Just because the heating is off doesn’t mean your boiler gets six weeks in Spain.
In fact, summer is one of the best times to give your boiler a little TLC and make sure it’s ready to perform when the temperatures inevitably drop again. (Because let’s be honest, it is the UK, and summer can sometimes last until lunchtime.)
Here’s how to keep your boiler happy this summer.
1. Don’t Ignore It Completely
It can be tempting to forget your boiler exists once you’re no longer reaching for the thermostat every five minutes.
However, your boiler is still working behind the scenes to provide hot water for showers, washing up and those cups of tea that somehow taste better in the garden.
Keeping an eye on it during the summer means you’re more likely to spot any issues before they become expensive winter surprises.
2. Check Your Boiler Pressure
Take a quick look at your boiler pressure gauge every now and then.
Most boilers are happiest sitting around 1 to 1.5 bar when cold.
If it’s regularly dropping, it may indicate a leak somewhere in the system. If it’s climbing too high, it could point to another issue that needs investigating.
If you’re unsure, we’re always happy to help.
3. Run the Heating Occasionally
Sounds strange, doesn’t it?
But turning your heating on for 10-15 minutes every few weeks can help stop pumps and valves from sticking after months of inactivity.
Think of it as a little summer workout for your heating system.
No sweatbands required.
4. Bleed Any Cold Radiators
If you’ve noticed radiators that are cold at the top, they may need bleeding.
Removing trapped air helps your system work more efficiently and can prevent bigger issues later on.
5. Book Your Boiler Service
Summer is actually the ideal time for an annual boiler service.
Why?
- Better appointment availability
- No panic when temperatures drop
- Peace of mind before winter arrives
- The chance to catch small problems early
Waiting until November usually means joining the annual “my boiler has stopped working” queue.
6. Consider Joining CosyCare
If you like the idea of taking the hassle out of boiler maintenance, our CosyCare plans could be just the thing.
Annual servicing, ongoing support and peace of mind all rolled into one neat package.
Less stress. More cosy.
A Little Summer TLC Goes A Long Way
Your boiler works hard for most of the year, so a bit of attention during the warmer months can help it stay reliable, efficient and ready for action when winter returns.
And trust us, future-you will be very grateful when everyone else is frantically searching for heating engineers in the first cold snap.