Early Warning Signs Your Boiler is About to Fail

Posted by johnpreston on August 10th, 2017

You don’t have to wait until your equipment fails completely to get boiler repair London. God forbid your boiler breaks down over the weekend, high season or on a holiday when even getting a technician on the phone is a task. Understanding some of the early warning signs of a failing boiler can save you a lot of grief, inconvenience and money by getting the issue resolved in due time. There are a few signs that indicate your boiler might be on its last legs.

Brown/Dirty/Rusty Water

If you notice rusty water coming out of your taps, it is definitely time to get a technician to your home as soon as possible. This problem is especially acute if the rusty water is coming from the hot water taps. Rusty water indicates that the boiler’s interior is rusting and slowly disintegrating. A technician should find a viable solution before you have to replace your unit entirely.

Old Boiler

If you have had your boiler for more than 10 years, it is probably time to replace it. Older boilers are prone to energy efficiency, leaks and other potential problems. If you don’t have the money to replace the unit any time soon, you should definitely get a technician to inspect your unit and make the necessary recommendations. At the very least, an old boiler should have Rayburn service by a certified technician at least once a year.

Water around the Boiler

Pools of water at the base of your equipment are a typical indication that you may have fractures or leaks in the boiler. The metal expands and contracts as the boiler heats and cools, causing fractures and cracks to let water through. It is also possible that the leaks are at the connections or fittings. A service technician should be able to give you a definitive answer. If the leak is left undressed, the boiler will fail completely with time.

Rumbling and Strange Noises

If you notice loud noises including rumbling and banging, it is definitely time to have your boiler looked at. With time, sediments and other debris continue to collect at the bottom of the tank. These foreign bodies are heated regularly and harden over time. This layer of sediments causes inefficiency and eventually wears the metal until the boiler fails completely. It is necessary to get Aga servicing as soon as possible to prevent complete failure.

These are signs of a serious problem with your boiler so there is no guarantee that the equipment won’t eventually fail. This failure is especially imminent if you have had your boiler for more than a decade. Either way, a certified technician can assess the damage and make a recommendation on whether repair or replacing is the best course of action.

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