Boiler Maintenance Tips for Your Boiler

Keeping on top of your boiler is similar to that of your vehicle; by offering the care and attention our boilers deserve for all their hard work, you can keep it in good condition for much longer. In our blog post here at MasterGas Heating & Plumbing, we've created a list of tips for looking after your boiler. From power flushing options to lagging the pipes, find out more below. You should be aware however, that whilst these tips are great knowing, if you notice anything unusual with your boiler, get in touch with a Gas Safe registered engineer. To contact us, simply call us on, 0121 664 0001 or 07545 327 125.

Lagging The Pipes

The first tip to discuss is lagging the pipes; this involves insulating the pipes to prevent it from freezing up when the colder months of the year arrive and temperatures are capable of dropping below zero. 

Powerflushing Your Central Heating System

Powerflushing is a great option for your central heating system and the radiators throughout your property. Power-flushing is where a Gas Safe registered engineer removes all the rust, sludge and debris that has built up in the system over time. By doing so, there's plenty of benefits and the central heating system and radiators can begin performing as you once remember them to. 

Annual Boiler Service

A boiler service is annually recommended service for your boiler in which a Gas Safe registered engineer takes a look at your boiler to ensure everything is in working order and operating efficiently. Having your boiler serviced on an annual basis should be enough to prevent problems and faults and means your boiler receives the care and attention from an engineer. 

Bleeding The Radiators in Your Property

Bleeding the radiators is a great way improve the efficiency of your boiler. By bleeding the radiators you can make sure that they are running properly. This is an option if you notice cold spots on your radiator or if your radiators take longer and longer to warm up. 

Need Our Services in Birmingham? 

Whilst the tips are great knowing, if you require services for your boiler, please get in touch with us here at MasterGas Heating & Plumbing. We offer boiler services such as boiler installation, servicing, repair across Birmingham, Tamworth, Great Barr, Sutton Coldfield, Walsall and West Bromwich. To contact us, just give us a call on, 0121 664 0001 or 07545 327 125 or send us an email at, lee@mastergasheating.co.uk. You can also use the handy contact form on our website to send us a message. We look forward to hearing from you and hope you choose MasterGas Heating & Plumbing for your boiler needs.