Why Is Boiler Servicing So Important?
Ofgem stated that 2022’s energy price-hike will affect approximately 22m UK customers, seeing a typical annual bill increase of £693. In light of this, find out how you can be smart about your heating systems and how our Gas Safe and OFTEC-registered heating engineers here at HMS can help you minimise these costs!
When should I get my boiler serviced?
Most of us think we should get out boilers serviced just ahead of the colder months, but despite this common assumption, there really is no ‘set’ time of year that your boiler must get serviced. Getting our central heating systems checked regularly is what helps them work optimally, and industry experts actually say that doing this during the warmer months is actually better – as your central heating is underused during this period, and faults can go unnoticed.
What are the benefits of getting my boiler serviced this summer?
The key benefits of getting your boiler serviced during the warmer months are as follows:
- Availability – because most people assume they should get their boiler serviced during the winter months, you can often wait a long time to book in a heating engineer. During the summer months, you’ll likely find you can book in a service that suits your diary better, and without a long wait.
- Cost – during the colder months we usually spend more on our heating costs. Getting your boiler serviced in the spring or summer help even-out the cost of your heating expenses.
- Efficiency – Instead of finding out a few months into the winter that your boiler isn’t running efficiently – you’ll save money ahead of time by entering into the colder months knowing you boiler is already working optimally for you.
- Identifying faults early on – during the summer months, elements of your boiler can seize up or corrode, and the condition of these parts (if left undetected) can have a knock-on effect leading to greater boiler damage. Having a boiler service during these dormant months can prevent more damage from occurring – saving you money in the long run!
How often Should I get my boiler serviced?
Experts recommend you get your boiler serviced once every twelve months, but for landlords and commercial outfits this is a legal requirement. And depending on the age of your heating systems, having your boiler serviced twice a year could actually save you money in the long run.
Boiler servicing also helps prevent carbon monoxide from becoming an issue. Regardless of how often you have your boiler serviced, you should always have a carbon monoxide detector in the house / building to ensure the safety of yourself and others.
How much does it cost to have a domestic boiler serviced?
The cost of having your boiler serviced varies depending on your individual set-up. And at HMS, we like to try and give you the facts and prices are often hidden!
A residential gas boiler service with HMS costs £88 inc. VAT, and a residential oil boiler service is £155 inc. VAT, and you can see a bit more detail on pricing right here.
How much does it cost to have a domestic boiler serviced?
For commercial premises, the cost can vary. All our customers have individual set-ups, and sometimes this might be more or less depending on the size / function of the premises, along with the condition of the heating system itself.
Get a quote
To get a quote for a commercial boiler service the please contact our friendly team at HMS who’ll be happy to talk you through it. You can either click here or use the following details below:
Tel: 01684 892877 Email: info@heating-maintenance.co.uk
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If you’re keen to ensure your boiler is in optimum condition and not costing you more money than necessary – then you can book your boiler service in by clicking right here.