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L.P.G boiler problem

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  • 24-03-2009 12:07am
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    glenjack
    Registered Users Posts: 4 ✭


    Is it recommended to try and service/repair a lpg boiler myself or would i have to get a plumber in to service it?


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    ART6
    Registered Users Posts: 2,632 ✭✭✭ART6


    Unless you know what you're doing (and I assume the reason for the post is you're not sure) then I would strongly recommend getting a qualified service engineer (not a plumber). If you try DIY without the knowledge then at best you use a lot of LPG for little return and at worst you damage the boiler.


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    katie21
    Registered Users Posts: 143 ✭✭katie21


    it would not be a good idea in my opinion to attempt this yourself as this would probably just cause more damage to your boiler. I would reccomend you hire a plumber to have a look at it.
    Here is a number for a good plumber who recently carried out some small jobs for me. 0872338001, his name is gary. Good luck with this.


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    MiniGolf
    Registered Users Posts: 757 ✭✭✭MiniGolf


    Please do NOT attempt to repair/service a gas appliance of any kind yourself!

    It should be carried out by a Registered Gas Installer (RGI)
    http://www.bordgais.ie/networks/index.jsp?1nID=102&pID=117&nID=144

    From 26th June 2009 it will be ILLEGAL for a non registered gas installer to work on any gas appliance!!


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    glenjack
    Registered Users Posts: 4 ✭glenjack


    Thanks for the advice:)


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    quietsailor
    Registered Users Posts: 1,428 ✭✭✭quietsailor


    I got charged 100 Euro last year for a service, considering the consequences of a faulty service = fire &/ explosion why would you attempt it yourself?

    I use a company here in Cork City for the last 5 years for servicing my boiler and couldn't reccomend them highly emough. PM if there number is any use to you


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