Is My Boiler Broken? [Signs to look out for] | Boiler Expert

Has my boiler broken down?

When a boiler breaks down, it causes a lot of inconveniences, especially because you will need to find a qualified heating engineer to come and repair it. You can perform some simple checks yourself before calling an engineer or you can simply call our boiler experts on 07976 271 681.

If you're reading this, there is a chance that your boiler has stopped working or you are worried that it has broken down. Before you call a heating engineer, there are a few signs you can look out for and things you can do to check before calling a heating engineer.

You should never attempt to repair a broken boiler yourself, since this should always be carried out by a qualified Gas Safe registered engineer.

Signs of a broken boiler

Aside from discovering a lack of heat or hot water in your home, there are a few other frequent boiler issues to keep an eye out for, including:

• There are unusual sounds coming from your boiler
• The pilot light is orange
• There is loss of pressure
• There are signs of leaks

What you need to check before calling a heating engineer

Is there power?

Check to see if your boiler is on by looking at the display and ensuring that it is on and the timings are correct. There could be a possibility that your boiler may have been reset due to a power outage. If your boiler isn't working, try resetting it according to the manual's directions.

Check your gas supply

Try checking the gas stove; it is the easiest approach to see if you have a problem with your gas supply. If, after doing so, you still find additional issues, it could mean that there is a problem with your gas supply rather than your boiler.

Thermostat

Check to verify whether your thermostat is set to a temperature higher than room temperature. Alternatively, if your heating is controlled by a timer, double-check that the thermostat is set to the correct time.

Want to know more?

Speak with our heating engineers in Redditch, Studley, Alvechurch and Bromsgove by calling us on 07976 271 681 and we will be happy to help with any boiler repair services that you require.

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