When a plumbing or heating issue arises at home, how do you know when to call a plumber or a heating engineer? Are there specific instances whereby a plumber should be called instead of a heating engineer or is it always best to call a heating engineer just in case they are needed? Find out in this blog post!
Your home's plumbing is an important component of what makes it a functional and comfortable place to live in. When we talk about plumbing, we mean everything relating to your home's pipes and water, and when something goes wrong, it may cause a very inconvenient interruption to your day. The same can be said for your heating system since no one wants to be without a functioning boiler.
Plumbing and heating repairs in Ealing and any surrounding areas
We all rely on a functional toilet, a comfortable home, and hot running water, for example, and losing these is never nice!
Whether the plumbing or heating problem is severe or tiny, you'll want it repaired as soon as possible so that life can return to normal and you can rest in your house.
While plumbing and heating are both covered under the same umbrella, problems aren't often resolved by the same tradesperson. We explain when you should contact a plumber and when you should call a Gas Safe registered heating engineer below.
Do I need a plumber or a heating engineer?
When you should call a plumber
If something goes wrong with your home's pipes or water appliances in your home, then you should contact a plumber. A plumber is likely to have all the experience, abilities, and knowledge to properly inspect a damaged dishwasher or washing machine, as well as a leaky or busted pipe.
Plumbers may also replace faucets, repair showers, install bathroom and kitchen sinks, and repair toilet systems, among other things. A plumber will inspect the problem in your house and fix or replace any essential parts. They will explain everything that is going on, provide you with estimated repair times, and assist you in restoring the health of your home's plumbing.
When you should call a heating engineer
Heating engineers are the only individuals who are qualified to work on your central heating system. This usually refers to your gas boiler, but it also involves any repair that you might need on your radiators or even your thermostat. While a plumber has many abilities, if they haven't completed heating qualifications such as their Gas Safe registration, then, unfortunately, they lack the expertise needed to work safely on your gas central heating system.
Get in touch with Boiler Boys London
If you have a problem with your boiler, need it maintained, or are thinking about installing a new one, you should contact a Gas Safe licenced heating expert like us here at Boiler Boys London. We have all the necessary abilities and expertise to diagnose both plumbing and heating problems; we can perform repairs, replace parts, and install and service new equipment.
