A broken boiler can be a significant inconvenience, especially during winter when warm water is essential. SR Plumbing & Heating offers professional boiler installations and repairs in Ascot and surrounding areas to alleviate such issues. As registered Gas Safe engineers and plumbers, we are also proficient in various other boiler and central heating services, including servicing and maintenance. Our expertise ensures that we can assist you efficiently with your new heating system.
Whether you have a conventional, system or combi boiler, all new boilers require proper care after installation. Below are some expert tips to keep your boiler running smoothly so you can extend its lifespan and avoid costly and inconvenient boiler repairs in the future.
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Following a boiler installation, many customers ask whether turning off their boilers during summer is advisable. The answer is yes; switching off your new boiler during warmer months reduces the intensity of usage, thereby prolonging its lifespan. Combi boilers can be set to ‘hot water only’, although it’s recommended to turn them on for at least 15 minutes once a month to prevent any potential issues in the winter.
Routinely inspecting your boiler is a valuable method used to identify early signs of potential problems. Listen for unusual sounds, which may indicate the need for attention:
Also, perform visual checks for:
Customers in and around Ascot should contact our team immediately if they notice any of these signs so we can provide safe and efficient repairs.
While there are actions you can take to maintain your boiler, regular servicing by an approved Gas Safe engineer is the most effective method. They will conduct safety checks and offer further maintenance advice. In the Ascot area, our heating engineers and plumbers provide servicing and repairs along with boiler installations to ensure homes remain safe and warm. Boilers should be serviced annually to meet industry standards, preferably during summer, so everything works in winter when you need heating the most. We install new heating systems for our customers when their existing system is in a state of disrepair or requires frequent, costly repairs. Sometimes, it’s better to cut your losses and get a new, efficient boiler, which will likely last longer and give you fewer issues to resolve. Get in touch today to learn more about the boiler we fit and the installation process involved.
