Although boilers are designed to be durable and long-lasting, like other things, they might have problems after many years of operation!
With routine maintenance, boilers should last around ten years, but they can survive considerably longer if maintained properly.
While most boiler problems are small and easily remedied, other problems, like a leaky boiler, should not be disregarded.
So, is it an emergency if my boiler leaks?
What should I do if my bolier leaks?
Turn off your boiler and give a Gas Safe engineer a call right away if you have a water leak.
There are several reasons why boilers can leak, and a specialist can assist you in identifying the source of the leak and the most effective way to address the problem. While not all boiler leaks are difficult to repair, leaks can harm and corrode other boiler components.
Your boiler would most likely start to fail after some time if you ignore the leak. Metal components will eventually rust and deteriorate due to water's corrosive nature. There's a chance that the water seeps into other areas of the house.
If the boiler is a more recent model with electronic controls, you should switch it off immediately because a leak could result in a short circuit. This would increase the difficulty and cost of fixing the problem.
Never gamble with water and electricity; if you're not sure if it's safe to turn off your boiler (for example, if the panel or switch is wet), give us a call.
Most likely, there will be a wall outlet or switch where you may turn off the boiler. You can turn off your electricity at the breaker if it's leaky badly and you're concerned about more damage.
Causes of leaking bolier?
If you can’t easily identify the cause of the leak, you’re best off calling a Gas Safe engineer.
Here are some of the main causes of a leaking boiler:
A boiler leak can occur for a few different reasons. A leak may happen if one of the pipes connecting to the boiler is broken or if there are cracks in the boiler itself. In addition, a malfunctioning pressure relief valve might cause a boiler to leak.
It is advisable that you contact a Gas Safe engineer if you are unable to locate the source of the leak with ease.
The following are a few of the primary reasons why a boiler leaks:
CORRODED PIPEWORK
Leaks at corroded connections and pinhole leaks are two types of leaks that can result from corroded pipes. For older boilers, this is far more typical. Furthermore, if older plumbing is left uncontrolled in a damp utility room or garage, it is more prone to leak.
PRESSURE REFIELF VALVE
The purpose of the pressure relief valve is to remove excess pressure from the system. If your boiler has a pressure gauge, check to see if the arrow is heading in the direction of the red zone. If so, carry out the actions listed below:
Verify that the filling loop lever or key is closed, preventing too much water from entering the system. If not, bleed your radiators and turn off the system. If there is too much air in the system, the pressure could climb higher than it should. It's time to call a Gas Safe engineer if bleeding does not relieve the pressure.
Conclusion:
In most cases, you should contact a Gas Safe engineer right once if your boiler is leaking. Severe leaks have the potential to harm internal electrical components as well as other boiler parts. Numerous problems, such as expensive electrical short circuits, could result from this.
Water is corrosive, thus it will undoubtedly harm pipes, other components, etc. In conclusion, handle a leaky boiler as an emergency and have it fixed as quickly as you can.
Give us a call as soon as possible if your boiler is leaking; you'll probably end up saving money.
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