Thursday 6 December 2012

Boiler Repair Service In Rotherham

The central heating system boiler is an integral component of any home that provides us with heat for a comfortable living environment as well as hot water for cooking and cleaning purposes.

Often overlooked, a boiler is an appliance that needs to be maintained on a regular basis to ensure all-round reliability throughout the year but especially when it comes under extra demand during the cold winter periods that the City of Rotherham can experience.

If a central heating boiler is not maintained and serviced regularly then wear and tear can have it's effect with the end result being of you owning a broken boiler that doesn't work. Not only does this situation cause a lot of inconvenience, poorly maintained central heating boilers can somtimes be expensive and difficult to repair hence this is way you should have them covered under a suitable central heating system service and repair plan.

Over periods of use all central heating boilers and radiators suffer from a build up of sludge and residues in their pipes / radiators. This can have a significant effect on the operation of your boiler leading to an increase in the use of water as well as the fuel that your boiler runs on. For most households in Rotherham this will be mains gas or possibly heating oil. In some areas the central heating boiler may operate off LPG where there is not a freely available mains gas supply to use.

Local Boiler Repair Service

If you need a central heating boiler fixing in Rotherham it is wise to choose a local heating engineer or plumbing company to undertake the repair work for you. Using a local company will keep call out charges down to a minimum as well as you getting the boiler fixed in a reasonable time. There are several local service providers that can help you with coverage including the following Rotherham areas:

Anston, Aston, Aughton, Bramley, Brampton, Brinsworth, Brecks, Canklow, Catcliffe, Clifton, Dinnington, Firbeck, Gildingwells, Greasbrough, Harthill, Hellaby, Herringthorpe Kimberworth, Kimberworth Park, Kiveton Park, Laughton-en-le-Morthen, Letwell, Maltby, Manvers, Masbrough, Morthen, Parkgate, Ravenfield, Rawmarsh, Ryecroft, Swallownest, Swinton, Templeborough, Thorpe Hesley, Thorpe Salvin, Thrybergh, Thurcroft, Todwick, Treeton, Ulley, Wales, Wath-upon-Dearne, Wentworth, West Melton, Whiston, Wickersley, and Woodsetts.

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Tuesday 14 February 2012

Honeywell T6360B Room Thermostat



Thermostat T6360B Room Thermostat

* Rotary Dial Control
* Simple 3 wire installation
* Indicator lamp
* Surface / box mounting option




If you are looking for a "branded" replacement room thermostat or need a new thermostat to install on a new heating system installation or upgrade - consider the Honeywell T6360B.

With a conventional dial for heat setting adjustment this particular room thermostat offers the renowned quality that Honeywell provides.

Installation is by way of the usual 3 (three) wire installation. A bonus of the T6360 B is the option to either surface mount or use with a conventional switch box.

Unlike cheaper alternatives this Honeywell Central Heating System Room Thermostat features an easily visible indicator light. This lights up when there is a call for heat from the stat to the boiler.

Adjustment temperature range (depending on your specific heating system capabilities) is between 10 to 30 degrees c with the Honeywell T6360B.

Danfoss RMT230 Room Thermostat


Danfoss RMT230 Room Thermostat

* Electro mechanical element
* EN60730-2-9







If you need to choose a new inexpensive room thermostat consider the Danfoss RMT230.

Finished in white this thermostat suits most room decors and blends in well with its soft appearance.

If your existing central heating thermostat has developed a fault it is cost effective to replace it with a new one as opposed to trying to repair it or get it recalibrated.

The cheap selling price of the Danfoss RMT230 appeals to a lot of house owners as it does what is expected.

Installation of this room thermostat is straight forward but as with all heating systems it is recommended it is installed by an approved and qualified heating engineer or service company.

Depending on your particular boiler and heating system a temperature range adjustment is possible between 10 and 30 degrees with the Danfost RMT230 Room Thermostat.

Drayton RTS Room Thermostat


Drayton RTS1 Room Type Thermostat

* Simple 3 wire installation
* EN60730
* Electronic sensing






If you are looking to buy a new room thermostat consider the affordable Drayton RTS.

This basic but fully functionable central heating room thermostat is one of the cheapest you can buy and offers great value for money.

Finished in white this thermostat is simple to install (with the basic three (3) wire connection) and looks good with any type of decor in your home. Depending on your heating systems specification adjustment is in the range of 10 to 30 degrees.

The temperature setting is by way of a traditional rotary dial as opposed to push buttons, but at this price it is entirely acceptable and does what is needed when it comes to a new or replacement room thermostat.

Faulty Boiler Thermostat?

If your domestic central heating system is not working properly the thermostat should be one of the first items to check.

A faulty thermostat is a common problem associated with central heating boilers and heating systems in general.

Thermostats can fail suddenly but typically lose their accuracy over a period of time, usually after years of service.

When they lose their accuracy they measure temperature inaccurately giving false readings to the boilers controller unit. This then equates to the central heating boiler turning off and on at the wrong times.

If your boiler is not working properly and is either full on or off it could be a sign that the thermostat requires replacing with a new one.

Basic or programmable?

When choosing which new boiler thermostat to buy you can choose to purchase one that is a basic control or a programmable one. Not to be confused with a programmable timer control unit a thermostat of this type is actually a combination unit which can combine both units as one.

A basic central heating thermostat unit allows you to set the temperature the boiler kicks in and out with. A programmable one allows you to set a combination of different temperatures to match timings when you want your home to heat up or down.

A central heating repairer or plumber will go through a series of steps to see if your boiler thermostat is faulty or not. In addition to the programmer unit they will also inspect and test any timers, switches, the central heating pump unit, as well as operation of the boiler as well.

Remember, the home owner should not attempt to undertake any complex servicing or repair work on their central heating system. With gas boilers and central heating systems a qualified and approved heating engineer should be sourced instead.