Boiler Servicing Procedure

What actually is a boiler service and what does it involve?

The boiler servicing procedure is very different for most companies.

For a few, no names, it's just, inserting the flue gas analyser probe into the flue, printing off the readings.

If they are within the limits, that's the boiler serviced.

To me, a boiler installer, that's not a boiler service, it's only a combustion check and nothing else.

The boiler servicing procedure that I use goes similar to this.

Arrive at the house at the arranged time, if running late, contact your client to keep informed, nothing worse than waiting for someone to arrive.

Once at the house, introduce yourself, show the client the Gas Safe ID card, explain how exactly to check the card details.

This will reassure your client that you are a professional registered gas safe engineer.

Now the card is out of just how, politely ask the client showing you the boiler location.

Ask if they have experienced any problems with the boiler recently, has anything changed on the heating system, gets the system been drained, any radiators replaced.

Boiler repairs south London  will give you an idea of what to look out for.

Now The boiler Servicing

First, we carry out a visual inspection of the boiler.

1 Check that the boiler is installed correctly, also to current regulations.

2 Is the flue linked to the boiler the way in which and safe for use?

3 Look for any damage to the boiler that could impair its operation.

4 Ensure that if ventilation is necessary it is the correct size.

5 Check for any signs of water leakage within the boiler.

6 Search for any former repairs.

7 Make sure the boiler is right, for how big is the property.

8 Run the boiler in both heating and hot water modes before commencing the service.

By running the boiler, this proves that both the hot water and heating were both working during the service.

Some scrupulous customers try to say the boiler was working before you completed the service, when in fact is was not.

By undertaking this check it is possible to confirm if the boiler was working or not.

Now onto Checking The Gas Meter

Check over the location of the gas meter, perform a risk assessment, making certain everything conforms to current gas regulations.

Does the Emergency Control Valve have a handle fitted, therefore the gas can be isolated and made safe should a predicament occur?

Check the Protective equipotential earth bonding is linked to the outlet side of the gas meter and may be the correct size.

Check the gas for leakage

Carry out a let by test to determine the emergency control valve isn't letting gas through when powered down.

Now perform the gas tightness test over the prescribed times, once complete, print off the outcomes and attach to the boiler service certificate.

The Boiler

Some makes of boiler have a fault memory which can be checked, they normally store up to 10 faults, this can let you know what has been happening and what to look out for.

Check the gas operating and working pressures, making sure they're within the limits.

Isolate the energy supply to the boiler, while at exactly the same time be sure the fuse fitted is of the correct size.

Based on the make and model, follow the boiler servicing procedure as per instructions in the boiler manual.

If you don't have access to the boiler manual it is possible to download a copy from the internet, just search for the make and model you will need, and download it.

Turn the boiler power back on, recheck both warm water and heating are still working.

Now we move ahead to the gas rate, this must be checked to ensure the boiler is getting enough gas. There are various apps available to assist you to carry out a gas rate.

We now carry out another gas tightness test at the meter to ensure there are no gas leaks.

Boiler Servicing procedure Certificate

Now that the boiler service has been completed, remove all tools and any dust sheets from the site, making certain the working area round the boiler has been left clean and tidy.

Enter all the details of the boiler service on the certificate.

If needed, attach any warning notices to the boiler, complete a warning notice certificate and inform the client of your findings.

Explain why the boiler has failed, and what's required to take it around regulation standards.

Finally, hand over all of the paperwork to your client including the invoice.

Ask the client if they are happy with your service, and would they be so kind to leave a review for you.

Every company has their own way of conducting a boiler service, the aforementioned is our boiler servicing procedure.