Boiler

There is a misconception that after a certain number of years your British gas new boiler will need replacing. This isn’t necessarily true! With just a few quick fixes and a standard regular service, your boiler will almost remain as good as it was when you first bought it. However, there are a few major indicators that may suggest your British gas new boiler needs replacing. Let’s take a look through some of them here! How Long Does A British Gas New Boiler Last? This may sounds like a simple question, but how long a British gas new boiler will last can often be determined by the warrantee that it comes with. However, the average lifespan for a boiler is around 15 years. It could last even longer if checked and serviced regularly. Frequent Breakdowns If you need to call out a gas safe engineer frequently, it’s important to consider whether the cost to replace the British gas new boiler is higher than the cost of a replacement. If you need to call an engineer more than once a year, then it’s definitely time for a replacement! A new gas boiler cost can range between £500 and £4,000, depending on the brand and installation agreement. Be sure that your new boiler undergoes a servicing, so that it can continue to work smoothly. A replacement would only be needed if the boiler continues to struggle after the service. Your Bills Are Creeping Up Without Explanation If you notice that your bills are increasing, it could be that the efficiency of your British gas new boiler is low. You may have heard about the efficiency rating of a British gas new boiler, and how it can affect the heating of your home. Less efficient boilers can cost you much more money than a new replacement boiler would. Contemporary boilers are often A-Rated and operate at more than 90% of efficiency, while old models work at 70% or less. Choose to upgrade your boiler from G to A Rated and you will instantly feel the benefits, including potentially saving you £200 on your heating bills and hugely reducing your carbon emissions. A Noisy British Gas New Boiler Or Radiators Heating systems are known to make all sorts of sounds, and these are completely normal. Try to notice any changes in noise or volume. Some noises which could signify a problem are unusual humming or tapping noises that could suggest a build-up of sludge in the system, meaning that your radiators could need bleeding. Tapping sounds on the pipes or radiators are easily fixed with a cleansing process to remove any dirt or rust that may have built up in the system over time. If you hear a banging noise coming from your radiator, this could be a sign of a larger problem that could exist. If this is the case, you may need to replace your British gas boiler completely. The Blue Flames Are Now Yellow Your boiler flame should be burning a bright blue colour. If the colour of the flame has changed to yellow or orange, your boiler will need an immediate service from a gas service engineer as this could be extremely dangerous. Your Boiler Smells Weird This is a sign that you will notice almost straight away. If your boiler smells like eggs or of another unusual or unwanted smell, then you probably have a gas leak. You should immediately turn off the British gas boiler and contact an engineer. In this instance, your British gas boiler would definitely need replacing. A Leaking Gas Boiler There should be absolutely no leaks what so ever coming from your British gas new boiler. It shouldn’t even leak water! If it does, there could definitely be a problem with the seal. If this is left unfixed, it could lead to all sorts of problems. A problem that it could create is an electrical short circuit and could potentially cause a major disturbance to your home. Switch off your gas boiler and ask a qualified engineer to fully check it over. This shouldn’t lead to a full replacement, but you may wish to replace the gas boiler anyway, especially if you’re worried about it leaking again. Struggling To Find Replacement Parts If your boiler is quite old but running well, it could be hard to find replacement parts when you need a repair. This doesn’t necessarily mean that a new boiler is needed for your home, but the parts that you would need for the replacement could be much more expensive than replacing the boiler, so it’s important to weigh up your options. Consider how often you need these new parts and how expensive they are to buy. It will become clear whether it will be more beneficial to consider a new boiler or continue to repair the old one. It Is Not Working Like It Used To! Even if your gas boiler has had its service and the brand new replacement parts have been added, your boiler may lack in function. There are some tell-tale signs that your boiler is losing its efficiency.  If your radiators are taking longer to warm up than they usually do, or if you need to constantly change the pressure of your gas boiler, it is definitely time for a new one. But before jumping to conclusions and replacing it, you should check if there is an unwanted build-up of ‘sludge’ in the system which can be easily resolved. An engineer will check your boiler and determine whether it can be repaired or not. How Much Is A New British Gas Boiler? So which will ultimately be more expensive? Buying replacement parts or replacing the boiler completely. The cost of a new boiler depends on a number of factors; some of these factors include the brand, the efficiency and the size of the boiler. It’s important to also think of the cost of the installation once the boiler has been purchased. Boilers will usually range from