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Why It’s Important to Service Your Boiler – Especially Now

  • Writer: Ahoud A
    Ahoud A
  • Sep 17, 2025
  • 2 min read

As the nights draw in and the temperature drops across the UK, your boiler quickly becomes the heart of your home. It provides the warmth, comfort, and hot water your family relies on throughout winter. But like any hardworking appliance, it needs regular care to perform at its best.


Why You Should Service Your Boiler


  • Safety First – A faulty or neglected boiler can pose serious risks, including dangerous carbon monoxide leaks. An annual service ensures your system is safe and sound.

  • Save on Bills – A well-maintained boiler runs more efficiently, which helps reduce energy costs – a real bonus with fuel prices rising.

  • Fewer Breakdowns – Servicing identifies small issues before they become big, costly problems, reducing the risk of your boiler letting you down mid-winter.

  • Protect Your Warranty – Most manufacturers require an annual service to keep your warranty valid, so skipping it could cost you.


Why Service It Now?


  • Colder Weather Ahead – Once the cold sets in, your boiler works overtime. Servicing now means it’s ready for the extra demand.

  • Avoid the Winter Rush – Gas engineers are at their busiest in December and January. Book early to beat the queues.

  • Peace of Mind – A serviced boiler gives you confidence that your home will stay warm and safe all season.


Winter Readiness Checklist


Here’s a quick checklist to get your home heating ready for winter:

✅ Book your boiler service with a Gas Safe registered engineer

✅ Bleed radiators to remove cold spots

✅ Test and replace batteries in carbon monoxide alarms

✅ Check boiler pressure is between 1–1.5 bar

✅ Insulate outdoor pipes to prevent freezing

✅ Run your heating system now to ensure everything works before you need it


Advice from Your Local Gas Engineers


  • Never attempt to service or repair your own boiler – always use a Gas Safe registered professional.

  • If your boiler is 10–15 years old, consider planning for a replacement. Modern boilers are safer, more efficient, and cheaper to run.

  • Make annual servicing a habit. Even if your boiler seems fine, hidden problems can develop – prevention is always cheaper and safer than cure.



Beat the winter rush – book your service now with Wirral Gas and enjoy peace of mind all season.

 
 
 

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