Emergency Boiler Repairs: What You Need To Do
Don’t panic, if you have a regular boiler service, you are already doing everything you can to prevent issues. Being prepared and being on top of the smaller issues can go a long way to making sure that major problems don’t happen.
However, the first thing you should do is contact a professional who knows boilers and can make the repairs necessary to get your boiler up and running again.
What Is An Emergency Boiler Repair
An emergency issue can come in all shapes and sizes. However, typically these will include:
A gas leak
A water leak
When you are left without heating or hot water
What Should I do If I Smell Gas
It is of the utmost importance that you call the Gas Emergency Services line on 0800 111 999 immediately should you smell gas or if you think you have a gas leak. Leaking gas can be a danger to life. Northern Gas Networks instruct six vital steps to follow:
Call the Gas Emergency Services line on 0800 111 999
Put out any naked flames, and don’t smoke or strike any matches
Turn off all your gas appliances and don’t use them until they’re checked by an engineer
Turn off your electrical appliances, and avoid turning any switches on or off
Open your doors and windows
Keep other people away from the area
What If There Is A Water Leak?
If the issue with your boiler is a water leak, the best and only thing you should do is turn your water supply off. Finding your stopcock and preventing the supply of water to your home will ensure it doesn’t get any worse while you wait for support. If you don’t know where your stopcock is, it is worth finding out so if you ever need it in an emergency, you can locate it easily.
Typically you will find your stopcock under the main sink in your kitchen. However, it could be found outside the property too.
Who To Call In An Emergency
Boilers are complex machines and if not used correctly, could cause a danger to life. It is important that you trust any repairs to a Gas Safe Registered professional. At The Boiler Breakdown Expert we are proud to be registered on this register.
