How often should a gas boiler be serviced?

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Whether you are a homeowner, or you are a landlord running several homes, you need to think about how you are keeping your home and water heated. If you have an electric boiler, you might not need to service it as often, but a gas boiler has to be serviced at least once per year. An annual service by a Gas Safe Registered engineer ensures that your gas boiler maintains its integrity and most importantly, its safety. Sometimes, skipping an annual gas boiler service can leave your home insurance vulnerable.

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What is the difference between a boiler and a heat pump?

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There is a rising popularity of renewable energy sources, and systems for heating that go against the traditional. Despite this, boilers are still the most popular option for heating the home vs heat pumps. Both have their merits, but the boiler still comes up trumps compared to the heat pumps on the market today

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My boiler is leaking, what do I do?

It can be worrying when you come across your boiler and notice water has been leaking in some way. There may be two things that you have to consider. It may need a repair, or it could need replacing. The main thing to recognise are the reasons why this could be happening and what you should do. In this article we will cover that.

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Signs your boiler might need replacing

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Signs that your boiler might need replacing are not always obvious. The best way to know for sure is to have an expert look at it. However, there are some signs you can watch out for in the meantime. You can do several things to improve how your boiler operates and extend its life span, but if any warning signs pop up, you should be prepared with a solution just in case.

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