B Heating

Combination Boilers

A Combination boiler heats up water as it is drawn from the tap. It doesn't need a water storage tank or a cylinder. The boiler is connected to the main water it heats the water on demand.

System Boilers

A System boiler needs a cylinder to store hot water, in most cases this type of boiler is combined with an unvented hot water cylinder. The system components are built into the boiler itself. With a system boiler there is no need for a separate tank in the loft.

Conventional Boilers / Regular Boiler / Open Vent Boiler

This is the traditional system. The system provides central heating and hot water by using both a storage cylinder and a water tank which gives ultra-efficient operation.

An annual service will start with a visual check to ensure that the boiler and associated pipework is installed and positioned correctly. We will then check that your boiler is operating correctly and identify any initial problems. Then we will remove the boiler casing to look at its components. We will check the boiler is working safely and efficiently, and clean the components inside the boiler.

We will check the following:

- Correct gas pressure and flow
- Flue and combustion. A flue gas analyser will be used to make sure the boiler is burning the right mixture of gas and air and that the flue is not blocked
- Electrical connections are clean and in good condition
- Fans and other key components are working efficiently
- Seals are intact
- Electrodes are in a good condition
- Safety devices are checked
- Condensate trap and pipe is not blocked
- Water and gas pipework

We will inform you if the boiler does not meet building and safety legislation and regulations during their checks. We will also let you know in advance if your boiler needs any repair or maintenance work. Any parts used will come from a reputable manufacturer, ideally from the boiler manufacturer itself.

Most boiler services should last around half an hour and you should receive a full service report. Only sign this report if you are happy with every element of the service your boiler has received.