5 Tips to repairing your boiler in London

Boiler breakdown is very common especially if the boiler is used often. In the event that your boiler stops working knowing a few repair techniques can come in handy. Learning how to carry out boiler repair London can save you money and time. Here are a few repair tips which may come in handy the next time your boiler stops working.

  1. Check the pressure gauge

Once you realize that the pressure gauge is not working you need to check the boiler’s parts to determine what isn’t working correctly. In most cases when your boiler pressure is low then this makes the pressure gauge stop working. Check to see if the pressure is as it should be and if you see that the gauge is indicating low pressure then the first step is to concentrate on fixing this. The solution to this is to top up the pressure and this is usually straightforward once you consult the boiler’s manual.

  1.    Reset the Boiler

Every boiler has a timer and if you have recently had a power outage then you need to check the timer and reprogram it as necessary. Each boiler has a different type of timer and when you realize it’s not working then you need to consult the manual. Once you find the reset button for your boiler what you need to do is press the button for like 10 seconds. After that, the boiler should work.

  1.    Check the thermostat

Another area which can become faulty is the thermostat. Before calling an engineer, check to see if the thermostat is broken and if it is then you may need to replace it. To check the thermostat, start by ensuring that the temperature is configured to the right degrees. You may also need to check if the batteries are adequate and if not replace them with new batteries. Low battery signal will always display on the small LCD screen.

  1.    Check to see if your pilot light is on

The pilot light is another area which you need to check to make sure that it is on. If the pilot light is not on then your boiler will not work and you may need to consult the manual for directions on how to fix it. In the process of relighting the pilot light, it’s very important that you follow the manual instructions carefully as to not damage the boiler or cause a fire.

  1.    Bleed radiators

The first step is to check which radiator is not warm and this can be caused by air that has been sucked in. Listen for a hissing sound to determine if the gas is escaping. Make sure that all the gas has escaped, then close the radiator valve. Turn on the radiator and if you no longer hear any hissing sounds then it means that all the air has escaped. It’s important to check the pressure gauge because bleeding the radiator leads to a drop in pressure so it’s important to fill it up.

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