ALL ABOUT OIL BOILER REPAIR

Boiler Repair Service in Portsmouth


If you are planning to upgrade or install a heating system in your property, there are only two options available in the market. These two are oil and gas heating.

What’s good is that the two presented options can fire up your boiler, which can keep your room warm and nice throughout the cold months. But it is important that you will weigh the pros and cons of each type before you make your decision.

In this post, we are going to provide you the important things you need to take note of when availing of both oil or gas boiler service Southampton. So, if you want to know more about it, then keep on reading and enjoy!

Oil Boiler Repair

In most cases in Fareham, oil is being used for wet heating systems wherein the oil-based boiler will produce heat from the water then will be distributed throughout the room evenly. Through the use of gladiators, the heat will be distributed to the home equally together with hot water. A lot of households avail oil boiler service Hampshire to improve the heating system in their property. This might encourage you to install one.

The Energy Efficiency of an Oil Boiler

OFTEC stated that the energy efficiency of a boiler is ranging more than 940 Euros annually. Considering the new law that was enforced way back in 2007 April, all the new models of boilers should have an energy efficiency that is higher than 85 percent. This rule does not have an exception. On the other hand, oil-fired boilers are the only current model that could pass the energy efficiency target.

You may avail an oil boiler repair Portsmouth is your heating system starts to show signs of defects. This will prevent you from spending a lot if the problem remains untreated.

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Fuel Accessibility

Aside from their names, both a gas boiler and an oil boiler has a wide range of differences. An oil boiler will be sent to you by road. Aside from that, you need to store it in a tank that you can rent or purchase from the supplier. On the other hand, you can obtain a gas boiler if your area has a gas connection.

Purchasing a heating oil can be obtained through seasonal delivery contracts or COD (Cash on Delivery). If you have a limited budget, you may consider the COD option that requires you to hand the exact amount of money to the supplier after the delivery. On the other hand, if you will opt for the seasonal delivery contract, you need to agree on the price set by its supplier from the beginning of the season. Through this, you can guarantee that your boiler will receive enough oil from working.

Hot Water Storage

A gas-powered and oil-powered boilers work almost similarly. But there are still some differences, including the fact that an oil boiler also comes with a storage tank to store hot water. The tank enables you to store hot water that you can use for later. On the other hand, the gas boiler will provide you hot water whenever you need it.

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Frequently Asked Questions

If this happens, it might be a result of low pressure or blockage in the system, which is restricting the flow of water. In some cases, there could be a fault with a closed valve, thermostat or aa pump causing the water not to circulate properly. We recommend contacting us for assistance in diagnosing and repairing the fault by a Gas Safe registered engineer.
The most common causes of leaks and boiler dripping water are faulty internal components, this includes but is not limited to issues with corrosion, broken pressure valves, pump seals, or loosen pipe connections. We recommend calling out our Gas Safe registered engineer, who will diagnose and fix the problem for you and stop any potential dangers. You should never try to fix a boiler yourself, always call out for professional help.
Kettling sound from your boiler ( similar to a boiling kettle ) is usually caused by limescale or sludge buildup inside the system. It often happens in areas with hard water. The deposits build up in your boiler or pipes can block or restrict the flow of water inside the system, which can result in overheating and weird noise. It is best to treat this as soon as possible because it might result in more severe boiler damage and higher costs if your boiler needs replacing. We recommended calling our team as soon as you notice kettling sounds from your boiler. Our engineer will drain your central heating system and remove limescale and sludge buildup. For more information on this method, please visit our Power Flush section.
Worrying noises from the boiler are usually caused by low water pressure, a faulty pump or air buildup in the system. The type of sound in your system can narrow down the source of the problem. Banging noise could be a result of imminent pump failure, and this happens most often in old systems that have not been serviced regularly. We highly recommend contacting us to book our Gas Safe registered engineer for a professional diagnose of the problem as soon as possible.
The blue flame that always stays lit is called a pilot light. If this pilot light keeps turning off, it will stop your boiler from working. It can be caused by a broken thermocouple, which would stop the supply of gas to your boiler. Sometimes also the problem could be a draught blowing the pilot light out or a deposit built up in the pilot light. Always remember that you should never carry out any work on your central heating system. There is one thing that you could check yourself before calling out an engineer: Check if your other gas appliances are working and that your gas stopcock is on. You can always give us a call, and we will be more than happy to help you.
The most common causes for this to happen are faulty airlocks, diaphragms, motorised valves, thermostat or low level of water in the system. Your heating system might require a new part fitted to be working correctly again. Give us a call today for professional advice. If necessary, we will book a Gas Safe registered engineer for a professional diagnose of the problem as soon as possible.
It is straightforward to check the pressure of your central heating system; just take a look at the pressure gauge on your boiler. Low pressure ( below 1 ) will cause your central heating system not to work properly. It can be a result of a few potential reasons. Some of the reasons for this to happen could be a water leak in the system, recently bled radiators or a faulty pressure relief valve. We recommend contacting us for assistance.
All condensing boilers ( combi, system or regular ) have a condensate pipe transporting excess water away from the boiler. During winter it is common for the water to freeze and cause a blockage. If this happens, your boiler will most probably display a warning or a fault code. Feel free to give us a call; we will be happy to assist.
It might be a sign of a faulty thermostat when the heating is turning on and off when it is not supposed to. If your thermostat starts to malfunction or loses its accuracy, it will probably need to be replaced. Give us a call today for professional advice.
If some of your radiators are not getting hot, then they might need balancing. This procedure can also be done without the help of an engineer, but only if you feel confident doing it. If only the bottom of your radiator is getting hot then it might need to be bled, it is not a difficult task, and it does not require an engineer. In some other cases, there could be a build-up of sludge or air in your central heating system. Our professional engineers can remove this build-up by a process called Power Flush, and this is something that you should not try yourself.
All of our installers are fully trained, and qualified Gas Safe registered professionals.
We will recommend the best possible boiler for your needs, in terms of brands we mostly recommend Valliant and Worcester Bosch.
Harrison Heating has a team of professional engineers covering all of Hampshire. Most of our work so far has been carried out in the following areas: Southampton, Eastleigh, Fareham, Chandlers Ford, Whiteley, Winchester, Portsmouth, Winchester, Hedge End, West End, Botley, Romsey, Totton, Lyndhurst, New Forest, Hythe, Marchwood, Netley, Gosport, Twyford, Hamble, Holbury, Wickham, Titchfield, Nursling, Ringwood, Salisbury, Cosham, Waterlooville, Fair Oak and Lee-on-the-Solent.
Yes, we provide free quotes without obligation from your side to accept our quotation.
To give you the best and optimal solution we will need to know few details. For example, we will ask how many rooms and bathrooms you have currently or if you are planning any future extensions of your house.
In most cases, we can install your new boiler in the next working day. It depends on the current workload, so please give us a call as soon as possible if you are in a rush.
It usually takes one day to fit a new boiler by our professional installation team.
It is required by law that all servicing and gas safety checks are made by a Gas Safe registered engineer. It is also a condition of the warranty if your boiler is still under one.
We will do all possible safety checks, inspection and test all critical components to make sure your boiler runs safely, reliably and efficiently.
Please feel free to use our website to leave us a short feedback message. We are always happy to hear from customers about the outcome of our work. You can also read other customers reviews in the feedback section of our website.
Underfloor heating can be installed in most houses under almost any type of flooring. It gives you the option to have different zones heated and controlled independently. It comes very convenient in terms of managing heat distribution depend on which rooms are being used at the time.
Of course, you can! It is even recommended if the room is big enough, the area of heating can be split into sections. This approach works great with open-plan areas like kitchen diners.
Underfloor heating gives you the ability to warm up naturally cold ceramic or stone floors efficiently. It distributes the heat throughout the heated areas more equally compared to the radiators. Once installed, the underfloor heating requires less maintenance compared to central heating.
The underfloor heating gives you more control, increased comfort, better heat distribution, and it costs less to run. Underfloor heating provides a cleaner radiant heat causing less discomfort to asthma and dust allergies sufferers.