In the middle of summer, a boiler service is probably the last thing on your mind. Fair enough. But that is exactly why now is the smart time to sort it. Your heating is off, the trade is quiet, and you can plan ahead calmly rather than scrambling when the first cold snap arrives.
If your boiler or heating is going to let you down, it tends to pick the coldest week of the year to do it. The system works hardest in winter, so any small fault sitting there over summer usually shows up the moment you need heat and hot water most.
A service before the cold sets in is the simplest way to avoid that. Here is what it involves, why it matters, and how to book one with us in Dorking and across Surrey.
What a boiler service actually checks
A proper service is a lot more than a quick glance. Our standard boiler service includes:
- A visual inspection of the boiler and flame
- A safety and suitability check of where the boiler is sited
- A full inspection of the boiler, its controls and internal components
- A flue and combustion check, including checking the flue for cracks
- A gas pressure check and a CO emissions check
- Cleaning the boiler where needed, cleaning the magnetic filter if one is fitted, and clearing the condensate trap
How long it takes varies with the age, make and model of your boiler. If we find anything that needs putting right, we explain it clearly and give you a quote for the work before going ahead.
The safety side matters. A poorly running gas boiler can produce carbon monoxide, which you cannot see or smell, so the CO emissions check confirms it is running safely, not just working.
The warning signs not to ignore
You do not always need to wait for a breakdown. A few common signs are worth booking a look at:
- The boiler keeps losing pressure and needs topping up
- Radiators cold at the bottom, or slow to warm up
- Banging, gurgling or kettling noises from the boiler or pipes
- Hot water that runs warm rather than hot
Most of these are straightforward to sort when caught early. Left over winter, they tend to get worse.
Two ways to keep on top of it
We offer two options. A one-off boiler service whenever you need it. Or our boiler service plan, for year-round peace of mind. The plan covers:
- Your annual boiler service
- A full central heating check-up to keep the whole system running efficiently
- Priority support for quicker response times
- Ongoing maintenance to help prevent unexpected breakdowns
Get in touch and we will talk you through which suits you best.
Why now rather than December
Summer is the quiet window before everyone switches their heating back on. Booking now means we can get to you within the next few working days, rather than during the December rush when boilers are breaking down and the whole trade is stretched. It also means that if we do find something, there is time to put it right before you are relying on the heating every day.
Booking a boiler service in Dorking and Surrey
We are a local plumbing and heating firm covering Dorking and the wider Surrey area. If you would like your boiler and heating serviced before winter, get in touch and we will arrange the soonest visit we can. We work in morning or afternoon slots so you are not tied to waiting in all day.