We all dread anything going wrong with our boilers. Broken boilers cost a fortune in energy and repair bills and they never break down at a convenient time. It always seems that boilers decide to break down right at the beginning of winter, when you need it the most.
Boilers, despite all appearances, don’t just break down. There are usually a few warning signs along the way, even if they’re difficult to spot. A common sign that something is not quite right is a water leak. These leaks can actually occur at any point in your heating system, causing havoc wherever they appear. Leaks in your radiators can be just as destructive as leaks in the boiler itself, as they can lead to radiator rust and burst pipes.
Here at Specialist Leak Detection, we want to help you avoid many of the problems that can arise with boiler leaks, like a loss of boiler pressure and severe damage to your home. This is why we offer a first-class leak detection service, that will find you boiler leaks, no matter how small or hidden they might be. Once we’ve found the source of your boiler problems, we can write you a full, detailed report, which you can submit as evidence to your insurance company and give to your plumber to help them quickly fix your boiler.
Why Would Your Boiler Be Leaking?
There are many reasons that your boiler might be leaking, and our team at Specialist Leak Detection can help you to identify them. One reason that your boiler might be leaking is the presence of cracks and splits along the pipes. These cracks often develop over time as the pipes age and start to degrade.
Copper and plastic become brittle over time, leading to the appearance of hairline cracks that allow water to escape. These leaks can be incredibly small and difficult to spot with the naked eye. But our state-of-the-art technology to locate them quickly using audio and thermal imagery to help. Often, the best way to repair these cracks is simply to replace those particular pipes.
Another reason that your boiler might be leaking is because the pressure relief valve could be broken. This means that there is too much pressure in your boiler, leading to a number of issues, including leaks. This can also be quite difficult to spot, especially if you have no idea where the pressure relief valve actually is. As one of the many joints in your heating system, if the seal goes or the valve breaks, you could end up having all sorts of issues that could escalate if they are not dealt with quickly.
How Do You Know Something is Wrong with Your Boiler?
Of course, unless you can physically see the water dripping down from your boiler or another part of your heating system, it can be incredibly difficult to know if something is actually wrong. Leaks can often be quite sneaky, which is why our leak detection service is the best choice for you. Just look out for these signs and if you’re worried then get in touch with us.
A clear sign that something is wrong is the sudden loss of pressure. If it’s losing pressure quickly, even after you top it up, then it is quite likely you have a leak. Another sign might be mould or damp growing around and certain parts of your heating system, especially around your boiler. Damp isn’t usually something that naturally occurs in homes, particularly ones that were built in the last 50 years, so it’s definitely something that should be a concern.
If you’ve noticed that something is not quite right with your boiler and if you’re worried that you might have a leak, then it’s best to get in touch with one of our team as soon as possible. We will be able to help you identify the leaks in your system, helping you take the first steps towards making repairs.