{"id":815,"date":"2018-11-05T11:00:48","date_gmt":"2018-11-05T16:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/?p=815"},"modified":"2018-11-01T13:50:02","modified_gmt":"2018-11-01T17:50:02","slug":"signs-its-time-for-boiler-repair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.margoplumbing.com\/blog\/heating-service\/signs-its-time-for-boiler-repair\/","title":{"rendered":"Signs It’s Time for Boiler Repair"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"wall-mounted-gas-boiler\"Boilers are known for\u00a0having fewer moving parts than other types of heaters, thus making them remain efficient and repair-free for longer. Of course, they aren’t indestructible. The repair issues that\u00a0do\u00a0<\/em>arise can also be a bit higher maintenance, meaning you won’t want to try working on these problems yourself. A few problems that your boiler might experience include:<\/p>\n

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Pilot Light Won’t Stay\u00a0Lit<\/h2>\n

Gas powered boilers will depend on a pilot light to create heat. If the pilot light refuses to stay on for very long, the problem could be with the thermocouple. <\/span><\/p>\n

The thermocouple is responsible for opening or closing the valve that supplies the natural gas. Normally, the thermocouple will respond to electrical voltages to determine how often this valve should stay open. In the event that this component malfunctions, it can cause the pilot light to go out soon after lighting it.<\/span><\/p>\n

Due to the fact that this component deals with gas, we do not advise that you try fixing this problem on your own. Calling a heating repair service in Cedar Grove, NJ<\/a> is your best option.<\/span><\/p>\n

Banging, Gurgling, Rumbling<\/span><\/h2>\n

Any strange noises coming from your boiler can be cause for alarm. In most cases, it\u2019s probably due to mineral deposits building up inside the boiler.<\/span><\/p>\n

This is common in cities that receive hard water. If you\u2019re not familiar with the term, hard water is defined as water that contains high volume of minerals–specifically calcium and magnesium. These two minerals are stubborn and will not be removed during any treatment processes. Instead, they\u2019ll end up inside your plumbing system and in the hottest part of your system: such as the boiler.<\/span><\/p>\n

As the buildup accumulates in your boiler, it will create a layer of insulation that can cause uneven heating. And, with that, comes air pockets that will burst when heated, thus resulting in a gurgling noise.<\/span><\/p>\n

A heating repair expert will be able to help you to flush your boiler of these pesky deposits.<\/span><\/p>\n

Leaks!<\/span><\/h2>\n

Leaks can be harmless or an omen of danger. We can tell you a few methods that can help you diagnose the problem, but if you\u2019re unsure, don\u2019t hesitate to call and ask for advice.<\/span><\/p>\n

Harmless leaks would include:<\/span><\/h3>\n