Boiler Repair Service in Anderson, Indiana

Boilers offer an excellent alternative to furnaces in areas with cold winter climates. In this context, they’re both more effective and efficient at heating homes and commercial spaces of all sizes. The fact that they’re known for reliability and durability is like icing on the cake for most homeowners. Unfortunately, even the most reliable and durable pieces of equipment eventually break down, including residential boilers. 

If you’ve noticed anything amiss, it’s best to give Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling a call to schedule boiler repair immediately rather than wait until minor issues turn into catastrophic system failures. Our techs have years of experience with repairing all different kinds of boilers, including steam, hot water, gas-powered, and propane-fueled models, and someone on our team will be available 24/7 to provide emergency repairs, so don’t be afraid to call.

Signs It’s Time for Boiler Repair

The best way to catch issues before they become more serious is to schedule annual boiler tune-ups and inspections. Still, even if you’ve been diligent about keeping your system well-maintained, there’s no guarantee that everything will go smoothly. You should still pay attention to how your boiler is operating and make a note of any issues so that you’ll know when to call for boiler heater repair.

Water Leaks

Some homeowners panic when they see water leaking from their boiler systems, but don’t worry. In most cases, even seemingly serious leaks require nothing more than minor boiler system repair services. Of course, that doesn’t mean you should put off getting help. If you ignore a small leak, it could lead to a major component failure and leave you dealing with substantial water damage on top of a broken boiler.

Unusual Sounds

Boiler systems are supposed to operate more or less silently. However, older systems are known for producing banging, rumbling, whistling, and gurgling sounds. The fact that these issues are common doesn’t mean they’re normal. The noisy operation could be due to an issue called kettling, in which mineral deposits build up and bang around inside the tank or pipes. This issue should be addressed as quickly as possible to avoid damage to the system, and you may want to consider installing a water softener to prevent it in the future.

Low Water Pressure

Boilers require a certain amount of water pressure to operate as intended. When the pressure drops too much, the boiler will turn off automatically until it can be restored to safe operation. Your only good option here is to call a furnace boiler repair technician who can determine the underlying cause of the water pressure drop. Underlying causes range from air leaks to expansion tank problems, and they can be difficult to diagnose.

Insufficient Heat

When radiators aren’t producing sufficient heat, or, worse, there’s no heat at all coming from the system, that’s an obvious sign it’s time for boiler heater repair. Many possible issues could cause a system not to heat up enough, but most of the time, a buildup of sludge is to blame. Give us a call to schedule a chemical flushing and full system bleed.

Pilot Light Problems

Most homeowners don’t pay much attention to their units’ pilot lights unless they’re trying to troubleshoot another problem. Regardless of why you’re checking the pilot light, know that it should stay lit unless you turn off the gas supply, and it should always be blue. If the pilot light keeps turning off or it’s yellow instead of blue, call a boiler system repair technician immediately. Pilot light problems can be a warning sign of carbon monoxide leaks.

Repair or Replace?

If you’ve been struggling to keep the home’s boiler in good running condition, it may be time to consider whether it’s worth making another round of repairs. Replacing older or frequently malfunctioning units is often less expensive than continuing to schedule furnace boiler repair services. 

If you’re not sure whether it’s worth replacing the unit, our expert technicians can help. We’ll ask you questions about your boiler’s age, your energy bills, and how frequently you’ve been scheduling repairs in addition to diagnosing the current problem. If the unit is old, inefficient or prone to developing issues, it’s usually more cost-effective to have it replaced.

Give Us a Call to Learn About Your Options

It doesn’t matter whether you need boiler repair, maintenance, or installation services. Summers Plumbing Heating & Cooling can do it all. All of our licensed technicians are experts at working on boiler systems, both old and new, so we can diagnose problems quickly and work with you to find the best way of resolving them. All it takes to get started is a call to our service center. You can reach out at (765) 444-6175 to speak with a dedicated company representative at any time. Someone will be available 24/7 to take your call.