A boiler is indispensable; it helps provide you with all the hot water you need, as well as heating your home and making it comfortable. Just like any other appliance or device in your home, a boiler will give out certain signs or symptoms indicating repairs.
You should never ignore these signs, as the problem may get exacerbated and become quite expensive to fix later on. Even worse, you could put your family at risk; boilers that are not inspected and maintained regularly could potentially leak carbon monoxide, which is an odourless and tasteless toxic gas that is tough to detect.
In the UK, 50 people die due to carbon monoxide poisoning every year. This, therefore, makes sense to install a carbon monoxide alarm in your house, besides keeping an eye out for the tell-tale signs.
Leaking Water
If your boiler begins leaking water, it is an indication you need a technician to get it repaired. Often, the water will pool at the base of the boiler. If you do not get the leak fixed, you will be saddled with high utility bills and have an inefficient boiler on your hands.
Unusual Sounds
Boilers usually work without making much of a sound. So, if your boiler begins making strange or unusual noises, it is time to call up a qualified and experienced company to carry out the repairs. This could be a sign that sludge has collected in the boiler resulting in uneven distribution of water, and can cause a boiler to overheat and make it inefficient.
Pilot Light Going Off
If the pilot light goes off, you should first follow the manufacturer’s instructions on how to fire it up again. If this does not work, it is time to call in the expert to find out what is ailing your boiler. Usually, when the pilot light fails to come on, it could be a problem with the ignition system or a case of blockage/soot build-up.
We here at Mirage Heating and Plumbing can supply a wide range of boilers spares to both trade and domestic customers that can ensure a boiler is fully functional once more and the problems outlined above are resolved. If however the problem can’t be resolved, we also stock a number of brand new boilers with full warranty and impressively competitive prices, so get in touch with us today to discover more on how we can help you.
