Common Home Boiler Problems
On average, a boiler has a longer life expectancy than a furnace, and yet newer furnaces are starting to catch up.
Today, for example, you can expect a new boiler to last 20 years or longer with proper maintenance, and perhaps up to 20 years of active duty for a well-maintained furnace.
Nevertheless, your boiler (hot water heating system) won’t last forever. Which means if you live in your home long enough, sooner or later you’ll need to replace it.
How would you know if that time were now? Here are some key indicators.
Frequent Repairs
Have you ever hung onto a car for so long that one day you discovered that you’d spend more on the current repair issue than the car was worth? Hang onto your boiler for too long, and you can relive that experience all over again.
Unpleasant Odors
Boilers are meant to be felt, not smelled. So, if yours is giving off an unpleasant odor, call Correct Temp to describe the problem. The smell of gas, for example, should result in immediate action, which includes evacuating your house and contacting the gas company to shut off your supply before any further action is taken.
Leaking Boiler
Since a boiler heats water, internal corrosion and other factors can cause it to leak. The question is, can the leak be repaired or are you better off with a replacement system? Either way, act immediately if you spot water around your boiler…there shouldn’t be any.
Hot & Cold Spots
If you have hot and cold spots in your home, or if you need to turn up the thermostat higher and higher to keep warm, water may not be properly circulating inside the boiler.
High Utility Bills
If you’re seeing a significant increase in monthly heating bills, it’s clear your boiler is losing its edge.
No matter what might be ailing your boiler or furnace, rest assured that Correct Temp can and will accurately diagnose the problem and offer you our best advice. In the meantime, contact us today to schedule annual preventive maintenance, and you just may get a “new lease on life” for your home heating system.
