Follow These Tips To Keep Your Boiler Functioning Properly

If you use a boiler in your home, office or warehouse, you obviously understand the importance of keeping it functioning, especially during the wintertime. That said, keeping your boiler in excellent shape is easier said than done. If you want to ensure that you won't have to pay for a new boiler installation anytime soon, here are some tips that might help.

Add Softener or Flush As Needed

Boilers don't do well with hard water. If it's possible for you to add a water softener to your supply, go ahead and do so. Hard water, which contains minerals, can cause sediment build up in your boiler over time. If you can't switch to soft water, you need to get into the habit of periodically flushing your boiler, at least every six months or so. If you don't know how to do that, get professional help.

Maintain Level

While it may be important to flush your boiler, you also need to check up on it to make sure there is the correct amount of water in it during operation. Check in every couple of weeks to make sure the water level is where it should be. Adjust the supply as needed. A boiler without enough water can overheat and become a fire hazard. Your boiler very likely has a feature built in that will automatically add more water as needed, but you should always double check and make sure it's working as intended.

Proper Airflow

As your boiler operates, dirt and dust can build up in the boiler's air vents. As these become clogged, your boiler will have to work harder and harder to do its job, which could lead to an increase in energy costs. To prevent this, check all air vents every two weeks when you go to check the water level. Maintain proper airflow and you'll be able to keep your energy bill down.

Get It Inspected

For best results, you should hire a professional to come out at least once a year and give your boiler a full inspection. A good boiler repair service will be able to notice potential issues that maybe you're not able to see on your own. They can help you check for areas that might be prone to a leak and help you take control of the situation before it escalates into a costly repair bill. If despite your best efforts the time has come for a new boiler, talk to a specialist today.

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