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Bedford’s No.1 Boiler, Mains Pressure Cylinder & Fire Servicing

Just like a car, your heating & hot water system needs to be well maintained in order to keep it operating at its best. We recommend yearly service to help ensure that your boiler, cylinder or fire are running as efficiently and as safely as possible. And your appliance manufacturer requires a service to keep your boiler/cylinder/fire in good, safe working order, maintain its warranty/guarantee and reduce the risk of costly breakdowns.

Please be aware that many house insurance policies also stipulate that your appliance must be maintained as a condition of your agreement.

Regular servicing also ensures that your appliance is running at optimum efficiency, saving energy and money. Having a full service each year reduces the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, which can be fatal and is caused by faulty or poorly maintained appliances.

Whats Included

  • A visual check of the boiler and flame, if possible
  • Checks on the flue (we use a flue gas analyser to take accurate readings)
  • Checking the operating pressure and/or heat input
  • Checking safety device
  • Checking case seals form an effective seal
  • The boiler casing will be removed to check all main boiler components (burner, heat exchanger, main injector, spark/sensor probe)
  • Boiler fired safely to identify any working faults
  • Boiler parts cleaned, if necessary
  • A service report will be provided showing everything your engineer has done and any recommendations he may have.

If you have any questions before booking a service you can talk to your engineer.

Christy Plumbing & Heating service all types of boilers including, non-condensing boilers, condensing boilers, open vent, system, combination boilers and gas boilers. Our team of Gas Safe Registered engineers are highly experienced and fully qualified to carry out boiler services.

A boiler service should only be carried out by a qualified, Gas Safe Registered engineer. To arrange a boiler service please contact our helpful and experienced staff and they will be happy to schedule it in at a time to suit you.

We can remind you when your annual boiler service is due or alternatively you can contact us to book an appointment at a time that suits you.

Download our heating and hot water guide.

We have compiled this ebook to bring you the guidance you need to answer the most common questions. From the pros and cons of boiler types to understanding extended warranties. This ebook covers each topic clearly and simply.

Our aim is for you to have a positive experience when buying a new boiler and to feel confident that you have made the right choice

Mains Pressure Cylinder Servicing

The Christy Plumbing & Heating annual service for unvented water heaters includes testing safety valves, recharging pressure vessels, cleaning the pressure reduction valve, checking electrical connections and providing a record of service.

Manufacturers of unvented water heaters recommend that you have your water heater serviced once each year, and many home insurance policies require this. Note that failure to ensure that your hot water heater and the pipework are inspected and maintained each year may result in insurance providers rejection of claims to cover damage if something were to occur.

Annual maintenance will help to keep the water heater safe and in line with the requirements of the G3 building regulations relating to hot water systems. 

Other types of water heaters such as thermal store or combination water heaters are not required to have an annual service but it is a good idea. For these water heaters, we offer a ‘system health check’, which enables us to investigate all aspects of the heater and provide a report showing the condition of the water heater and enables you to keep on top of maintenance.

Risks associated with unvented systems

Unvented water heaters are safe to use if installed and maintained correctly though an annual service. They incorporate three levels of safety. Thermostats that prevent the water from being heated above 60 – 65°, high-level cut-outs that operate when water reaches 80 – 85° because the thermostat has failed and a temperature relief valve, which operates if both other safety features fail and the water reaches 90 – 95°. In addition, unvented water systems also incorporate a pressure relief valve which operates at 6 – 7 bar.

If these safety features are missing or have become faulty then there is a risk that the water will overheat, and pressure will build up in the tank. 

We also service:

  • Gas fires
  • Warm air heating
  • Electric boilers

Gas Safety Inspections

UK landlords with gas appliances and fittings – including central heating, boilers and flues – must conduct an annual safety check conducted by a Gas Safe engineer. If you are unsure whether the Gas Safety Regulations Act (1998) applies to you, you can find out on the government’s Health And Safety Executive (HSE) website or the Gas Safe Register. https://www.gassaferegister.co.uk/help-and-advice/renting-a-property/information-for-landlords/

If you are a landlord, however, it is highly likely that these laws do apply to you. You must keep a record of the safety check for two years and supply new tenants with a copy of the certificate before they move in and within 28 days of completing a new check. 

Christy Plumbing & Heating provide a professional gas safety inspection to:

  • Landlord’s
  • Homeowners & Buyers
  • Estate & Letting Agents 

The gas safety inspection may take up to an hour and will include service on the boiler. You will be given a gas safety certificate.

Hear what others have to say

Will definitely use them again.

Had a leak and they came out straight away and fixed the issue. So thankful. Will definitely use them again.

Emma P

Great quick response!

Great quick response from Christy Plumbing to fix my leaking tap. Thanks, Ryan and team, your number is in my important contacts now.

Joanne S

Great service

Great service – re tiled our bathroom and installed a new sink vanity unit – brilliant and worked so hard – finishing the work on a Sunday afternoon – very pleased

Janice R

Fantastic experience

Fantastic experience, burst water pipe. The plumber was fast to respond, and the problem was fixed within minutes. would definitely recommend them.

 

Alison M

Please, never retire!

Lawrence and his team came to the rescue of our blocked drain and us ! As ever, highly professional, reassuring and do the job! Please, never retire, it is so good to have the company here in Clapham.

Susan L

Burst outside pipe

New pipe section fitted. Although the boys had problems getting the joints to fit. Some problems with different-sized pipes. Anyway, the job is done and seems ok, thank you.

Gordon L

Drain blockage problem.

I have recently used Christie to fix a drain blockage problem. Initially thought to be a small problem, but turned out to be a much bigger problem that involved lifting 3 drain covers. I was impressed by the “determined to fix approach adopted by Mason, who works for Christie. The problem was fixed to my complete satisfaction and relief!

Steve C

Polite lads

Polite lads did the job quickly and professionally. Explained clearly what would be done to fix the pipes in the loft and even took pictures so I could see ( didn’t fancy much climbing into the loft myself!) Thank you very much! Helen

Helen A

Quick and efficient

Quick and efficient response to a home water leak emergency. Christy Plumbing is highly recommended.

Christopher H

Excellent, professional service

Excellent, professional service. Rapid initial response to the leak, then completed the follow-up work when they said they would and to a high standard. Very competent, helpful, friendly staff.

Keith F

Superb

Lawrence came round at very short notice and was superb. Our drains had blocked, and despite my best efforts, I couldn’t sort out the problem. Lawrence spent the time to trace the drain, unblock it and leave everything as it should be. He helped me clear up and was professional, friendly and very thorough. I can’t recommend his services highly enough. Thanks for all your help.

Mark M

A pleasure to deal with.

Came out within two hours after our shower pump sprang a leak. They provided us with a spare pump, which is sufficient to tie us over as we’ve decided to upgrade our system to high pressure in the next few weeks, which will eliminate the need for a pump. We will be using Christie’s for this job, also. A pleasure to deal with.

 

Jayne L

Highly recommend!

I called this morning as we had a leak coming through the kitchen ceiling from our en-suite shower, and a plumber arrived within the hour of contacting and sorted the issue + showed me what caused the issue and how to avoid it in the future. Very friendly- massive thank you

Alex K

A good job well done.

Christy Plumbing supplied and installed a mixer tap to replace one (brought from a well-known online supply firm, which repeatedly failed due to poor quality). This was in the kitchen. The tap supplied has a much better and more solid feeling to the unit. The installation was handled well by the plumber. Let’s just say that the old one was a bit stubborn and did not want to let go! However, he resolved the problem and the new unit was fitted quickly and simply. All in all, a good job well done.

Ian H

Yet another excellent job

Excellent! Having wanted our old kitchen tap replaced for more years than I can say, Mason completed the task quickly, efficiently, confidently and very well mannered. I cannot praise enough, absolutely delighted. We are aiming to have others replaced now. Thank you. Yet another excellent job recently by Mason. Very impressed indeed.

Lady E

Extremely helpful

Lawrence visited recently to look at a faulty shower unit. He confirmed a new unit was needed. He also inspected the hot water tank in my loft and identified that some remedial work was required. Lawrence was extremely helpful and explained the process to me, which put my mind at rest. After accepting the estimate, a plumber arrived to undertake the work. He was polite and helpful and completed the job quickly and efficiently. He tidied everything up so that you wouldn’t have known he had been here. I am very impressed with the company. Everyone in the office is thoughtful and kind. I would highly recommend Christy Plumbing & Heating.

Dawn H

 Delighted

 Delighted with my new kitchen tap. Work was carried out quickly and professionally.

Nola K

Absolutely first-rate

Absolutely first-rate service. I came home from a business trip to find my hot water cylinder leaking, and Christy’s were happy to drop in the same day to perform an initial diagnosis and remediation to prevent further leakage. We were then able to schedule the actual repair, which happened very promptly. I was kept up-to-date at all times about the schedule, and the cause and the fix were explained. I’d absolutely recommend them again and will definitely be turning to Christy Plumbing & Heating for any further work I need done.

Matt U

Extremely professional

Recently had several basin and bath taps replaced by Christy Plumbing & Heating. The whole process from quotation through to installation was very easy and extremely professional. On the day of the installation, the plumbers arrived as arranged and replaced all taps without any problems at all, giving advance warning when the mains water had to be turned off. They checked with me that everything was OK before they left and took all the rubbish and old taps with them. Very pleased with the work carried out and would recommend

Kenneth H

Timely response, professional service

Timely response, professional service and competitively priced. I’d certainly use this firm again for any future plumbing issues.

Jennie A

Fabulous Company.

Responded and kept in touch with the appointment. The work to replace a tap and a different plug system was carried out speedily, efficiently and left the bathroom in an immaculate condition! I can thoroughly recommend this Company.

Viv S

I would definitely recommend.

We were visiting an elderly relative when we discovered a leak in the kitchen. Lawrence arrived within 3 hours, identified the issue, and it was resolved quickly and efficiently. I received my invoice today and was pleasantly surprised at the reasonable amount charged for calling out a plumber on a Saturday evening. I would definitely recommend.

Lorraine W

Prompt, pleasant, polite and efficient

The engineer identified the problem instantly. (It was quite obvious!). However, it needed a trip to get the necessary parts. In all, he was prompt, pleasant, polite and efficient, and we now have a perfectly working toilet! Thanks again, Christy’s.

Geoff R

I highly recommend Christy’s Plumbing & Heating.

I highly recommend Christy’s Plumbing & Heating. They are professional experience is endless. I have known Lawrence for 20 years + and wouldn’t use anyone else. They installed a pressurised cylinder in my new home and did an amazing job. We were here all day, and Lawrence came back the following day to connect it to my electrics. I now have better water pressure and more hot water. Also, a very quiet shower. Everything I was promised happened. Mason and Harry were both so lovely, kind and friendly and were very professional. Thank you so much ❤️

Lisa T

Excellent service

Excellent service from the whole team. Corner entry shower cubicle and bar mixer shower fitted. The guys who did the fitting were very polite and courteous and left everything tidy and clean. Very pleased with the result. Thoroughly recommend.

Linda E

Fantastic Service!!!

Fantastic service. Called out of hours with a leaky outside tap, which was fixed within the hour! Very reasonable price and service with a smile. Would 100% recommend!

Olivia P

Huge thank you to the team at Christy.

Huge thank you to the team at Christy. Gary, who did the prep, Craig, who installed our shower panels and Ryan, who dealt with the plumbing and fitted the shower door. Lovely lads. Great job done efficiently and cleanly. I didn’t have to do any cleaning up. I have no hesitation in recommending Christy (they service our boiler too). So pleased with the work done.

Maureen R

Lawrence was epic

Can’t recommend enough, fabulous service right from the first phone call to book my work, really personal service and a fabulous job in my bathroom! Lawrence was epic and carried out the work professionally, with a touch of humour and fabulous communication all the way through. So pleased! Will definitely use again should the need arise. Thank you 🙂

Fiona L

Christy Plumbing & Heating
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