Posted on: 19 February 2025
A well-maintained boiler is crucial for keeping your home warm and safe, particularly during the colder months. Regular servicing not only ensures your heating system operates efficiently but also helps prevent costly breakdowns. Here’s why scheduling an annual boiler service is essential and what you can expect during the process.
Maintain Your Boiler’s Guarantee and Warranty
Most boiler manufacturers require an annual service to keep your guarantee or warranty valid. Failing to service your boiler regularly may void your cover, leaving you to pay for any unexpected repairs. By booking a yearly service, you’re not only keeping your boiler in top condition but also ensuring that any potential issues are covered under your manufacturer’s warranty should they arise.
How Often Should You Service Your Boiler?
We recommend servicing your boiler once a year. This proactive approach helps detect early signs of wear and tear, reducing the risk of breakdowns and ensuring your system is running efficiently. It’s best to schedule your service outside peak winter months, when engineers are busiest dealing with emergency breakdowns.
How Long Does a Boiler Service Take?
A full boiler service typically takes between 45 minutes to an hour, depending on the boiler’s condition and any additional checks required. This thorough assessment ensures your boiler is working safely and efficiently.
What Does a Boiler Service Include?
When one of our Gas Safe or OFTEC-registered engineers services your boiler, they will:
- Inspect the boiler for leaks and corrosion
- Check the boiler’s controls to ensure it operates correctly
- Clean components where necessary to improve efficiency
- Inspect and test the flue to ensure safe emissions
- Conduct a flue analyser test to measure the efficiency of combustion
- Check the gas meter to confirm adequate gas supply to the property
For oil boilers, servicing includes checking the oil nozzle, cleaning internal components, inspecting the baffles, and assessing the oil tank for leaks or contamination.
Gas Safety Inspection vs Full Boiler Service
It’s important to understand that a gas safety inspection is not the same as a full boiler service. A gas safety check ensures that gas appliances meet legal safety standards but does not include detailed cleaning or efficiency testing. We recently created a side-by-side video demonstrating the difference between the two, showcasing the length and depth of a full boiler service versus a gas safety inspection.
Priority Service for Regular Customers
During winter, boiler breakdowns can be frustrating, but we prioritise customers who have kept up with their annual servicing over those who have lapsed. Regular servicing ensures your boiler is in good working order and reduces the likelihood of unexpected breakdowns. Those who maintain their service history with us will typically receive faster response times and priority scheduling in emergency situations.
Book Your Boiler Service Today
Don’t wait for a breakdown to find out your boiler isn’t working as it should. Book your annual service today to ensure your heating system is safe, efficient, and covered under warranty. Customers, including non-existing customers, can book and pay online with our online booking facility.