiler can’t function as it should. If you notice that your boiler is constantly losing pressure despite having yearly maintenance, and you keep adjusting it regularly, it might be time to consider a new one.
Sometimes, boilers can’t do what they’re supposed to anymore, and the best option is to have an expert look into it. If the problems are not minor, you might have to consider investing in a new one.
3. Leaking and dripping
There should be absolutely nothing dripping from your boiler – not even water. If a valve is at fault or other internal components are malfunctioning, and you notice a puddle of liquid around your boiler, turn it off and have an engineer check it.
Disregarding this problem can later lead to significant issues. Apart from the wasted water and high bills, there are risks of rust and corrosion and damage to the structure of your property.
Experts at RD Heat can visit your home, and after removing your old boiler, install a brand new, and most importantly, a non-leaking boiler for you!
4. Strange noises
A working boiler, when on, should have a low humming sound that isn’t that noticeable. If your boiler is making strange noises you’re not used to; it’s time to give a call to a specialist.
5. Hard-to-find replacement parts
Regular maintenance is crucial for the proper working of a boiler, but if you feel like each year, upgrade parts are getting harder and harder to find, then it might be time to consider a newer model.
6. The gas colour changes
The colour the gas burns in your boiler should always be blue. If you notice a change in colour to anything like orange or yellow, call a gas-safe expert to inspect the problem. They will let you know whether you can resolve the issue with upgrades or you need a new boiler.
7. Odd smells
Your boiler should not emit any kind of smell when it’s on. If you notice a strange, eggy odour coming from your boiler, there’s probably a gas leak. Gas leaks are hazardous and can be fatal for you and your family.
In case you smell a faint smell coming from your boiler, immediately
- turn off your boiler
- Get out of the house
- Call the emergency gas line on 0800 111 999
Remember to be safe and take precautions. Don’t regard problems you notice with your boiler as ‘minor’. A new boiler with no faults is an excellent investment that can save you both time and frustrating increased bills.
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