Preparing For Your Next Boiler Service

When something goes wrong with your boiler, it can be extremely frustrating for everyone in your home - particularly when it’s cold outside. This is why it is extremely important to have your boiler checked regularly, in order to avoid any major issues or breakdowns down the line, and to save you from having to fork out on costly repairs or replacements. At West London Gas, we recommend that you get your boiler serviced annually to ensure that it continues to run safely and efficiently. Below we take a look at a few ways you can prepare for your next boiler service.

Find a reliable gas engineer

First and foremost, you should make sure that the gas engineer who is servicing your boiler is correctly qualified to do so. All gas engineers should hold a gas safe qualification in order to correctly and safely check or repair your boiler. Do not be afraid to ask your gas engineer for a copy of this certificate. Ask friends or family for gas engineer recommendations and be sure to do your research before selecting one. Take a look at online reviews and customer testimonials to make sure that the engineer you are choosing is reliable.

Prepare the boiler and the area

When the gas engineer arrives at your home, they will need to access your boiler easily and use their tools and equipment. Make sure that you clear the area beforehand to ensure that they can get to work straight away. While reputable gas engineers will aim to make as little mess as possible, they will still need a clear space to work in. You should also aim to switch off your boiler before your gas engineer arrives, giving it a chance to cool down and once again ensuring that the engineer can get to work as soon as possible.

Keep children and pets away

Keeping your children and pets away during a boiler service is important for two reasons. Firstly, the gas engineer needs to easily access your boiler without any disruptions or distractions, so keeping children and pets away from the area is essential. Secondly, keeping children and pets away is crucial for their safety, which is why we recommend keeping them in a different part of the home until the gas engineer has completed the job.

West London Gas: Local Gas and Heating Engineers

At West London Gas, we understand the importance of boilers in the home. Without regular maintenance, your boiler may experience problems or, worse still, break down completely. Fortunately, we offer boiler servicing in London to residential and commercial customers to ensure that your boiler continues to run smoothly. Our highly trained team of professionals operate 24 hours a day, so you can rest assured that we are always here to help you in times of need. For more information about our services, visit our website.