Why would a boiler just stopped working?

There are a variety of reasons why your boiler may not be working; common examples include the boiler pressure being too low or too high, a power cut, gas supply issues, a faulty pilot light, a frozen condensate pipe, faulty internal components or a more complex issue.

Is it illegal to work on gas?

Gas work is illegal if it has been carried out by someone who is not registered or qualified to do the work. This can include people who have never been registered, those who have been registered in the past but are not currently registered, and those working outside the scope of their registration.

Where do I report a gas engineer?

How Do I Report Illegal Works? If you suspect that someone who is installing, servicing, repairing gas appliances or pipework without being RGII registered, then you should report this to RGII. in order to report any such activity you should go to the Report An Illegal Gas Installer page on the RGII website.

What to do if your boiler pressure goes down?

If the problem definitely stems from the boiler itself, take a look at the pressure gauge. This should never drop to 1 or below, and if that is the case, it will need to be topped up – check the instruction manual for how to do this, as each model is different.

Why does my boiler keep shutting itself down?

A safety feature designed to prevent boilers from overheating will force the appliance to shut itself down in these instances, as the pump’s job is to move a steady supply of hot water throughout your home – if it is failing to do this, the hot water will stay put in the boiler. If this is the case, you’ll need the help of a professional.

When to call a plumber for a boiler problem?

If this is the case, you’ll need the help of a professional. Sometimes a boiler will switch in and supply central heating to a home, but will refuse to heat water. There could be a number of reasons for this, and some of them can be rectified without calling for help from a plumber or energy supplier.

Is there a problem with the boilers in the UK?

For thousands of people in recent weeks that is what has happened. The second extremely cold winter in a row has exposed what plumbers say is a flaw with condensing boilers, the only sort permitted to be installed since 2005 under government regulations.

What to do if your boiler stopcock is not working?

If your gas stopcock is on but your boiler isn’t receiving any gas, or if none of your other gas appliances are working, then you should contact your gas supplier. You can then try relighting the pilot light yourself – ensuring you follow the instructions found in your boiler’s manual for igniting the pilot light.

When to know if your boiler is losing pressure?

All boilers will very gradually lose boiler pressure over time but a sudden sharp drop could be the sign of a bigger issue. So if you’ve noticed a drop in boiler pressure check for water leaks and cold patches on radiators (as they may need bleeding).

Which is the most common cause of a boiler leak?

It’s important to note that you should never attempt to repair a boiler leak yourself – always call out a Gas Safe registered engineer. The most common cause of a leaking boiler is a broken internal component, such as a pump seal or pressure valve.