Your boiler is essential for keeping your home and family warm no matter how cold the weather is outside. However, it’s not uncommon for boilers to develop problems as time passes, leaving you with a system that struggles to heat efficiently. When you know the warning signs of a boiler in need of repair, you can call for professional service so we can help you prevent a complete breakdown.
Whether you notice strange noises or uneven heating, your boiler needs a little TLC. Don’t wait until the issue worsens—acting early to invest in boiler repair in Loveland, OH, can save you time and money. Keep reading to learn more about the three key signs that your boiler needs professional attention.
High or Low Pressure
Your boiler operates best within a specific pressure range, which you can find in the instruction manual for your particular boiler. Noticing pressure that falls outside of this range once in a while isn’t a huge deal. But if pressure is consistently higher or lower than the accepted range, you need to call our team for service.
Pressure that is too low is a sign that your boiler has a leak somewhere. Air getting into the system at the site of the leak is lowering the internal pressure and impacting operation. Pressure that is too high can mean that there is too much water in the system or that a valve somewhere is damaged. High pressure increases strain and makes it more likely that you’ll have a breakdown of some sort.
Unusual Sounds
A boiler should operate quietly as a standard, although it may not be completely silent. Any strange sounds like banging, whistling, rumbling, or gurgling point to potential problems. A loud banging sound can mean that there is limescale buildup or sludge in the heat exchanger that needs to be cleaned out.
Whistling can point to airflow issues or pressure changes. Gurgling is often a sign of water flow being impacted in some way due to a blockage or even a frozen pipe. Any other sounds are equally concerning, even if you can’t pinpoint the precise source or reason.
Bad Odors
Your boiler should never smell bad for any reason. Any smells are concerning, but there are some in particular you should monitor for, including:
- Metallic or burning smells – Something inside the boiler may be overheating or there may be electrical issues.
- Sulfuric or rotten egg smells – If you have a gas boiler there may be a gas leak. But gas leaks don’t always have a bad odor, so make sure that you invest in carbon monoxide detectors instead of relying on odors to reveal a leak.
- Musty or damp smells – It’s easy to think that it’s perfectly normal for your boiler to smell a little musty. It is a water appliance after all. But these smells can point to mold and mildew growth in or around the system.
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