Why Do I Need to Get My Boiler Serviced? | Home Heating Guide
Posted on October 18, 2017 August 19, 2019 by Rebecca
A faulty boiler can be a serious hazard. Any heating system, which runs on wood or fossil fuels such as gas, coal or oil, is at risk of giving off carbon monoxide if it is not serviced regularly or if it becomes faulty.
Carbon monoxide, otherwise known as the silent killer, causes an estimated one death each week in the UK due to lack of maintenance on boilers, central heating systems and flues. The gas can be extremely difficult to detect, as it is tasteless and odourless. If inhaled, it causes breathing difficulties and quickly enters the bloodstream. It takes only a short amount of time for carbon monoxide inhalation to cause coma or even death.
Carbon monoxide detectors, which work in a similar way to smoke detectors, can be fitted in your home. It is important to be aware however, that these are only warning devices and should not be used instead of regular maintenance and servicing. If you do purchase one for your home make sure it complies with British Standard BS7860. For more information read our guide to carbon monoxide detectors.
If you are a homeowner it is your own responsibility to ensure your boiler and heating system is kept well maintained and in good working order. However, arranging for an engineer to visit can be daunting, as research has shown many workmen provide work of substandard quality, which can be a danger in itself.
By taking out central heating cover, which includes an annual boiler service check by a registered Gas Safe engineer, this can be avoided.
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Why Do I Need to Get My Boiler Serviced? | Home Heating Guide
Posted on October 18, 2017 August 19, 2019 by Rebecca
A faulty boiler can be a serious hazard. Any heating system, which runs on wood or fossil fuels such as gas, coal or oil, is at risk of giving off carbon monoxide if it is not serviced regularly or if it becomes faulty.
Carbon monoxide, otherwise known as the silent killer, causes an estimated one death each week in the UK due to lack of maintenance on boilers, central heating systems and flues. The gas can be extremely difficult to detect, as it is tasteless and odourless. If inhaled, it causes breathing difficulties and quickly enters the bloodstream. It takes only a short amount of time for carbon monoxide inhalation to cause coma or even death.
Carbon monoxide detectors, which work in a similar way to smoke detectors, c
an be fitted in your home. It is important to be aware however, that these are only warning devices and should not be used instead of regular maintenance and servicing. If you do purchase one for your home make sure it complies with British Standard BS7860. For more information read our guide to carbon monoxide detectors.
If you are a homeowner it is your own responsibility to ensure your boiler and heating system is kept well maintained and in good working order. However, arranging for an engineer to visit can be daunting, as research has shown many workmen provide work of substandard quality, which can be a danger in itself.
By taking out central heating cover, which includes an annual boiler service check by a registered Gas Safe engineer, this can be avoided.
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