How often does your boiler need servicing?

Home maintenance is an important responsibility for every tenant and homeowner. One essential maintenance task that should be on everyone’s list is boiler servicing.

Whilst the summer months bring warmer weather and less of a need for central heating, the servicing of your boiler should never be too far from your mind. Here we discuss the importance of boiler servicing and reveal just how often you should have your boiler serviced to uphold the health and safety of your home’s central heating system.

Why is boiler servicing important?

Boiler servicing is essential, whether you live in a terraced house or a larger, detached property. The safety of all who live within your property is after all of the utmost importance. Without the right level of servicing, your boiler could generate and emit carbon monoxide, a deadly gas that could put your family at risk.

In addition to keeping you and your family safe, servicing can save you lots of money. Serviced boilers are much less likely to breakdown, which means you don’t have to spend your hard earned cash on boiler repairs and replacement. Serviced boilers are also more efficient, meaning you’ll save money on your gas bill.

If your boiler has recently been installed, regular servicing is required to keep your warranty valid.

What does boiler servicing involve?

A boiler service should be performed by a Gas Safe Registered engineer. Your engineer will complete a visual inspection, gas safety test, examine your boiler for faults, and check the function of its main components to ensure you can reap all the rewards mentioned above.

How often should I have my boiler serviced?

Your boiler should be serviced annually to give you peace of mind, uphold any warranty, and keep your boiler and wider central heating system functioning correctly, safely and efficiently.

Whilst boiler usage decreases during the summer months, the ideal time to get your boiler serviced is every summer. This will ensure greater availability of Gas Safe Registered engineers and greater confidence that your boiler will be at its best come winter.

I’m due for a service, where can I find an engineer?

Finding a qualified, Gas Safe Registered engineer to undertake your upcoming boiler service is simple. Just use our search tool to find a local plumber in your area for the right price. Start your search for a local plumber right here.