Modern boilers are more reliable and efficient than the older models, and are also known to last longer.

A replacement boiler needs to be considered carefully. Modern central heating boilers are known to be considerably more energy efficient, with efficiency ratings achieving over 90%, compared to a maximum of 50%. This is a good environmental reason to replace the boiler, with increased efficiency the cost of the boiler is recovered in just a few years.

The replacement boiler should not be too big, this is wasteful, or too small, this means that the boiler will be working too hard and may break down quite often. You need to choose a boiler that will fit in with your life style, do you need a combi boiler or do you wish to retain the hot tank and fit a standard boiler. A condensing boiler will save as much as 45% of your heating fuel bill.

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Cambridge Boiler Services will always give you the best advice possible when you feel it is time to replace your boiler.  Cambridge Boiler Services was started in 2008 in response to a need for a quality conscious, price efficient company that specialises in central heating and hot water installations and repairs.

The founders of the company have a wide range of experience, working for the last 20 years on a variety of properties. Schools, residential homes, domestic properties, offices and shops have all become part of the Cambridge Boiler Services portfolio.

The maintenance and repair of boilers and heating systems is best left to experts such as Cambridge Boiler Services.

If you keep your boiler and central heating system in good working order and have the boiler serviced regularly, then the risk of the boiler breaking down is minimised. A boiler break down is always inconvenient, but worse if the weather is exceptionally cold. The breakdown could involve a gas leak or a carbon monoxide leak, which could be fatal. Also, there is the risk of an electrical fault causing a fire!

As the price of heating systems and boilers continues to rise, cheap and sub-standard maintenance and repair could result in damage to the systems. This will not be covered under the insurance and could result in you having to pay out alot of money to replace the defective work.

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Cambridge Boiler Services are a reputable and experienced company. The company was started in 2008 in response to a need for a quality conscious, price efficient company that specialises in central heating and hot water installations and repairs. The founders of the company have a wide range of experience, working for the last 20 years on a variety of properties. Schools, residential homes, domestic properties, offices and shops have all become part of the Cambridge Boiler Services portfolio.

If you have a combi gas boiler then it stands to reason that you want it to work for as long as possible. When you have this combi set up, if the equipment breaks then it can be a very frustrating time. For this reason you need to do everything that you can to keep it in tip top condition and full working order.

Ideally you should look at getting the gas boiler serviced regularly. In a similar way to that of car service, a gas boiler service checks to make sure that your boiler is in the best possible condition. This lessens your chance of something going wrong and the boiler breaking.

Unfortunately even if you do this there will likely come a time when the combi gas boiler will break. It makes sense that you’ll want this to be repaired as soon as possible so that there is as little disruption as possible to you and your family.

If it does break finding someone to repair it quickly is vital. So how do you go about finding someone that can do repairs for you? Cambridge Boiler Services will fix your combi gas boiler efficiently and correctly. Cambridge Boiler Services are fully insured to work on the smallest domestic premises to the largest commercial builder. We take our responsibilities very seriously, although this means this cost is built into the cost price of the job, it does mean than you will not be left with any problems once we have left.

Combi gas boilers are an expensive purchase especially if it is something that you are not expecting to spend out on. This is why if your boiler does break then it is a practical solution to get it repaired rather than buy a brand new one. This is also better for the environment as it is the equivalent of recycling your gas boiler and means that the materials do not just get thrown out and replaced – a win win situation.

As with all heating appliances, your boiler should be serviced on a regular basis to ensure that it is operating efficiently and safely. A qualified and experienced service engineer, such as  Cambridge boiler services  should carry out the service. There are some very important reasons to have your boiler regularly serviced.

1. Repair costs Neglecting your boiler service is a big mistake that may cost you much more in the long term. In the current economic climate, having your boiler serviced, although not expensive, is often overlooked. If the boiler is working fine, why have it serviced? You could be making a big mistake if you do decide not to have your boiler serviced. Having your boiler serviced on a regular basis can help avoid expensive boiler repair costs in the future. If you have ever had a major fault with a boiler, you can appreciate that repairs can be expensive and inconvenient, particularly if the fault occurs when the weather outside is cold! Boilers are subject to gradual wear and tear, that left unchecked, will eventually cause major damage, which could mean a new boiler is the only solution.

2. Maintenance of manufacturers warranty If you have purchased a combination boiler (combi-boiler) or any other type of boiler in the last couple of years, you may be assuming that your boiler is covered under the manufacturer’s warranty. While this is the case when you buy a boiler, many manufacturers state that the warranty is only valid if you have your boiler serviced by a professional boiler engineer. If you don’t have your combi-boiler serviced, a lot of the manufacturers won’t honour the warranty. So you’re running the risk of your boiler not being as efficient as it should be and you’re losing the value of your warranty. So if you want the full value of the warranty you have already paid for, you must make sure that your boiler is serviced annually by a boiler engineer who is Gas Safe registered.

3. Landlord’s responsibility If you are a landlord – gas safety is a legal requirement. All landlords have a legal duty under the Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations 1998 to maintain all appliances and flues that have been provided for their tenants and to have them checked once a year. The certification is a gas safety certificate (CP12) for all gas equipment in the accommodation that is rented out. Gas Safety Certificates can only be given by GAS SAFE registered engineers and are valid for 12 months. Before issuing a Gas Safety Certificate, the engineer will first check gas supply, gas appliances, gas flues and ventilation. If any problems are identified, the landlord must get a GAS SAFE registered engineer to carry out any necessary works. The engineer has the power to seal off any faulty equipment or request the gas company to cut supply to the property should it be deemed necessary.

4. Keeping energy bills low Having your boiler serviced can also save you money in energy costs, as after a service, your boiler will be working to full capacity, meaning it is more energy efficient. During a boiler service, your boiler will be calibrated, checked for leaks and soot build-ups. The result of this is that your boiler will be at full capacity, so you will have reduced energy bills. As your boiler is more efficient after a service, it means that it is also more environmentally friendly as less energy is wasted. If you are selling your home, an energy efficient combination boiler can be seen as a selling point. It might not impact directly on the value of your property but it could help you to sell your property more quickly.”

5. Health and safety – carbon monoxide poisoning In some cases, detecting boiler faults ‘too late’ could be fatal, because even modern combination boilers (combi-boilers) can develop carbon monoxide leaks. Known as the ‘silent killer’, carbon monoxide (CO) is odourless and so is difficult to detect, but can cause serious illness and lead to death. In its early stages, it causes headaches and flu like symptoms, and with continued exposure it can cause death. The National Health Service (NHS) and many other organisations recommend that you have your boiler, central heating system and gas appliances checked annually by a professional boiler engineer. As part of your service, the engineer will make sure your boiler does not have carbon monoxide leaks and is safe. If you are a landlord, you have a legal obligationto provide these checks to ensure the safety of your tenants.