Best Time to Service Your Boilers
/Prevent Critical Failures
Book your commercial heating service visits in Autumn.
With the summer coming to an end and Autumn just around the corner, getting your commercial boilers checked may be the last thing on your mind. But, it’s not on ours!
As an experienced national commercial building service provider, JCW will always advocate for proactivity in boiler maintenance. A well thought out planned maintenance programme, would always endeavor to have your boilers booked in and serviced before the temperature drops. Neglecting to check on the health of your gas heating equipment will inevitably lead to breakdowns. Proactive maintenance coupled with routine checks ensure that equipment will run optimally when the colder weather arrives, this will prevent critical failures that may take days to repair, and in busier periods where boiler service providers are in higher demand.
Staying proactive is vital for Building Managers. Preparing your commercial boilers for the colder months and understanding the causes of boiler failures can ensure a breakdown free winter, read on to see how to stay proactive with your boiler issues.
Causes of Gas Heating Failure
Below are the causes of commercial gas heating failure that FMs need to keep in mind:
Corroded gas valves - Gas valves regulate the flow of gas from your supply line to your unit. When corroded, gas valves will provide an insufficient supply to your equipment and cause heating problems. Make sure that your engineer checks these as a part of a routine check-up and that they also ensure valves are in good shape. Debris or moisture in the gas piping are also known culprits of heating problems.
Combustion issues – Poor combustion in your gas heating system may cause irregular heating and also pose a health risk to building occupants. Inefficient combustion may lead to high levels of carbon monoxide in your premises, so be sure to have this included in your maintenance checklist.
Drop in water pressure – A drop in water pressure might indicate a leak somewhere in the water system, or that your boiler is experiencing pressurising issues. It is best to consult your service contractor to assess the situation and take corrective measures to get the system running optimally again. Bleeding your radiators are another possible cause in lost water pressure, so be sure to have your pressure checked immediately after you have had your radiators bled.
Cracked heat exchanger – Heat exchangers play a very important role in the safe and optimal provisioning of warm air to your building. Over time, heat exchangers may develop cracks that will result in insufficient heat supply and pose a health risk to occupants. Insufficient airflow to your system may cause the exchanger to overheat, which leads to stress caused by contraction and expansion of the heat exchanger.
Inaccurate time control operation – Faulty timers will cause your system to operate inaccurately and fail to provide the desired indoor climate. Older systems have mechanical timers that may become stuck due to dirt, dust or simply old age. Ensure your timers function correctly and test them regularly to avoid any nasty surprises. Remember, your thermostat plays an equally important role in the regulation of indoor temperatures and that periodic check-ups and tests will guard against your thermostat causing irregular heating.
Gas fired systems need periodic check-ups and regular maintenance to guarantee the provision of heating in a safe and efficient manner. Building Managers should ensure that they have a decent understanding of the working parts of their equipment, which will prevent unforeseen breakdowns that lead to extended downtime on equipment.
Get the Best Out of Your Heating Systems
Apart from the complexity of gas heating systems, there are also different implementations of the technology, and Building Managers are well advised to educate themselves about the particular equipment employed at their premises. Remember that a proactive approach is the best answer to ensuring you get the very best out of your heating equipment in the most cost and energy efficient manner.
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