About Emergency Boiler Repair Services

You never know when you might need an emergency boiler repair in Newport. Breakdowns can take place at any given moment, leaving you without heat or hot water. Let’s Heat deal with all kinds of boiler repairs, whether you have an emergency repair or one off repair.

Several things can go wrong with your boiler. It’s important to know if it is an emergency repair or a one off repair. Here’s a list of what is considered to be an emergency:

• No heating or hot water in winter
• A gas leak

We respond to an emergency boiler repair in Newport within 24 hours and will try our best to be at your doorstep as soon as possible.

What is a gas leak?

A gas leak is a very serious problem. It is not to be taken lightly as it can lead to dangerous health issues for your family. You will simply be able to smell the gas when it’s leaking. Natural gas has a smell added to it to make it easier to detect. When there is an issue preventing your boiler from burning fuel for completion, carbon monoxide can be produced and released. Without a doubt, it’s a lethal gas and can cause many health problems.

Carbon monoxide has no smell added to it. It is also colourless. In order to detect a carbon monoxide leak, an alarm system should be placed near your system.

What are the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning?

• Dizziness
• Headaches
• Nausea
• Breathlessness
• Collapsing
• Unconsciousness

What to do in the event of gas leak

• Firstly, open all windows and doors
• Do not press any switches or light any flames whatsoever
• Evacuate and leave the property
• You can call the Gas Emergency Service

What are some of the most common emergency boiler repairs?

Some repairs are more common than others due the frequency at which they happen. It is always advisable that you hire a professional gas engineer to carry out these repairs to be on the safe side even when you think it is a minor repair.

Boiler leaking

A leaking boiler or a leaking central heating is a serious problem, no matter how insignificant the leaking is. It is best to turn off your water supply as well as your boiler when you spot a leak in order not to make it any worse.

A broken component is usually the cause of a boiler leak. That is why, a Gas Safe registered engineer should be the one doing the repair. Either a pressure valve or a pump steal are responsible for the leak. They might be worn out and need to be replaced. Pipe corrosion or poor installation can also cause a leak in your system. High boiler pressure is also on the list of things that can cause boiler leak. When you increase the water pressure of your boiler, make sure that you haven’t exceeded the level administered by the manufacturer.

No hot water or heating

We know how annoying and upsetting it is to be left without hot water in the midst of winter. Several factors and reasons can cause this problem. To name a few:

• Power to the boiler is off
• Gas is not being supplied to your property or that the oil storage tank is empty
• Boiler pressure is too low.
• The condensate pipe may be frozen due to freezing weather conditions

Check the pilot light on your boiler to see if it is on or not if you have an old boiler. Without a pilot light, you will be left without hot water and heating. A pilot light is an indication of the status of your boiler. It lights a larger flame when there is a need for hot water or heating.

Cold radiators

One of the most common problems you can come across is cold patches on radiators. However, they are easy to solve and get rid of. Hot water is circulated around the radiators when you turn on your central heating. A buildup of air in your system can sometimes block your system, preventing hot water from heating the whole radiators. This will result in cold patches on your radiators. In order to get the water flowing through the entire radiator again, the air should be freed from the system. This process of releasing air from radiators is known as bleeding.

Hot water but no heating

Some minor issues can be the cause for lack of heating. Make sure to check your thermostat. It might need to be adjusted. You can also take a look at the pressure of your boiler. A drop in pressure can cause a failure of your central heating system.

When both the thermostat and the boiler pressure are fine, then you should get in touch with a gas engineer. It is possible that a certain part within your boiler has either failed or is broken. If domestic hot water is running fine but there is no heating, then a broken diaphragm, motorised valve or a faulty airlock could be responsible.

When it comes to combi boilers, they have a diverter valve that directs hot water to either the hot water outlets or the central heating system. If this diverter, however, gets stuck, you might be left with available hot water and no heating.

Low boiler pressure

A boiler will not operate well without the sufficient and required pressure. As a result, you will be without central heating and hot water. Water pressure can naturally decrease over time. However, a sudden drop in pressure can be a sign of water leak. The boiler and the water supply should be shut off in case of water leak. A heating engineer should be contacted.

To check the boiler pressure, you can look at the pressure gauge on the front of the unit. The cause of the problem will be the low boiler pressure if the dial is anywhere below 1bar. Check the instructions provided by the manufacturer to know the right pressure. However, boiler pressure is usually around 1.5bar.

How much does boiler repair cost in Newport?

A boiler repair usually costs between £100 to £500, depending on the seriousness of the problem and several other factors.

Most common repairs and their cost:

Diverter valve      £150 – £35

Pump                  £100 – £30

Flue                     £15

Fan                      £100 – £20

Printed circuit board (PCB) £150 – £500

Heat exchanger £300 – £500

Motorised valve £30

How to avoid costly boiler repairs?

To avoid costly boiler repairs you can easily get annual boiler service. A regular boiler service can save you money on expensive repairs as well as keep your boiler running smoothly and efficiently.

Your boiler performance in general is bound to drop in time and lose some of its old efficiency. However, with regular maintenance and servicing, this ageing process will be delayed and you will be able to extend the lifespan of your boiler for years to come.

Generally speaking, most boilers have a standard warranty of 5 years. However, some boiler brands do have longer warranty periods. If you want your boiler warranty to stay valid, then regular service is required. In other words, your warranty will be valid when your boiler is serviced on a regular basis.

Should I repair or replace my boiler?

If you find yourself calling a gas engineer regularly and more than usual, then it might be a clear sign that you might need a boiler replacement. Investment in a new boiler might save you more money in the long run than paying money for repairs on a regular basis.

The lifespan of a boiler is set to be around 10-15 years. It is advisable that a 15 years old boiler is bound to be replaced. That, however, does not mean that you should wait 15 years in order to replace your boiler. If your boiler is giving you troubles, then it might be time for you to replace it, especially if it is over 8 years old.

Replacing a boiler has several benefits. A new boiler is always more efficient than an old one and it can save you money on high energy bills. When an old boiler drops in efficiency, it can waste more energy and as a result, you can get higher energy bills.

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