Boiler Maintenance in DC & Northern Virginia

Boiler maintenance is a cost-effective measure that preserves your system’s safety, reliability, and energy efficiency. At C.B. Lucas, our NATE-certified HVAC technicians service all brands and will perform the maintenance your system requires. We maintain the up-to-date training and advanced expertise required to service most systems.

Contact C.B. Lucas to schedule a maintenance appointment in DC or NOVA today!

4 Benefits of Regular Boiler Maintenance

There are plenty of reasons we recommend staying on top of boiler maintenance. Some of the following benefits you’ll enjoy include:

1. Safety: Undetected faults with your system can include potentially deadly electrical faults, carbon monoxide poisoning, or bursting. Regular service helps detect these issues before they cause injury or death.
2. Reduces repairs: Maintenance appointments can protect components from wear and tear and premature failure, lowering the long-term cost of repairs and replacements.
3. Improves reliability: A well-maintained boiler is less likely to suffer a sudden failure in the winter. This helps preserve your comfort and reduces the potential need for emergency repairs.
4. Preserves warranties: Regular service is essential for preserving any existing manufacturer warranties or homeowners insurance coverage.

What’s Involved in Professional Boiler Service?

Our HVAC technicians perform a comprehensive range of boiler maintenance. We customize our maintenance services to meet your needs and will typically perform the following tasks during a service appointment:

• Thoroughly inspect the flue and air inlet, and verify proper ventilation
• Confirm appropriate gas pressure and flow, and adjust as necessary
• Inspect internal components including spark probes, and wiring
• Clean inside and around the unit
• Hydro test for leaks
• Re-certify safety valves
• Test limit controls
• Check blowdown for signs of sludging
• Check and clean floor drains

How Often Do I Need to Get My Boiler Serviced?

Every boiler is different, but a general rule of thumb is that you should plan to have your boiler serviced every year. Annual service is typically required to preserve manufacturer warranty coverage and provides an exceptional opportunity to prevent problems before they cause discomfort or safety hazards.

That said, every system will have a list of daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance you should perform. These tasks vary by manufacturer and system so you will want to carefully review any manuals and documentation that come with your system.

Why Choose Us?

Since 1977, our NATE-certified HVAC technicians have proudly served the community. With nearly 50 years of experience behind us, we’ve seen and serviced it all. When you choose our team in Northern Virginia, we guarantee your satisfaction with the top-quality solutions we deliver and the expert workmanship we provide! We offer special coupons, honest recommendations, and reliable results that help reduce your utility bills throughout the year.

When you need boiler maintenance you can depend on, call C.B. Lucas to schedule a service appointment in DC or Northern Virginia today!

FAQs

What happens if a boiler isn’t serviced?

Neglecting maintenance can be a costly and potentially dangerous mistake. A poorly maintained boiler will operate less efficiently and may develop potential problems that can cause leaks, ruptures, and other hazards.

Can I maintain my gas boiler myself?

You can perform basic things, including performing visual inspections for leaks or corrosion, checking and re-pressurizing the boiler, bleeding the radiators, keeping the area free of debris to improve ventilation, and testing the pressure relief valve and thermostat.

What are the most common causes of boiler failure?

Pilot lights, leaks, malfunctioning thermostats, low pressure, lime scale buildup, faulty electrical systems, and valve failure are common causes of failure. Sticking to maintenance schedules can prevent each of these.