What to Do If Your Boiler Stops Working

No one wants their boiler to stop working, especially this time of year as we transition into another long, icy Michigan winter. At Parker-Arntz, we offer boiler maintenance services to help your unit last as long as possible. However, if your boiler stops working altogether, our HVAC contractors are here to help.

Let’s take a look at the steps you can take to get your boiler back up and running if it stops working this winter.

1. Diagnose the Problem

The first thing you’ll need to do is determine what the problem is. Your boiler may be malfunctioning because of a leak or lack of power. Maybe there isn’t enough pressure in your boiler, or perhaps your condensate pipe is frozen. 

Unfortunately, most homeowners aren’t experts when it comes to diagnosing problems with their boiler. That’s why it’s important to call a qualified HVAC technician to determine what the problem is. Trying to fix your boiler on your own without the necessary knowledge and expertise may result in more serious problems. 

To determine what the problem is, schedule an appointment with our HVAC technicians. We’ll come out to your house as soon as possible and determine why your boiler isn’t working. That way, you can take your next step with confidence.

2. Consider a Boiler Repair

If your boiler is broken, our HVAC technicians will find the problem. We’ll be able to recommend a repair based on what we find, and it will be up to you to decide whether or not a repair is the right way to go for your unit.

Typically, a boiler repair is cheaper than a boiler replacement. However, a boiler repair may not be the right choice if your unit is old or outdated. It may not be cost effective to repair your boiler if there are multiple problems with the unit or the problems are too severe.

You can count on our HVAC technicians to give you an honest answer for how to fix your boiler and how much it is estimated to cost. That way, you can determine if a boiler repair is right for your unit.

3. Ask about a Boiler Replacement

Maybe this isn’t the first time your boiler has broken down. Perhaps your boiler is too old to justify repairing. In any case, you may want to ask our HVAC technicians about a potential boiler replacement.

Our in-home estimator can help you determine your options for a new boiler, saving you energy and money long term. Our team of boiler technicians can install your new boiler and help you maintain it for years to come. Ask us if a boiler repair will suffice or if you may be a good candidate for a complete boiler replacement.

4. Commit to Boiler Maintenance

Even the best boilers won’t last forever, but with proper maintenance, your boiler can last for decades. Once your boiler is repaired or we have installed a replacement, ask our team about boiler maintenance. We’ll help you keep your unit running smoothly.

Call Our Boiler Repair Team Today

Our Greenville, MI, boiler repair team can repair your broken boiler and help you maintain it for years to come. Call Parker-Arntz Plumbing & Heating, Inc. today at (888) 641-3907, or contact us online to request an estimate for boiler service.