My boiler has stopped working — what should I check first?
Three quick things before you call: is the pressure gauge between roughly 1 and 1.5 bar, is the thermostat calling for heat, and is there credit on the meter if you're on a prepayment supply. If all three are fine, it needs an engineer.
My radiators are cold at the top — what's wrong?
That's usually trapped air, and bleeding the radiator often fixes it. If it keeps coming back, or radiators are cold at the bottom instead, that points to sludge or a balancing problem rather than air. Plenty of the tenement flats and converted properties, a high share rented in Partick have systems old enough for build-up to be the culprit.
What do common boiler fault codes mean?
Codes vary by manufacturer, but broadly they point at ignition failure, low pressure, a flow or return sensor, or a blocked condensate pipe. Note the exact code before calling — it lets us bring the likely part on the first visit rather than making a second trip.
Can you help with plumbing as well as boilers in Partick?
Yes — we're not boiler-only. We handle kitchen and bathroom plumbing, taps, showers, toilets, hot and cold pipework, leaks and drainage across Partick. It often means one visit sorts several jobs instead of booking separate trades.
Can you fix my boiler on the first visit?
Often, yes. Our vans carry the parts that fail most frequently on the brands common in Glasgow homes. If a less usual part is needed we'll order it, tell you the timescale honestly, and where possible leave you with working hot water in the meantime.
What areas near Partick do you also cover?
We regularly work in Hyndland, Whiteinch and Kelvinhaugh as well as Partick itself. Our coverage runs across Greater Glasgow and into Glasgow City, so if you're nearby but not listed on our site, it's worth a quick call to 0141 374 0545.
Why does my boiler keep cutting out?
Repeated lockouts usually trace back to low pressure, a blocked condensate pipe (common in a Scottish winter when it freezes), a faulty flame sensor, or overheating from poor circulation. It's worth diagnosing rather than resetting repeatedly — resetting masks a fault that's still developing.
Do you guarantee your work in Partick?
Every repair, service and installation we carry out in Partick carries a 12-month workmanship guarantee. If something we've worked on fails within that period we come back and put it right — and since Partick is on our regular route, returning is straightforward. Manufacturer warranties on new parts and boilers run alongside ours.
Is a leaking boiler dangerous?
Water leaking from the casing isn't immediately dangerous but shouldn't be left — it corrodes components and can damage flooring. Turn the boiler off and call us. If you smell gas rather than see water, that's a different matter entirely: leave and call 0800 111 999.
How often should a boiler be serviced?
Once a year is the standard recommendation, and most manufacturers require it to keep the warranty valid. For Partick landlords the annual gas safety check is a legal requirement regardless. Booking in late summer usually gets you a better choice of slots than waiting for the first cold snap.
