There’s never a good time for your boiler to break down. Because we rely on our boilers so much - for heat, hot water and comfort, it can feel like a real disaster when something goes wrong.
Some boiler problems are quite simple to resolve and a Gas Safe Registered engineer can carry out the repair quickly. This means your boiler will be restored to its former glory and you’ll be reunited with the heat and hot water you’ve come to rely on.
Other times, however, boiler problems are more complex and in some cases difficult or impossible to repair. So there may come a time when, instead of having your boiler repaired, you need to think about having a new one installed.
If your boiler has been misbehaving, the following guide may be useful in helping you work out whether it’s cheaper to replace or repair it.
When to get your boiler repaired
Even the best boilers go wrong sometimes. Parts wear out over time, or niggly issues cause downtime but can be easily resolved. Your boiler can probably be repaired if:
It’s under 8 or 9 years old
It rarely needs repairing
It’s still working well but you’ve picked up a single issue, such as loud noises
Your boiler still works but the radiators are cold (this could be a thermostat problem, which is simple to replace)
Your boiler and radiators work but are slow to heat (you may just need to bleed your radiators or arrange a powerflush)
There are no leaks
When to have your boiler replaced
There are few hard and fast rules here, but the following signs may well mean it’s time to consider having a new boiler installed:
It needs regular repairs (the cost of these can soon mount up to the price of a new boiler!)
There’s a safety risk to you and your family, such as a gas leak
It’s near or over 10 years old and has broken down
Replacement parts are difficult and costly to source for the repair
It is leaking a lot
Your energy bills are higher than average. This, coupled with a boiler breakdown, may make a boiler replacement a better option as newer boilers are much more energy-efficient and will reduce your bills
Offering boiler repairs and replacements in Dudley
You’re unlikely to know whether it’s cheaper to repair or replace your boiler straight away. If it breaks down or is behaving strangely, the most sensible thing to do is call a Gas Safe registered engineer to investigate. They can check your boiler and then advise on the best way forwards.
Here at Bog Standard Plumbing and Heating, we can assist with boiler repairs and boiler installation in Dudley, so if you need some help just give us a shout. As reliable and experienced boiler specialists, we’re perfectly placed to check your boiler and advise on the costs of repair versus replacement. We offer free quotes to all our customers in Dudley and the surrounding areas, and a high standard of work every time. You can contact us by: Telephone - 0330 113 2248. Email - info@bogstandardplumbing.co.uk. Website - via our online contact form