Boiler Service & Repair Billericay

We have serviced and repaired boilers in Billericay for over 30 years. We service and repair all makes and types of Boilers. Emergency Boiler repairs include a same-day response with no call-out charges.

Boiler Servicing

TM Hughes & Son Gas Services Ltd have been servicing Boilers in Billericay for over three decades. We are Worcester Bosch accredited engineers and service all types and makes of boilers.

Call – 01277 800075

Benefits Of A TM Hughes & Son Boiler Service

• An annual boiler service reduces the likelihood of Boiler failure and ensures your Boiler runs optimally.
• Breakdowns usually occur in the middle of winter when the Boiler’s working at its hardest. We’re inundated with emergency calls to fix boilers during the winter.
• We’ve found that customers who have a Boiler service every year rarely suffer breakdowns.
• There’s nothing worse than going without hot water and heating in freezing weather. Protect yourself from this scenario with a Boiler service.
• An experienced Gas Safe engineer will come to your house whenever you want to service your Boiler
• Our Billericay engineer will produce his Gas Safe Registered identification on arrival, so you know for sure you’re using an experienced professional
• The Boiler Service is conducted using a stringent procedure that covers everything. All work is carried out in a clean and organised manner.
• Following the service, your Boiler will run optimally, giving you a cosy home and lower energy bills. (Please note the increased efficiency after a service depends on the Boiler type and age.)
• You’ll also enjoy protection from breakdown and carbon monoxide poisoning, a real risk to all homes with fuel-burning appliances. The Boilers were thoroughly checked for signs of carbon monoxide during the service.
• If we uncover any issues with your Boiler during the service, we can usually rectify the faults there and then. We carry many parts in stock (if not, we can often source parts locally on the same day)
• If extra work is required due to faulty Boiler parts, we’ll always discuss the cost with you. First, you will never be charged for any work you haven’t agreed to
• Servicing validates Boiler breakdowns on most installation warranties and home insurance policies. You’ll probably find that if you haven’t had a service in the previous twelve months, then you’re not covered.
• You’re provided with a service record, which you can use as proof if necessary.
• The Engineer will leave the work area as found and review any recommendations for your Boiler and heating system (if any). To ensure everything runs as best as it possibly can

Boiler Service Procedure

We follow stringent servicing procedures that adhere to the Boiler manufacturer’s guidelines. A typical Boiler service looks like this:

1. Older Boilers can leak water from seals and faulty pressure valves, which can cause the casing to rust. We thoroughly inspect the case inside and out for signs of water leaks. If we find rust, we’ll attempt to mend the case.
2. The case is cleaned.
3. Boiler seals are checked, ensuring they haven’t come loose or suffered from corrosion.
4. All pipework is checked for leaks. Any leaking pipes are rectified.
5. Low pressure and blockages can cause Boilers to switch off continually. We check and adjust pressure and water flow as needed, and we’ll detect any blockages.
6. All Boiler elements are cleaned. A clean boiler performs better and lets us test with precision.
7. The gas burners are cleaned, and the pressures are checked and adjusted when required.
8. A Gas meter is used to run a gas rate check, ensuring your Boiler is utilising the correct amount of gas.
9. The oxygen, carbon dioxide, and carbon monoxide rates are checked with a flue gas analyser, ensuring your Boiler is efficient and risk-free.
10. Ventilation is checked, and we’ll ensure your Boiler receives the essential ten cubic meters of air for every cubic meter of gas burned.
11. A flue check confirms that all poisonous gases are removed while retaining heat. If necessary, the flue is adjusted.
12. Safety and relief valves are checked, and their proper function is essential to prevent Boiler damage in the event of failure.
13. The Boiler and Pipework are checked extensively for leaking gas.
14. The case is refitted securely.
15. The Boilers and heating were switched on.
16. A service record is created. Save this document to prove your Boiler has been serviced by a fully qualified Gas Safe registered heating engineer.

The Engineer will ensure all radiators are getting hot and will bleed them if necessary. Central heating systems are sometimes built up with debris (known in the heating trade as sludge). Sludge can cause boiler problems while preventing radiators from getting hot. If this is the case with your system, we may recommend a power flush.

Frozen pipes are a common cause of winter failures. We’ll check your exterior pipes for vulnerability and recommend insulating if necessary.

Boiler Repairs

Need Your Boiler Repaired? Call Us Today: 01277 800075

Most homes and businesses in Billericay use a Boiler to supply hot water and heating. Boilers are hard-working appliances with many parts prone to failure, which can cause a Boiler breakdown.

If your boiler breaks down, you need an experienced Gas Safe registered engineer to attend the same day. A Gas Safe engineer will quickly identify the problem and change the faulty part to get your Boiler back up and running.

Look no further than TM Hughes & Son Gas Services Ltd. We have been repairing Boilers in the Billericay area for over 30 years. We serve domestic and commercial clients with a record of many happy customers.

When you phone us, you’ll speak directly with a friendly, experienced Gas Engineer who will answer your questions and concerns.

We advise you over the phone on what to do while you wait for an engineer to arrive and complete the work.

Customer service is essential to us. We go out of our way to keep our customers happy. You’ll experience impeccable service throughout, from your first contact to a swift Boiler repair at a fair price you’re satisfied with.

We can get an engineer to your home or business within 2 hours or at a time that best fits your schedule. So you won’t have to take time off work or disrupt your business’s day-to-day operations.

All Emergency Boiler Repairs Include No Call-Out Charges

On arrival, the Engineer will show his Gas Safe Register ID card so you know you’re dealing with a qualified professional to carry out the necessary repairs to your Boiler. We are also a Worcester Bosch Accredited installer with the qualifications and experience to work on any Boiler.

The Engineer will inspect your Boiler to establish the cause of the breakdown. The Engineer will gather the required parts, many of which are carried on the van. Any parts which we don’t carry can usually be acquired nearby.

Repairs are undertaken in an efficient and tidy manner. Once finished, the Engineer will test your Boiler to ensure it works properly and won’t cause any problems in the foreseeable future. Once the job is finished, the work areas are tidied and left as found.

We Service & Repair All Types Of Boilers

• Gas
• Oil
• LPG
• Electric
• Regular Boilers
• System Boilers
• Combi Boiler

Types Of Boiler Repair

Here are some common Boiler faults that we regularly fix in Billericay.

Pressure Issues

First of all, the pressure is checked. Boilers must run at a certain pressure, and too much pressure can damage the pressure relief valves.

Set the pressure correctly and monitor it. If the pressure continues to fall, there could be a leak in the Boiler or the surrounding pipes, a blockage in the system or a faulty pressure valve. If the Boiler keeps switching off, it could be due to incorrect pressure.

Leak Detection

Next, we’ll remove the Boiler case and visually inspect the working parts. We’ll quickly check for leaks, usually caused by faulty seals or pressure valves, which we can replace quickly.

Leaks can also occur in the pipework due to poor fitting or corrosion. We either refit faulty pipework and fittings correctly or repair them.

Always get a suspected leak seen ASAP, even if the Boiler still functions. It’s only a matter of time before the leak causes the Boiler to fail. Leaks can short-circuit the Boiler, cause internal damage, and damage other areas of your home.

Blockages

If there are no leaks, you may have a blockage somewhere in your system. Over time, debris and limescale (like what you find in your kettle) build up in every central heating system, caused by internal corrosion within radiators.

A large piece of debris can block parts of the Boiler, preventing the correct flow and pressure. We identify and remove blockages by clearing or replacing the internal part where the blockage occurred.

Noises and Sludge

Loud and unusual noises before a Boiler breakdown indicate that the heat exchangers are blocked, causing the component to overheat and eventually fail. It’s always best to inspect your Boiler if you hear loud noises. Investigation and rectification can prevent damage to the Boiler when it eventually fails.

If you discover severe sludge build-up in the central heating system, we can carry out a Powerflush if you wish. A power flush will clear the system, so it runs and heats properly, saving you money on heating and Boiler repair bills.

Other causes of unusual noises are excessive air in the system or a faulty Boiler pump. Sometimes pumps reach the end of their life and fail or become blocked. We unblock, repair and renew pumps as necessary.

Pilot Light & Thermocouple

For a Boiler to function correctly, the pilot light must be on. You might call us because your pilot light keeps going out. The first thing to check is the thermocouple, a device that regulates the gas going into the boiler and ensures there’s the right amount to keep it running.

Faulty thermocouples can fail repeatedly, so they must be replaced. If the thermocouples are in order, the issue could be the gas supply. Your Billericay Gas Engineer will identify the cause and fix it, ensuring enough gas reaches the boiler to keep it running.

Frozen Condensate Pipe

In winter, we deal with many frozen condensate pipes. This pipe deals with the wastewater expelled from modern-day Boilers. When pipes are not insulated properly, they can freeze solid, preventing wastewater flow and stopping the Boiler.

We’ll defrost your pipe and apply insulation so it doesn’t happen again. Always ensure any pipes in areas exposed to the cold are sufficiently insulated. This will help protect you from boiler failure.

Thermostat & Radiator Issues

Faulty thermostats can prevent a boiler from working. As they age, they can become inaccurate and fail. Upgrading the thermostat will get your Boiler working again.

Once your Boiler runs, we’ll check your radiators to ensure they’re heating properly. Radiators that heat only at the bottom likely have excess air in the system. Bleeding will remove the air, allowing your radiators to heat up.

Radiators that heat only at the top and middle are probably clogged with sludge. We can remove any sludge with power flushing if you want a fully clean and functioning central heating system.

We Service & Repair All Makes Of Boilers

• Worcester Bosch
• Alpha
• Ariston
• Baxi
• Ferroli
• Glow-Worm
• Heat-Line
• Ideal
• Keston
• Potterton
• Saunier Duval
• Vaillant
• Viessman
• Vokera
• And More

Service Your Boiler Annually

The best way to prevent a boiler breakdown is to have your Boiler serviced annually. Having no hot water or heating is always inconvenient and unpleasant during the colder months.

A regular service ensures your Boiler runs smoothly and efficiently, so you get the most out of the energy you use.

During a service, we can identify and fix any faults, minimising the risk of future failure.

Properties in Billericay with underfloor heating or Air Conditioning can have these systems serviced and repaired alongside their Boiler, helping maintain reliable heating and cooling without multiple appointments.

If Your Boiler’s Not Working

Call us on 01277 800075. A friendly engineer will first tell you how to prevent damage to your Boiler or home. We can then book a time to come and repair your Boiler.

Hi, I’m Terry, the founder and owner of TM Hughes & Son Gas Services

Please get in touch to book an appointment or receive a free, no-obligation quote

Call – 01277 800075

Email – info@tmhughesandson.uk