Just like annual maintenance checks with your car, an annual maintenance check of your boiler is very important. During these appointments, potential problems can be discovered early on and taken care of before they lead to more damage, or to a total breakdown of the heating system altogether.
Finding Possible Problems Early On
Your family depends heavily on the boiler to provide a warm and cozy environment during the chilly fall and winter months. It gets used quite often and experiences a lot of wear and tear every single year. You need to be sure that you are having it properly cared for and inspected each year so that worn out parts can be repaired or replaced.
Safety
While many modern boilers are designed and manufactured with safety in mind, improper installation or upkeep could result in a lot of problems, including issues with no heat, strange sounds, lost pressure, kettling, and so on. During your maintenance appointment, the technician in your home will be sure that the unit is properly and securely installed. You should also be sure that you have a working carbon monoxide detector installed in your home.
Efficiency
It is also important to get your boiler tuned up to be sure that it is running as efficiently as possible. Dirt, dust, and grime in and around the machine will be cleaned during the maintenance check and this can help the unit to run more optimally.
More Information
To learn more about boiler maintenance, or to enroll in one of our heating system maintenance plans, please feel free to give us a call.