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Fast, reliable boiler repairs from experienced Gas Safe engineers. We fix most common boiler faults quickly, offer honest advice with transparent pricing, and provide prompt local service you can trust. Your safety and comfort always come first. Call us now!
Common Boiler Faults We Repair in the Canterbury Area
Low Boiler Pressure
Low boiler pressure is one of the most common issues we repair in Canterbury. Signs that your system may be affected include:
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Radiators not heating up fully or taking a long time to warm
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No hot water or heating cutting in and out
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The boiler keeps switching itself off
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Pressure gauge reading below 1 bar
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Unusual noises such as gurgling or banging
No Hot Water or Heating
Losing hot water or heating is one of the clearest signs your boiler needs attention. Common symptoms include:
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Boiler is running but radiators stay cold
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Hot water taps only produce lukewarm or cold water
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Heating works only intermittently or cuts out
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Boiler display shows error codes or flashing lights
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Pilot light has gone out or won’t stay lit
Leaking or Dripping Boilers
A leaking or dripping boiler is a warning sign that something isn’t working correctly. Common symptoms include:
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Visible water dripping from the boiler casing or pipes
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Damp patches or pooling water beneath the boiler
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Drop in boiler pressure on the gauge
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Rust, corrosion, or staining around pipe joints
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Strange noises caused by water escaping or air entering the system
Strange Noises from the Boiler
Unusual noises from your boiler often indicate an underlying problem. Symptoms to look out for include:
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Banging or knocking sounds when the boiler starts up
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Whistling or kettling noises, often caused by limescale build-up
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Gurgling in pipes or radiators due to trapped air
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Humming or vibrating noises during operation
Radiators Not Heating Properly
If your radiators aren’t heating as they should, it could signal a problem with your boiler or central heating system. Common symptoms include:
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Radiators staying completely cold even when the heating is on
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Cold spots, usually at the top or bottom of the radiator
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Radiators heating unevenly across your home
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Slow warm-up times compared to normal
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Gurgling or knocking noises coming from radiators or pipes
Faulty Thermostats & Controls
A faulty thermostat or broken heating controls can stop your boiler and radiators from working properly. Common symptoms include:
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Heating not turning on or off when it should
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Room temperature not matching thermostat settings
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Hot water or heating running constantly
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Boiler failing to respond to control changes
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Display screen errors or unresponsive controls
Boiler Keeps Switching Off
If your boiler keeps turning itself off, it’s a sign of an underlying fault that needs attention. Symptoms to look out for include:
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Boiler shuts down soon after starting up
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Heating or hot water cuts out unexpectedly
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Boiler needs frequent resets to keep running
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Error codes or warning lights displayed on the control panel
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Inconsistent heating with radiators going cold mid-cycle
Underfloor Heating Not Working
When underfloor heating stops working, it often shows clear signs that something isn’t right. Common symptoms include:
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Floor areas staying cold even when the system is on
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Uneven heating, with some rooms or zones warmer than others
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Heating taking much longer than usual to warm up
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No response when adjusting the thermostat or controls
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Boiler or manifold showing error codes or pressure drops
