Gas Safe Engineers initial examination, which includes:

• Checking the room ventilation
• Checking the location of the flue
• A visual check for stains, soot or discolouring of the gas, which indicates it is a faulty appliance
• Checking the flame
• A visual check on the electrical installation

 Servicing a gas appliance includes:

• Isolating the gas and any electrical supplies to the appliance
• Removing any dust or deposits from within the appliance casing as necessary
• Checking the condition of any electrical connections, cleaning as necessary
• Cleaning the internal components and checking their condition for any signs of cracking or damage
• Easing any stiff control taps as necessary
• Checking the flue for any obstructions and ventilation
• Reconnecting the appliance to the gas and electric supplies
• Testing all disconnected gas joints for leaks
• Setting the appliance to burn efficiently
• Advising the customer of any further work required

What You can do to Assist with the Gas Servicing or a Safety Check Programme 

• The most important thing you can do is allowing access to your home for a gas service or safety check to be undertaken
• If you are unavailable when the engineer visits, contact us on 0800 027 0667 to make an appointment.
• Make sure that you keep any appointment
• Treat your gas appliances with respect by ensuring they are serviced each year.

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