As with any energy solution, whether it’s run by fossil fuels or sustainable energy, it is important to ensure it’s regularly serviced – ideally, every 12 months. By servicing your commercial gas boiler regularly ensure it continues to run efficiently and cost-effectively. An unserviced gas boiler can quickly under-perform and, as a result, cost more in breakdown repairs than a service would have cost. Servicing of a commercial gas boiler is also essential for insurance purposes.
Maintaining your gas boiler
A gas boiler service must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer. They will inspect and clean all of the parts inside the boiler, such as the pipework and seals which will also be examined for leaks. In addition, the pressure will be checked and the boiler flue will be fully inspected to ensure it is safe.
Typically, the service will also include inspections of the burner and heat exchanger. These will be cleaned to remove any dirt generated from the gas burning process. The expansion vessel will also be tested to ensure is has the correct pressure in the system.
While the annual servicing of a residential gas boiler is highly recommended, it is a legal requirement for businesses. An insurance policy can become null and void if a servicing is missed or late; ignorance is not an accepted excuse.
Gas certification
For businesses with gas appliances in commercial kitchens, an annual Gas Certificate is also required, for insurance purposes. As part of this servicing work, the ventilation and extraction systems are checked to ensure they continue to work effectively and safely.
Renewable energy alternatives to gas boilers
If you are considering moving away from your commercial gas boiler to something which is more sustainable, there are a few options to consider:
Biomass
Commercial biomass heating is an efficient way of heating an area and/or hot water, and is typically a great alternative to a gas boiler. It can significantly reduce your environmental impact with lower C02 emissions through its use of carbon-neutral wood pellets. In addition, biomass heating delivers fuel cost savings of between 50% to 80% compared with fossil fuels.
CHP Systems
Our Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems are bespoke solutions ideal for businesses with high electricity and hot water demand, such as hotels, spas, swimming pools as well as the hot water processes such as cleaning of food-use tankers and equipment. A highly efficient technology, CHP units can reach efficiency ratings in excess of 80%.
Air Source Heat Pump
An air source heat pump (ASHP) transfers heat absorbed from the outside air to an indoor space. It works via the wet central heating systems to heat radiators and provide hot water. A heat pump system can provide all the heat your business needs while running at much lower temperatures than a gas boiler, thereby reducing your energy bills.
Contact us
Our technicians are Gas Safe Registered Engineers, as well as HETAS approved technicians. This means we can provide the servicing and maintenance of commercial gas boilers as well as renewable energy solutions, such as CHP systems, across the North East of England and the Central Belt of Scotland.
Contact us on 07889 105050 to book your gas boiler service.