Moving Home? Five Boiler Checks Before Winter

Moving into a new home in the North East is busy enough without worrying about the boiler, but a few quick boiler checks now can save you a cold and costly surprise later. Here are five boiler checks to run before your first winter in the property.

1. Find the paperwork

Ask the previous owner or your solicitor for the boiler manual, the installation paperwork and any service history. A boiler with a clear record is far easier to keep in warranty and to look after.

2. Check the age and warranty

The data badge on the boiler usually shows the model and year. If it is more than ten years old, it is worth reading our guide on the signs your boiler needs replacing so you are not caught out.

3. Test the heating and hot water

Do not wait for the first frost. Run the heating and the hot water properly soon after you move in, so any fault shows up while it is still mild and you have time to sort it.

4. Check the pressure

Most modern boilers should sit around 1 to 1.5 bar when cold. If the needle is in the red or keeps dropping, make a note of it for the engineer.

5. Book a service if the history is unknown

If you have no idea when the boiler was last looked at, a service is the single best first move. It confirms the boiler is safe, flags anything worn, and gives you a clean starting point. These boiler checks take an afternoon to run through and give real peace of mind in a new home. If anything looks off, a quick boiler service will tell you exactly where you stand.