How Often Does a Commercial Gas Boiler Need Servicing?

Gas boilers are at the heart of many commercial properties. That’s why it’s so important to keep them in good working order. But just how often do you need a boiler service for your commercial gas boiler? Read on as we take a closer look…

Why does gas boiler servicing matter?

Similar to a domestic appliance, commercial gas boilers provide hot water and heating for your staff or tenants within your building. Needless to say, these two amenities are essential for the use of that building – especially in winter when the temperatures drop outside.

If your boiler was to break down, and there was no hot water or heating, chances are you would have to close your commercial property for the time being. That means downtime for your business, or downtime for your tenants – who will likely seek remuneration for their inconvenience.

Add to that the cost of emergency repairs for your commercial gas boiler, and you can see why boiler servicing is the more attractive option…

Annual is best

Regular gas boiler servicing allows you to sidestep the stressful situation of a boiler breakdown, making sure your boiler is fully functional and identifying any issues before they develop into something serious.

But just how often is it required? As a rule of thumb, it’s best to have your commercial boiler serviced once every 12 months to keep it in tip-top condition. As part of your service, professional boiler engineers will be able to fix any small issues and report back to you on anything more serious that needs repairing.

Is boiler servicing worth it?

There are a long list of business owners and managers who avoid gas boiler servicing to cut down on costs. As mentioned, that approach doesn’t usually add up, as the cost of emergency repairs will typically cancel out any saving on an annual service – and a bit more.

But there are a number of other benefits that make boiler servicing a good idea, including…

Maximising efficiency

An annual boiler service will keep your commercial boiler working at its best all year round. That will make sure your business is using as little energy as possible to provide hot water and heat your space.

As above, that means a boiler service could save you money in the long run. It also improves your green credentials, minimising your company’s impact on the environment.

Boosting your boiler’s lifespan

There are a number of issues that can occur with boilers and heating systems that develop into serious problems over time. Having your boiler serviced regularly will ensure these difficulties are nipped in the bud, preventing them from damaging your boiler.

In short, this means your boiler will last as long as possible before it needs to be replaced. That’s another potential saving for your business, with a boiler service being much cheaper than a boiler replacement!

Protecting your warranty

Above all else, gas boiler servicing will keep your warranty intact on new installations. Most boilers come with a warranty of 5-10 years, or even more. To keep that warranty valid, you’ll usually be required to have your boiler professionally serviced every year.

By doing so, you’ll make sure you’re covered for any faults over the warranty period, so you have complete peace of mind going forward.

Book your annual boiler service

Having your boiler professionally serviced every 12 months will keep everything running smoothly at your commercial property and could even save you money. At COA Building Services, we specialise in preventive maintenance for boilers throughout Leeds and Harrogate.

With regular boiler servicing from our fully qualified team, you won’t have to worry about breakdowns or boiler inefficiency. Simply give us a call, book your annual service and focus on what you do best.