Boiler Service Fareham
A professional boiler service In Fareham is just one call away. Servicing your boiler regularly is absolutely essential as your boiler is one of the most important pieces of equipment in your home. It provides you and your family with hot water & heating 24/7 the whole year but, it can it should not be neglected.
This is why a boiler service in Fareham & safety checks are crucial for ensuring your boiler is safe and operating at peak performance.
A safety check will help to protect the household against the potential of carbon monoxide poisoning & make sure the boiler is operating properly. It can also help save money on your heating bills.
What happens during our boiler service In Fareham?
First and foremost It’s important to ensure that the engineer is qualified to carry out the work. If you have a gas boiler then the engineer must be authorised and regulated by the Gas Safe register. An oil boiler should be serviced by an OFTEC engineer. With GHS you are in good hands as all our engineers have the full credentials needed to carry out your boiler service.
When we carry out a boiler service in Fareham, these are some of the practices our engineers may carry out during their visit:
- Visual inspection – your engineer will check that the boiler still meets current standards and requirements and look for any corrosion or leaks. They will also visually check the flame in your boiler.
- Removal of the boiler casing – they will then check the components to ensure everything is working correctly and then clean the inside of the boiler. These checks should include the heat exchanger, burner, main injector and spark probe.
- Flue check – the engineer will ensure there are no obstructions in the flue terminals and that the flue is safely fitted.
- Gas pressure check – this will ensure your boiler is working at the correct pressure.
- Boiler fired up – this allows the engineer to check for any working faults.
- How Long should a boiler service take? About 45 minutes to 1 hour if it is done properly.
How much does a boiler service in the Fareham area cost?
The average cost of a one-off boiler service is around £72, although the work can cost anywhere between £60 and £100. Larger firms in the UK tend to charge around 50% more for a boiler service than local businesses such a GHS. You will see gas engineers advertising boiler services as low as £30, this is usually just a visual check and a gas flue test to see if it’s within its limits.
All of our engineers are Gas Safe Registered, and we can even arrange finance to spread your payments over 12 months (or even longer) for costly repairs or boiler replacements. Lastly, we can also provide routine boiler services to ensure that your boiler continues to function as it should for as long as possible.
We are upfront and honest with all our prices for a boiler service in Fareham, so you know where you are every time.
What We Do During A Boiler Service In Fareham - GHS Standards
So to recap, if the boiler service is not carried out to the below standard it may shorten the life of your boiler drastically or have fatal consequences:
- Regulation 26(9) Checks
- Visual check of the appliance and ventilation
- Flue gas analysis
- Check operating pressure / Gas rate where applicable (as per MI’s)
- Check safety devices
- Check integrity of case seals
- Check and clean the condensate trap
- Ensure correct operation of the appliance and components
- Visually check then bleed radiators and re-pressurise system (if required)
- Check hot water tank (if applicable
- Complete service information in the boiler manual, including details of any faults found
Is Your Boiler already not working?
If your boiler is already not functioning, then it does not require a service, but instead a repair. It’s best to pick up the phone and arrange an appointment with a professional from GHS to ensure you receive the correct diagnosis and boiler repair.
We service boilers in all these areas near Fareham..
GHS provide our local boiler service in Fareham and the surrounding areas, including but not limited to:
- Fareham East
- Fareham North
- Fareham North-West
- Fareham South
- Fareham West
- Hill Head
- Locks Heath
- Park Gate
Boiler Service Fareham FAQ
The average cost of a one-off boiler service in Fareham is around £72.
You can find out how much you can expect to pay using our rates & prices guide.
If you think that your boiler in Fareham needs a service, then you can book an appointment with one of our Gas Safe Registered heating engineers using our hassle-free online appointment form. You can even choose what time of day you would like to schedule our visit.
Contacting GHS for Your Fareham Boiler Service
We will arrange for a Gas Safe Registered Engineer to complete a service and operational safety inspection on a date agreed by you. All work will be carried out to Gas Regulations 26(9) which is the industry standard and can be found on the Gas Safe Register and HSE websites.
If you have an urgent boiler problem, give us a call on 01329 285993. Alternatively, if you would like to book a boiler survey, simply fill out our online appointment form, and we will confirm your appointment as soon as possible.
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