Boiler Servicing Procedure

What happens to be a boiler service and what does it involve?

The boiler servicing procedure is very different for many companies.

For some, no names, it's just, inserting the flue gas analyser probe into the flue, printing off the readings.

If they are within the limits, that is the boiler serviced.

If you ask me, a boiler installer, that's not a boiler service, it's only a combustion check and nothing else.

The boiler servicing procedure that I take advantage of goes a little like this.

Arrive at the property at the arranged time, if running late, contact your client to help keep informed, nothing worse than looking forward to someone to arrive.

Once at the property, introduce yourself, show the client the Gas Safe ID card, explain how exactly to check the card details.

This will reassure your client you are a specialist registered gas safe engineer.

Now the card has gone out of just how, politely ask the client to show you the boiler location.

Ask if they have experienced any problems with the boiler recently, has anything changed on the heating system, has the system been drained, any radiators replaced.

This will give you an idea of what to look out for.

Now The boiler Servicing

First, we carry out a visual inspection of the boiler.

1 Be sure the boiler is installed correctly, and to current regulations.

2 Is the flue linked to the boiler the way in which and safe for use?

3 Look for any damage to the boiler which could impair its operation.

4 Make sure that if ventilation is necessary it is the correct size.

5 Look for any signs of water leakage within the boiler.

6 Look for any former repairs.

7 Make sure the boiler is right, for how big is the property.

8 Run the boiler in both heating and hot water modes before commencing the service.

By running the boiler, this proves that both warm water and heating were both working at the time of the service.

Some scrupulous customers try to say the boiler was working before you carried out the service, when in fact is was not.

By carrying out this check it is possible to confirm if the boiler was working or not.

Now onto Checking The Gas Meter

Check over the location of the gas meter, carry out a risk assessment, making sure it all conforms to current gas regulations.

Does the Emergency Control Valve have a handle fitted, so the gas can be isolated and made safe should a situation occur?

Check the Protective equipotential earth bonding is linked to the outlet side of the gas meter and is the correct size.

Check the gas for leakage

Carry out a let by test to establish the emergency control valve isn't letting gas through when switched off.

Now perform the gas tightness test over the prescribed times, once complete, print off the outcomes and put on the boiler service certificate.

The Boiler

Some makes of boiler have a fault memory which can be checked, they normally store up to 10 faults, this can tell you what has been happening and what to look out for.

Check the gas operating and working pressures, making certain they are within the limits.

Isolate the power supply to the boiler, while at the same time be sure the fuse fitted is of the right size.

According to the make and model, follow the boiler servicing procedure as per instructions in the boiler manual.

If you don't have access to the boiler manual you can download a copy from the web, just search for the make and model you will need, and download it.

Turn the boiler power back on, recheck both warm water and heating are still working.

Now we move ahead to the gas rate, this has to be checked to ensure the boiler is getting enough gas. There are plenty of More helpful hints to help you carry out a gas rate.

We now perform another gas tightness test at the meter to make sure you can find no gas leaks.

Boiler Servicing procedure Certificate

Given that the boiler service has been completed, remove all tools and any dust sheets from the site, making sure the working area around the boiler has been left clean and tidy.

Enter all the details of the boiler service on the certificate.

If needed, attach any warning notices to the boiler, complete a warning notice certificate and inform your client of your findings.

Explain why the boiler has failed, and what is required to take it up to regulation standards.

Finally, hand over all of the paperwork to your client including the invoice.

Ask the client if they're happy with your service, and would they be so kind to leave an assessment for you.

Every company has their very own way of carrying out a boiler service, the above is our boiler servicing procedure.

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Pub: 21 Dec 2023 02:24 UTC
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