The importance of gas safety

There’s no doubt about it no matter how much we’d prefer not to admit it the dark evenings are approaching and it’s becoming bleaker (did we ever get the summer we were promised? ?!). The season of autumn is here , and while it might not be the most exciting subject this is the right moment to think about your gas appliance servicing.

In this article we’ll give you a whistle-stop tour of the importance of regular maintenance, how it can reduce your expenses, what is required to be maintained at your home or in your place of work, and the procedure that is involved.

Three Reasons why Gas Maintenance Is Essential

Health and Safety The health and safety of your family is more important than the wellbeing of your friends, family members and loved ones. If something is not working well with your gas appliance, there are numerous risks that could occur from fires, gas leaks or even water escapes. Monitoring regularly your appliances can help avoid these.

It can save you money Inspecting your boiler has been serviced and that other systems are operating efficiently will result in less wasted energy and saves you money.

Energy efficient systems allow energy to be put to better use such as heating your home and water. The more efficient system means higher performance and is also better for the environment as well.

Which gas appliances need servicing?

You may just think boiler servicing is the only appliance that requires regular maintenance. Unfortunately, this is wrong. As a homeowner, you should be ensuring that all gas appliances (including but not just boilers, cookers, hobs and heaters) including flues, pipework and flues are regularly serviced. The only method to be sure that they are safe for your home.

If there is something wrong If something is not right, a gas engineer will give you advice. If you’re regular with your maintenance, then you’ll feel confident that everything is in good well and operating exactly as it should.

Who is able to carry out a Gas Service?

No matter what you are getting serviced, it’s essential that you let an engineer registered with Gas Safe perform work on those gas devices. You can verify if the engineer you choose to work with is registered by visiting the Gas Safe website. Registered engineers will always carry their gas safe badge.

Are Gas Appliance servicing a legal requirement?

If you’re a home-based household, then no. However, it’s recommended.

In the case of a tenant, it is a legal requirement to install a gas line for each gas appliance within each property annually.

It’s the Gas Servicing Checklist

There are various kinds of gas appliances and systems, and each is able to be examined in a different manner based on the kind of device and fittings. However, typically a safe gas and plumbing service is comprised of:

Checking all seal to ensure they are up to standard
Ensuring all controls are working on an appliance
Checking out all components
Inspecting flues, combustion releases and flues.
Reviewing pressure and gas flows throughout the system
The pipework and water is all working ok
All electrical connections function.
Safety devices that are adequate are in place and in good working order

This list is not all-encompassing it is merely a collection of points that should be considered. Gas engineers with a valid license can confirm the details of every job.

When should you get your gas appliances maintained

It’s the best moment to do it, especially in the event that it has been over a year since the last time your appliances were serviced.

Early autumn is an ideal time to be getting the job done. Consider this, we’re just a few months away from winter and temperatures are only going to be going one way. Your systems will be experiencing increasingly more pressure over the next 5-6months. Making sure they’re operating properly will improve their efficiency and save you cash during the winter months and provide you with peace of mind.