Safety measures to make your boiler efficient in between servicing

The most significant factor of heating system that provides comfort to the numerous homes and apartments are efficient boilers. Regular servicing and maintenance will keep boiler repairs to a minimum and also a simple boiler service can keep at bay complete breakdown or boiler or even fickle generation of fatal gases. Most of us think that the money spends on boiler services is not an essential one but professionals recommend to service your boiler for every twelve months and if you are a landlord then it will be a legal requirement for every property you let out. Here are some ways to be aware of the fact what can you do in between servicing to ensure your boiler is as safe and efficient as possible.
Need for carbon monoxide alarmr
Many of us won’t consider having smoke alarm in your home as we are not aware of the evil effects of carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide is a colourless, odourless and tasteless gas and it is equally a toxic gas to both animals and human beings. It offers adverse effects that may result in death by asphyxiation which is preceded by head aches, vomiting, vertigo and flu like symptoms. Low level exposure can lead to depression, confusion and memory loss.
Instead of suffering from all those health effects it is advisable to purchase carbon monoxide alarm as it is very cheap and it will be a great solution to protect your family and tenants from carbon monoxide poisoning. As this alarm can detect the carbon monoxide leakage and gives you the early warning of leaks from your boiler and also you can assure peace of mind in between boiler servicing.
Make use of the boiler even if there is no needr
Sometimes in summer you may not required heating but it is always better to put your heating on for 10 minutes once a month as it will create costly problems when the boiler is not operating over few months. Months of inactivity lead to moving parts seizing up and the pumps being clogged with grit. On the other hand it had to be put on at least for a few hours over the winter while chilly temperatures can cause water to freeze in your pipes which in turn causes the water to expand and crack the pipes.
Replace with new oner
An old boiler will cost you more in the long run not just for repairs but also in energy bills. With an “A” efficiency rating, any new boiler can save your energy bills and if your boiler is old (more than 10-15 years) it is better to replace it with new one so that you can save you as much as 40% on your annual heating bill.
Keep it clean:
Like other house hold items which require occasional clean you also required to clean your boiler regularly. The efficiency of the boiler will be affected if any dust or dirt gets blocked inside it and so make sure to give it wipe down and once an over with the duster between each boiler servicing.