The UK has extremely cold weather with some parts reaching the lowest temperatures in more than 25 years last night. The cold weather means Brits are more likely to turn their heating on for longer periods of time and use it more frequently. Experts have shared what to do if you think your boiler is on the verge.
The experts explain that common signs of a faulty boiler are an orange or yellow control light when it should be blue, as well as popping, clinking or knocking noises.
Other signs include failure to maintain constant pressure and an abnormally high amount of gas being burned through.
What are the simple checks you can do to check for a broken boiler?
Boiler Guide’s experts explain that you need to check your power supply and make sure your boiler is still connected. If this is the case, but you do not have electricity yet, you should contact your electricity supplier.
If the boiler pressure is too low, you should follow the manufacturer’s instructions to refill and restart the entire system.
You also need to check that the thermostat is working and that there are frozen pipes.
Frozen pipes are a common problem in winter and the clogging can cause the water to fill the kettle, triggering an automatic shutdown.
This is best solved by an engineer, but there are a few ways you can try to solve it yourself.
The experts recommend pouring hot but not boiling water onto the end of the pipe and applying a hot water bottle or heat pack to the pipe.
All of these steps can be tested before calling an expert, and they can save you a fortune.
If you are still having problems, a professional should be consulted to resolve the problem.
David Holmes added, “If you have any problems with your heating, don’t hesitate to get help. Heating engineers are classified as key workers and can visit your home safely and in accordance with current lockdown policies. ”
A broken boiler should never be ignored as the dangers can include a carbon monoxide leak or even an explosion.
