You're probably not thinking about getting your boiler serviced while you're resting in the sun or eating al fresco during the beautiful, warm summer months, because why worry about your central heating while it's hot, right? But you're missing a trick... Booking your boiler service for the summer months can be beneficial in a number of different ways. Read this blog post to find out how!
If you're thinking about getting a boiler service this summer, Boiler Boys London can help. We offer boiler servicing throughout Ealing and any of the surrounding areas including Hanwell, Northfields and Pitshanger Lane. If you would like to know more about our services, simply get in touch by calling us on 020 8997 0614.
How often should a boiler be serviced?
For starters, in order to keep a boiler's warranty valid, it normally requires annual boiler servicing. So, if you want to keep your boiler under warranty, make sure you book a yearly service with Boiler Boys London.
Apart from that, the most important reason to have your boiler serviced annually is to confirm that it is running safely and efficiently, to give you peace of mind that you're not spending more than you could be on your monthly gas bills. You should also ensure that a qualified and Gas Safe registered heating engineer should do always carry out a service.
A routine boiler service includes a number of visual and functional examinations and testing. These are intended to guarantee that your boiler is safe and working effectively.
How long does it take to service a boiler?
An annual boiler service may seem like it should take a long time to perform, but on a single boiler, these checks, assessments and tests can be completed in as little as an hour, provided you keep up with your checks.
In some cases though, this process could take a little longer. If defects are discovered by our heating engineer, for example, it may take some time for the engineer to determine what work needs to be done in order to get your boiler back up and running. Another situation where things can take longer than an hour is when your boiler is located in a place that's not as accessible and difficult to reach, such as a boiler that's behind a gas fire.
The top three reasons why summer boiler servicing is preferable.
So, we all know that having our boiler professionally inspected in a boiler service once a year provides a lot of benefits, but when is the optimal time to get your boiler serviced? We've compiled a list of four reasons why you should opt for a summer boiler servicing over a winter inspection.
1. Summer boiler services are more convenient
During the slower summer months, many heating engineers have smaller waiting lists. Since boilers aren't utilised as much throughout the summer, as central heating isn't required as often, the number of boiler breakdowns is substantially lower than in the winter. This means that heating engineers such as the team here at Boiler Boys London, are more likely to accommodate your request for a boiler service appointment during this warmer season.
If you delay getting your boiler serviced until the winter, you are much more likely to face higher wait times for your routine check. As many homeowners turn on their heating for the first time in a long time in the autumn, engineers must prioritise emergency boiler repairs, which would likely mean that you may have to book an appointment at a time that is inconvenient for you to get your boiler inspected.
Also, if you have children, it might be a good idea to schedule your boiler service during their summer holidays while you're at home with them! This means you won't have to arrange time off from work during the winter to make sure you're available for the boiler service, should the heating engineer need to ask you any questions or update you with your boiler's health.
2. Improve your boiler's efficiency
Your boiler may use more fuel if it is not operating efficiently, resulting in increased fuel expenses. The efficiency of the boiler will be checked by the Gas Safe heating engineer, and if necessary, changes or repairs will be done or suggested.
If you decide on booking in a summer boiler service, the inspections are performed when your boiler is not being used for central heating, allowing any efficiency issues to be addressed before the cold weather arrives. This means you'll have a more efficient boiler during the winter months, which might save you money on energy and cut your expenses during a time when your boiler is going to need to be at its best operating potential.
3. Early fault detection
All boilers, like cars, require routine maintenance. You could risk critical sections of your boiler seizing or pipes corroding if you don't use your boiler at least at some point during the summer. Even if your boiler isn't used every day, it should be turned on every now and then to ensure that all of the internal components are in good operating order.
When your boiler is not in regular use, one approach to address this problem is to get your boiler serviced during the warmer summer months. This will allow your boiler to be ignited, allowing it to run and avoid the aforementioned issues.
Choosing a summer boiler service will also reveal any potential issues that could cause the boiler to break down when it is being used at full capacity during the winter. Any issues discovered by the engineer can be resolved during the summer months with minimal inconvenience to you. When it's warmer outside, it's much easier to get your boiler fixed or replaced. When it's cold outside, when you may have to use more expensive heating methods or temporarily leave your home.
Get in touch with us today to book your summer boiler service
If you'd like to arrange a boiler service in Ealing and the surrounding areas, including Hanwell, Northfields, and Pitshanger Lane, please call us at 020 8997 0614. You could also send us an email at info@boilerboyslondon.co.uk or send us a line using our contact form, and we'll respond as soon as possible!
