Boiler Repairs / Servicing in Edinburgh

Boilers require a little care to keep them running effectively. Getting regular boiler services is a great way of keeping your boiler in tip top condition.

A boiler service is basically a range of different checks to ensure your boiler is working safely and correctly.

What is a boiler service engineer?

Boiler service engineers carry out boiler services. They’re professionals who are Gas Safe registered, meaning they have the right training and experience to check your boiler safely.

While boiler services aren't free, there are many benefits to paying a little to have your boiler checked out. Benefits range from safety to functionality and include:

• Efficiency: Boiler services make sure every part of your boiler is working properly and efficiently. This means your boiler will use less energy and your energy bills will be lower.

• Safety: Having an engineer regularly check your boiler is an excellent way of preventing accidents from happening. Your engineer will check to make sure there are no leaks and you’re safe from carbon monoxide poisoning.

• Preventing costly repairs: During a boiler service, your engineer may spot developing issues with your boiler. Tackling these sooner could prevent the need for costly repairs further down the line.

• Warranty: Some boiler warranties require regular services to ensure they’re valid.

How long does a boiler service take?

Luckily, you won’t need to block out a large chunk of time for your boiler service. The average duration is just 30 - 60 minutes, allowing you to get back to your day in no time at all.

Even though a boiler service is quite a quick process, there are many checks your Gas Safe registered engineer will carry out. Below we’ve summarised some of the key parts of a boiler service:

• Inspection: The boiler service engineer will first look at the condition and appearance of your boiler. They can spot any immediate issues and make any necessary adjustments.

• Flue: Checking that the flue is clear and properly fitted.

• Controls: Making sure the controls on your boiler work as they should.

• Safety devices: Ensuring these are functioning properly.

• Gas pressure: Checking that your boiler has the correct gas pressure.

• Cleaning: If any of the components of your boiler need cleaning, your engineer will carry this out.

• Documentation: Finally, the engineer will create a report of all the checks they’ve carried out. This may include tips and advice to keep your boiler working properly.

How often should you service your boiler?

Most boiler manufacturers recommend getting your boiler serviced each year.

Many Gas Safe registered engineers have a standard boiler service price that they charge for all customers. Having said that, services for different types of boiler may be priced differently.

For example, the average boiler service cost for a gas boiler is £80, while the average cost for an electric combi boiler is £72. For more up to date prices and guidance, check out our boiler service cost guide.

Unfortunately, boilers can break over time, particularly if they haven't been serviced in years. This can be due to a number of different issues but it’s often possible to repair your boiler rather than needing a replacement.

Some common boiler repairs include:

• Leak repairs

• Filter cleaning or replacement

• Slow heating boiler repairs

• Efficiency improvements

• Loud noise repairs

• Part replacements

• Gas leak repairs

A boiler repair engineer has the proper training and qualifications to fix your boiler. They have the training to tackle small irritating issues or dangerous issues. A boiler repair engineer's main job is to get your boiler working properly and safely as soon as possible.

Always check your boiler regularly. If you notice any of the below issues, it’s time to get your boiler serviced or repaired:

• Strange smells

• Pilot light is no longer blue

• Loud banging

• Leaks

• Pressure loss

• Boiler keeps turning off

Unlike boiler services, boiler repair costs can vary a lot from job to job. To estimate the average boiler repair cost, consider the following factors:

• Whether you need any new parts

• The age and condition of your boiler

• The brand and model of boiler you have

• The time needed for the repair

• The issue

Boiler repair cost

It’s impossible to accurately know how much your boiler repairs will cost due to the number of variables involved. However, we can look at average costs in the UK. The average price homeowners pay for boiler repair is £300.

If you’d like to see more prices and learn more about repairs, please see our boiler repair cost guide.

If you have a boiler emergency, this needs to be dealt with sooner rather than later. For example, a small leak is not considered an emergency but a total boiler breakdown is. This is particularly dangerous during the winter when you may be unable to stay warm without your boiler.

Emergency boiler repairs are more expensive than standard repairs due to the urgency of the situation. The average price you can expect to pay for emergency boiler repairs is around £410 but you may need to pay extra for parts.

Want to speak to boiler repair/service engineers in Edinburgh?

If you’re having trouble with your boiler or need to book an annual service, it’s important to hire an experienced, qualified engineer. They’ll be able to give you a quote and explain the process.

To help save you time and energy, we can help you find professionals who offer boiler service\repairs near you. One option is to use our online search feature to explore your local engineers.

Alternatively, why not try our request a quote feature? Just give us the details of your job and we’ll pass these on to three companies who provide boiler repairs/services near you who’ll get in touch with you directly.