Winter is not far off, and ensuring your boiler is in top condition is essential for a warm and cosy home. Here's how homeowners in Tyne & Wear can prepare their boilers for the colder months.
Schedule a Professional Inspection
Before the chill sets in, have a Gas Safe registered engineer perform a thorough inspection. This ensures any potential issues are addressed before they become costly problems. It also protects your manufacturer's warranty.
Bleed Your Radiators
Trapped air can prevent radiators from heating efficiently. Bleeding them releases this air, ensuring optimal performance, and lowering the cost of heating your rooms.
Check the Boiler Pressure
Maintaining the correct boiler pressure (typically between 1-2 bars) ensures efficient operation. You should be able to see this on the front of your boiler, and there should be a little tap or valve to turn underneath.
Refer to your boiler's manual, or feel free to give us a call if you're unsure. Advice is always free!
Insulate Pipes
Prevent pipes from freezing and bursting by insulating them, especially those in unheated areas like attics or garages.
Test the Thermostat
Ensure your thermostat communicates effectively with your boiler by changing the temperature and seeing if your boiler responds. You can also ask us about upgrading to a smart thermostat for better energy management.
Clear the Area Around the Boiler & Radiators
A clutter-free area around the boiler ensures proper ventilation and easy access for maintenance. And getting rid of radiator covers and furniture from in front ensures air convection circulates the cold air towards the radiator and the warm air away, filling the room efficiently, and lowering the cost of heating the space.
It's a little-known fact that radiator covers can noticeably increase your energy bills, especially in the winter months.
Conclusion
Taking these proactive steps can save you from unexpected breakdowns and ensure a warm home throughout winter. For professional assistance, Prime Gas Heating offers comprehensive boiler maintenance services in South Shields, South Tyneside and beyond! Click below to Contact Us today and schedule an inspection with one of our Gas Safe registered engineers.
