In the summer months, it’s easy to forget the importance of having a reliable central heating system. Often, the average household tends to leave the heating system switched off for several months, which can lead to stagnation and ultimately a system breakdown in the winter.
In ways to avoid this, it’s helpful to know there are simple steps towards looking after your heating system by taking a proactive approach to keeping your boiler and central heating system working at its best.
Firstly, did you know that by running your boiler on central heating mode, just once in the middle of summer can alleviate symptoms of parts seizing up and corrosion starting to affect future circulation. As chance would have it, 2023 has seen some cooler days and evenings during the summer months so far. Having said that, many people including you and me, are conscious of the rising cost of gas and electricity. As a result, we might refrain from turning up the thermostat or setting the programmer to come on, even if only for one hour. It’s easy to get absorbed in concerns about the here and now, but when looking at the bigger picture; compared to the cost of a breakdown repair, running the heating just once in the middle of summer can make all the difference to keep your boiler and central heating system moving. As the saying goes; life is like riding a bike – you need to keep moving!
Secondly, it might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but getting an annual boiler service in the summer, can be a great way to prepare for the winter and ‘dust off the cobwebs’. During your boiler service, your gas engineer will run the system for you while completing the system checks after cleaning the boiler. Compared to the cost of a boiler service, a boiler repair can escalate into costs that are unpredictable and can’t be quoted until a breakdown has occurred. The cost of a boiler service is fixed and can be predicted when planned as part of a yearly check.
Finally, remember to always use a Gas Safe registered engineer to complete any routine maintenance or installation works on your boiler or any other gas appliance.