Boiler Repairs, Maintenance, and Energy Saving Tips

BOILER REPAIRS MAINTAINANCE ENERGY SAVING TIPS Common Boiler Problems Black Need to frequently percolating add makeup water Popping or Metal flakes found in flueway units do not Domestic radiators or water from tankless heater is hot then Frequent release of Some Rapid cycling water noise heard condition in boiler water baseboard Burner through relief turns on heat or are and off suddenly turns cold or is always lukewarm frequently valve noisy combustion air supply thermostat boiler piping combustion gases heater expansion tank internal insulate waterways air in system low system pressure drafts or heat affect reading heat anticipator heater control mixing valve constant incorrect use of makeup water incorrect setting mineral deposits pH contaminated stop-leak compound has been added to water leaks condensation limit set too low Domestic flow rate too high oxygen corrosion water-logged too small Servicing: What Actually Happens A visual check to ensure your boiler still meets current standards Boiler casing removed to check all main boiler Checks to ensure flue terminals are unobstructed and internal flue Gas valve adjusted to check that burner is combusting efficiently and properly Boiler fired to identify any working faults components are sealed properly components You should receive a service Boiler casing put back on; check that properly sealed Gas tightness test conducted to ensure no leaks Inside casing surfaces cleaned Boiler parts cleaned if report that shows everything the engineer has done to maintain your boiler necessary Proper Maintanance During Heating Season BEGINNING WEEKLY END SHUTDOWN %3. ... Call a qualified service techničian to perform annual service Check for and remove any obstructions to flow of combustioņ or ventilation air If tankless heater is installed, boiler will continue to operate. Check for the following: Do not drain boiler unless exposure to freezing temperatures will occur Always keep manual fuel supply shut'off if burner is shut down for an extended period of time All daily and weekly Chęck that breeching is attached between boiler and chimney DAILY ..... Check for oil leaks in oil piping and around burner instructions must be followed Turn off switch at boiler and any external switch to boiler Burner motor,may have to be oiled Close fuel valves Check that boiler area is free from combustible Chęck for water leaks in boiler and piping; also check for leaks around tankless heater plate Turn off water feed value Cover burner to protect from dust and dampness Roof Insulation Around 30% of the heat loss Energy Saving Tips from the property is though the roof The old insulation should be replaced ideally with 200 mm thickness or more This could save around £175 per year Reducing Room Thermostats Cavity Wall Insulation Reducing the settings on the thermostat by 1°C can reduce fuel consumption by up to' 10% Cavity wall insulation acts as a blanket to help stop heat from escaping through the walls This could help save up to £135 per year New Control Systems Curtains Upgrade heating control system with the latest equipment available such as a programmer, interlocking room thermostat and thermostatic radiator Heavier full-length curtains can provide excellent insulation Always ensure that the curtains are not draping over any radiators valves Radiators Window Frames The performance will be affected if the curtains are draping over the radiator Glazed windows can lose a great deal of heat It should be replaced with PVCU or wooden framed double glazed units Shelves fitted above or in front of the radiator should be avoided Draughts Ensure that draughts around doors, windows, letterboxes and keyholes are reduce by using a súitable draught excluder Switching to A rated boiler If the boiler is over 15 years then it may be G rated, switching to an A-rated boiler could save £235 on the heating bill This could save around £25 per year Add a jacket to the hot water cylinder to save up to £35 per year dp LONDON LTD SOURCES www.mrboilerrepairs.co.uk/energy-saving-tips weil-mclain.com/en/assets/pdf/wgo_boiler_manual.pdf www.thehonestplumber.co.uk/boiler-service-checklist(2527824).htm www.dhpboilerrepairsgreenwich.co.uk