A faulty boiler can be dangerous to anyone who does not have
any experience of qualifications in the heating field.
It is a known fact that any system which heats up using gas
or oil is high at risk giving off carbon monoxide if it is not serviced by a
professional.
This silent killer has an estimated death ratio of 1 person
per week in the United Kingdom. This is caused through lack of care and maintenance.
If you don’t already know gas can be extremely difficult to
detect as it doesn't have a smell or taste. If you find yourself short of
breath this could be a main indication of carbon monoxide poisoning. Some other
symptoms include drowsiness, fatigue, nausea and headaches. The symptoms can be
over a period of time or sudden depending on the leakage. It doesn’t take long
for the carbon monoxide to enter the bloodstream once inhaled; this usually causes
the person to go into a coma or even death.
If you are worried that your boiler may be faulty please
check for these vital signs:
Flame is no longer blue (Burning yellow or orange)
Smoke/ soot stains appear above the boiler
Please make sure the room with holds your boiler is well
ventilated and the boiler is kept under maintenance.
If you are worried that you may have any of these signs
please give us a call, or if you would like to schedule a check-up.
Please not that Scarbrook is a part of the free boiler
scheme provided by the government ( Green Deal). If you have any problems with
your boiler and qualify for the green deal we could save you on the hassle and
cost of a new boiler by providing you with one completely free of charge.
Give us a call today on 01302 882297
Visit Scarbrook’s website for more information by clicking
here.
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