Boiler and Central Heating Servicing in Haywards Heath | Your Questions Answered

We are qualified plumbers and registered gas engineers from Haywards Heath. Our company regularly answers questions about boiler servicing and repairs, central heating servicing and general plumbing services. While Bolnore Heating Services Ltd is always happy to assist over the phone or in-person (we have a 24/7 emergency helpline if you need us for urgent services, such as boiler repairs), having our own website means we can answer your most common questions online.

If we haven’t answered your questions below, or if you need our plumbers and gas engineers for something like a powerflushing service, please call us on 07482 677999.

A friendly member of our team will assist you.

Which choices do I have when having a boiler fitted?

The most common boiler installations performed in Haywards Heath are for combination boilers. A combi boiler doesn’t use a water heater and contains all the essential elements for functionality within the unit itself. System boilers need an external tank for supplying hot water, but our plumbers and gas engineers usually recommend them to homeowners with larger properties or high hot water demand.

We would only recommend a regular boiler as a direct exchange for an older model should you already have the rest of the water and heating infrastructure in place.

Does boiler servicing keep my appliance functional?

If you book in for annual boiler and central heating servicing, you can keep your appliance in a good operational condition. Dealing with issues quickly is just as important. Call our plumbers and gas engineers for emergency boiler repairs as soon as you suspect an issue. A boiler has a typical lifespan of 10 to 15 years, but that lifespan depends on usage and the amount of preventative care you provide.

Some of our customers in Haywards Heath have appliances that have lasted decades because they book in for boiler servicing and central heating maintenance at the recommended intervals.

Which symptoms indicate the need for boiler repairs?

Boiler issues tend to be self-evident. You will usually notice a severe or complete drop in performance, resulting in no hot water, no heating or just a slow and underperforming system. Haywards Heath homeowners will want to book in for boiler repairs immediately if they notice evidence of leaks, strange smells or jarring noises, either from the pipework or in some cases, from the boiler itself.

Even if you only suspect a minor issue, it is always best to call our plumbers and gas engineers as quickly as possible. Putting boiler repairs off could end up costing you more. Remember that regular boiler servicing and some form of central heating servicing will reduce the potential for breakdowns.

How often should I book in for boiler servicing?

You will increase the lifespan of your appliance and reduce the need for boiler repairs, by booking in for a service. Boiler servicing can also reduce energy bills and make your home more efficient. We recommend that homeowners in the Haywards Heath area book in for boiler servicing once a year. This is the interval recommended by Gas Safe, by registered plumbers and gas engineers and by most boiler manufacturers.

Central heating servicing is a less frequent need because annual boiler servicing takes many related fixtures and fittings into account. Even so, booking in for powerflushing every five or six years is still a great idea.