BOILER SERVICE IN BRIGHTON
GETTING YOUR BOILER SERVICE IN BRIGHTON WITH G&K
If you need a boiler service in Brighton & Hove, look no further than G&K Heating. We are a plumbing and heating company that operates throughout Brighton and surrounding areas. We offer services such as boiler replacement and emergency boiler repair, heating repair, as well as emergency plumbing, and here is why you should choose us…
At G&K, we have a team of Gas Safe registered engineers who are dedicated to customer satisfaction. We assess the extent of the damage and guide you through the servicing and repair process. Click here to see what other customers have to say about us.
We understand how frustrating it is when your boiler system stops working. Once you call us, we will assess the damage and fix it within 24 hours. Our opening times are Monday – Friday 8am – 4:30 pm, while on the weekends, we offer a weekend emergency call out service.
Whether you have a Worcester Bosch, Vaillant, Glow Worm, or any other type of boiler, we can help.
HOW DO I KNOW I NEED A BOILER SERVICE
Boiler problems to look out for
If you’re looking for a boiler service in Brighton and Hove, please don’t wait for your boiler to shut down to get it serviced. Once it starts showing any of the following signs, call us immediately.
The pilot light keeps going out
A pilot light that doesn’t stay lit is a clear indication that your boiler is malfunctioning. The pilot light works as an ignition source, and therefore, when it goes out, the boiler cannot be turned on.
Strange sounds coming from the boiler
If you hear clunking or hissing noises coming from your boiler, your boiler is about to break down, and it is in dire need of service. These sounds are usually caused by sludge or iron deposits in the boiler, which causes overheating and uneven distribution of water.
Metallic Odour
Radiators are not warming up
You should feel a temperature difference once you turn on your central heating. If you don’t, then it means that your boiler’s heating system needs to be looked at.
HAVEN’T HAD A BOILER SERVICE IN A WHILE?
Prevention is better than cure, and so, even if your boiler system is not displaying any of the signs mentioned above, it is crucial that you have it serviced at least once a year. This will help keep the warranty in effect and ensure that your boiler is in tip-top shape at all times.
APPLIANCES WE CAN SERVICE
We provide boiler servicing for a variety of boiler types and heating appliances, making sure that no matter your particular requirements, we have the solutions for you. Our range of services includes:
Combi Boilers: These are space-saving and efficient, great for smaller residences.
- System Boilers: Ideal for houses with several bathrooms, they ensure a steady flow of hot water.
- Regular Boilers: Known as traditional boilers, they’re fit for homes with classic heating and hot water setups.
- Unvented Systems: Offering hot water at mains pressure, these systems deliver enhanced performance.
- Back Boilers: Situated behind a fireplace or stove, offering a more conventional heating solution.
- Warm Air Units: This central heating system circulates warm air via ducts throughout the property.
- Gas Fires: Serve as an extra source of heat, necessitating routine inspections for safety and optimal performance.
WHAT DOES A GAS BOILER SERVICE INCLUDE
For boiler services and our gas boiler service, we use advanced tools to check your boiler, making sure it’s safe and working well, and to see if it needs any repairs.
Here’s what we do in a boiler service:
- Make sure the boiler is installed and located right, following all rules.
- Clean and look over the combustion chamber, fan, heat exchanger, and burner.
- Test the boiler, its flue, safety features, and controls.
- Adjust the burner pressure and how much gas it uses.
- Check that the boiler is safe to use.
- Do a flue gas test to check the mix of air and gas and the levels of carbon monoxide.
After your boiler servicing, we’ll put a sticker on it with the date for the next service and our contact info.
BOILER SERVICE IN BRIGHTON AND HOVE FAQs
How long does a boiler service take?
The time it takes to carry out a boiler service will vary from boiler to boiler. However, in most cases, a boiler service should take around an hour to complete.
If you have a combi boiler, most of the main components are located inside the boiler. Therefore, a combi boiler servicing is often much quicker than other types of boiler.
It often takes longer to service a regular boiler, as most of the components are located outside of the boiler.
This is also true of system boilers, as the water tank – which will be located elsewhere – also needs to be checked.
What does a boiler service include?
During a boiler service, pipes and seals will be checked over for any leaks. We will check the pressure and inspect the boiler flue for safety.
We will also inspect the burner and the heat exchanger in case they need cleaning from any dirt buildup from the gas burning process.
How often should a boiler be serviced?
We would recommend that you get your boiler serviced once a year, especially if you have an oil or gas boiler.
This is to ensure the boiler is still offering high levels of performance, which can also impact your energy bills. When your boiler is not serviced at least once a year, there is a higher risk you will need emergency boiler repair support.
Most boiler manufacturers also ask that customers service their boiler at least once a year to keep their warranty in-tact.
Does a boiler service include bleeding radiators?
Radiators are not checked during a boiler service, but if you’re having problems with your radiators, you can always ask the boiler engineer to have a look at your radiators while they’re at your home.
If you are experiencing cold radiators, this could be due to a build-up of sludge in the system. It is important to resolve this issue as soon as possible, as it could lead to a boiler emergency in the near future.
Do electric boilers need servicing?
Unlike gas and oil boilers, there are no specific requirements to service your electric boilers every year.
However, we would recommend getting your electric boiler serviced once a year to make sure that it’s working properly.
The service check will be carried out by a Gas Safe engineer who will carry an in-depth check of the system to ensure there are no faults developing and that it is performing to the expected level.
What areas do you provide boiler services?
G&K heating provide a wide range of services, including boiler servicing, boiler installation and emergency boiler repairs in the following areas:
Brighton
Hove
Shoreham
Lancing
Steyning
Henfield
Lewes
Peacehaven
Newhaven
Burgess Hill
Haywards Heath
Worthing
Hassocks
Crawley
Horsham
Southwick