Why would an older boiler need a power-flush

As your gas boiler and system ages deposits evolves within the pipework. You will need to flush the central heating system to remove this sludge build up and help to restore normal heating efficiency.

A power-flush is an efficient way of removing this contamination and dirt that build up inside your heating system over time.

Irregardless on the type of central heating system you have it can be subject to this problem, the passage of time rather than central heating system design is the main influence. You do not want to replace and update your gas fired boiler with the latest model without commissioning a power-flush first. As the sludge and general dirt are disturbed in the new installation it will find its way into your new gas fired boiler and reduce its effectiveness and life span.

It is beneficial to add corrosion inhibitors to your heating boiler and system to slow this build up of deposits .

The following are some of the problems that could be avoided with a power flush as it removes the sediment from your…

Co Some details and safety guidance

Leaving no smell and having no taste Carbon Monoxide Gas is very dangerous and toxic. Normal gas fire or gas appliance functioning produces innocuous gases but lack of oxygen can result in Co production. Correctly operating gas appliances create Carbon Dioxide, a harmless gas. Decreased oxygen supplies can lead to Carbon Monoxide Gas. Building regulations prescribing air necessities and the widespread availability gas appliance servicing services has reduced the relative incidence of Carbon Monoxide poisoning although there are still thirty deaths per year.

Can you identify a Co problem if you look at your gas appliances?

If your gas appliances have indications of stain on their surface or on the walls near them you may be seeing some of the results of poor ventilation and production of excess waste gases. You can also check pilot lights and other gas flames that ordinarily burn blue through an inspection chamber if fitted. If the pilot in your system starts burning yellowed you should have the central heating appliance serviced by a trained engineer without delay.

How do I protect my family from Co and…