Importance of Having Your Boiler Serviced Annually
Most boilers have an average lifespan of twenty years. It’s a good return on your initial investment.
You have to maintain your boiler to maximize its lifespan, though. A boiler not serviced at all can expect to last less than 10 years.
Unfortunately, it’s common practice across America to not get regular servicing. Most companies make you pay for an annual maintenance service. It’s a wise investment.
In this article, we hope to show you why this is the case.
Minor Repairs
Annual servicing increases the chances of spotting problems before they turn into catastrophic issues. Boilers rarely work one day and break down the next. Their condition gradually decreases until the owner finally notices.
A boiler repair costs far more than an annual servicing option. If you want to stave off the cost of a repair, do so by catching problems before they happen.
Contractors inform you where there’s potential for a problem. The vast majority of issues can be addressed before they happen, but only if someone regularly checks out your boiler.
Reduce Heating Costs
It’s not just about preventing problems with your boiler. Most boilers will suffer from efficiency decreases before they start to have any real problems. You should see inefficiency in the same light as a broken boiler.
When we talk of inefficiency we talk about a boiler using more fuel than it needs to produce the same amount of heat. Older boilers tend to be more inefficient.
Engineers who service your boiler are also looking for areas where efficiency can be improved. Take their advice on-board because inefficiencies cost hundreds of dollars every year.
Your fuel bills will decrease if you make your boiler more efficient. In some cases, an engineer could recommend replacing the boiler completely.
Carbon Monoxide Threat
The biggest threat from a broken boiler is carbon monoxide poisoning. Some of the main causes of carbon monoxide poisoning are:
- Improper installation.
- Not enough ventilation.
- Leakage.
So how does an annual servicing control the threat of carbon monoxide?
The reason carbon monoxide is such a danger to householders is it’s difficult to spot. It doesn’t have any odor or color. The symptoms come on slowly and can be mistaken for other illnesses. The main symptoms are headaches, nausea, and stomach pains.
Annual servicing helps to spot the warning signs. It’s called ‘the silent killer’ for a reason. It makes no sense to take a risk by not ordering an annual boiler inspection.
Landlords and the Law
Depending on where you are in the country, you will have to look at laws regarding boilers and your obligations. Most states have laws regarding what a landlord must do to ensure their properties are safe.
It doesn’t always extend to demanding yearly servicing, but you will have to have various certifications. The cost of a boiler malfunctioning and causing harm could number in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.
As a landlord, the best option is to have your boilers serviced annually. Even if it isn’t the law and the worst does happen you can show a court of law you take safety seriously.
Overall, no matter who you are you have to pay attention to safety. Your boiler can turn into one of the biggest money drains in your property. By having it inspected on a regular basis, you’re making sure your house is safe and efficient.
Plus, you avoid the huge cost of purchasing a new boiler and installing it from the ground up.
See if your boiler provider has any special offers on annual servicing. Some companies offer them free of charge, or at a reduced rate if you’re subscribed to a certain energy package.
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Category: Home Improvements
