Despite being one of the most important appliances in the home, boilers often get forgotten about until winter comes around each year. Unfortunately, poor maintenance can result in a number of problems such as leaking pipes that require urgent attention. In most cases, the repair is fairly simple but leaving the problem for too long could mean an entire house leak which isn't cheap to fix!
Prevention usually starts with locating leaks in central heating pipework before further damage occurs.
If you've noticed a leak from your boiler, here are some of the most common causes and how you can resolve them.
Damaged or corroded pipework
The pipes underneath your boiler may be the cause of your leak especially if they are exposed. Corrosion can lead to gaps in the pipes which makes it easy for water to escape and leak slowly over time. On the other hand, if the pipes have not been installed properly they may not fit together in the right way and are therefore more susceptible to leaks - either way you must call a professional engineer who can refit the pipes and stem the leak.
Increased boiler pressure
Every combi boiler has a pressure gauge which should read as around 1 bar or within the green markings, however, if your gauge has a higher reading than this chances are this is the cause of the problem. This can usually be resolved by bleeding the system, before you experience a complete breakdown.
Internal damage
Boilers are made up of an internal system that needs to be checked annually, also known as a boiler service. Because you can't see what's going on inside the boiler, damage can occur which can lead to water leaks later down the line. The best thing you can do is have you boiler looked at every year and report faults as soon as they arise.
At Leak Tracers Direct, we're on hand to get your central heating back up and running in no time by locating your leak so it can be repaired. Our leak detection professionals will quickly identify the problem before the issue progresses, finding practical solutions for your leaking pipe. If you're based in London, get in touch with us today for a professional service that you can rely on.