No matter how well the boiler is installed, you might still encounter certain problems at some point in time. This is the reason why regular check-ups on the boiler system are required. It is better to prevent than to spend time dealing with boiler problems. It is recommended that the moment you notice something at the heating system is not working properly to resort to a professional and reputable boiler servicing London company. Below are the most common boiler problems you should pay attention to.

There is no hot water or heat

This is one of the most common problems people have when it comes to boilers. If you notice that your boiler provides neither heat, nor hot water, some possible causes for this to happen might be broken airlocks and diaphragms, motorised valves have failed, the water level is lower than usual or there are some issues with the thermostat. You should check if the central heating programmer is turned on, because someone might have been turned it off for some reason.  However, in case of failure of motorised valves, it is recommended to call a professional.

Dripping and leaking

It might happen for the boiler to leak water for various reasons. However, the cause of the leakage is being determined by the location where the leakage is present. Two common causes can be the fact that the boiler is heating too much water or that the boiler has too much water pressure. You might need the services of a boiler specialist for this too.

Thermostat issues

It is important to check the thermostat every now and then to make sure it works properly. If the thermostat starts to lose accuracy or if it starts to turn the heating on and off when it is not supposed to do so, you might have to consider replacing it with a newer and more energy efficient one.

Strange banging or whistling noises

In case you hear some strange noises similar to a whistle for instance, it means that your boiler might experience some issues that have to be taken care of. The main causes are the air in the system or the fact that the water pressure is lower than normal. In order to solve this problem you have to clean the system. However, if you believe this goes beyond your duties, you should consider hiring a professional to deal with this problem and to make sure everything is done correctly.

Other common problems

There are other common boiler problems besides the one mentioned above and some examples are pilot light goes out, frozen condensate pipes, or that the boiler keeps switching itself off. In case you feel you cannot solve the problem yourself or that you do not know exactly what you should do in such situations, it is highly recommended to resort to a professional boiling servicing company. This way, you will not have to worry that you will do something that will damage the boiler even more. Do some research online and look for the right company that matches both your needs and your budget.