Boiler expert reveals four warning signs everyone needs to be aware of

A boiler expert has revealed the four warning signs you need to look out for with your boiler that could signal when it's time for an upgrade.

With many Brits confused about when they think their boiler is on the way out, Myles Robinson, from Compare Boiler Quotes, has compiled a list of signs that will help homeowners.

He explained that issues with your boiler could lead to problems in the long term.

Mr Robinson has also analysed what kind of boilers you could look at investing in, which would help you lower your energy bills.

As boilers use different kinds of fuel to work, whether this is oil, LPG or natural gases, it is important that you carefully research which one is best for your home.

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There are even biomass and electric boilers available, which don’t use any of these.

But with the price of gas being staggeringly high at the moment, other fuels could be better for your wallet.

Here are some of the signs your boiler could need replacing are:

Odd smells

Mr Robinson has advised that if you start to notice an eggy or sulphurous smell coming from your boiler, then it could be a gas leak.

He added: "If you suspect any kind of gas leak it’s important to immediately switch off your gas supply at the meter, open all windows to ventilate and evacuate the home before calling an engineer out."

Noisy system

The expert says that if you start hearing humming or banging noises, it could mean there’s a build-up of air in the central heating system of your boiler or a drop in the water pressure.

This could be dangerous as if it is left unattended for a long period of time, it could lead to an expensive breakdown.

Low performance

Just like anything mechanical, the older the boiler is, the slower it operates.

Having an old boiler in your home could result in lower performance, meaning that you will find yourself continually adjusting the pressure or waiting longer for the radiators in your home to heat up.

The lower performance, Mr Robinson said this could be a sign that your boiler needs an upgrade.

Higher bills

"It’s not just the price of fuel that affects your energy bills," Mr Robinson said.

As technology has improved and gotten better, its become more energy efficient.

Therefore, it is important to check your boiler's energy ratings to make sure it is compatible with today's ratings.

For example, an A rated boiler is up to 20% more efficient than a G rated boiler.

Therefore, if you need to replace your boiler, you will have some choices when it comes to the type of fuel they use.

Mr Robinson added: "The UK government has said that from 2025, new build homes won’t be fitted with a gas boiler, this is to help achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050."

This data was analysed and compiled by Compare Boiler Quotes using information from Boiler Guide, British Gas and Which.

ONS Census data was also used in this commentary.

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