Boiler leaking from ... well, that's what I'd like to know!

[Neil Sutherland]

However. You have changed the PRV which is a safety control device. Which means you do actually need to put the cover back onto
The boiler and get it checked over. You probably will not get much more advice here.

I certainly don't want to take any risks, whether safety-related or legal. But obviously the rule isn't simply, 'Don't touch a boiler' as user controls are part of it. Is there an easy link that will tell me what I can and can't do?

 

[Neil Sutherland]

Nice easy and common fix shouldn't cost that much either under £200

That's helpful; thank you. I'd still like to know what the part is called, so I can tell the engineer and avoid extra costs.

 

[Riley]

What extra costs???

 

[Riley]

Sorry you have to understand that to us it sounds like you’re fishing for an answer to diy

 

[Rob Foster]

Sorry you have to understand that to us it sounds like you’re fishing for an answer to diy

Hi Riley I agree which is why I set out the rules Rob Foster

 

[Rob Foster]

I certainly don't want to take any risks, whether safety-related or legal. But obviously the rule isn't simply, 'Don't touch a boiler' as user controls are part of it. Is there an easy link that will tell me what I can and can't do?

It’s really quite simple there is zero which you want to do and have done to your gas boiler Already that you are legally able to do, if you have a problem with a tap,washer or your drains you can ask we wil help
But not with gas work...Shaun Corbs ....Rob Foster aka centralheatking

 

[Wirdy]

The stuff you've already done on your own boiler in your own home, for no financial reward can be allowable in law & by the regs if you're a 'competent person' with the required knowledge, technical expertise & experience. If told anything else it's misinformation, albeit with the best safety-conscious intentions. I am not GSR, btw.
You may well be a superb craftsman in another discipline. However, just that you're needing to ask what this leaking item is suggests you don't yet have the knowledge or experience parts of 'competent' & you could do unsafe work without realising. Bite the bullet, stay safe & get someone in.

 

[Neil Sutherland]

What extra costs???

Usually what happens is a plumber comes out, looks at what needs to be done and either disappears to get parts or has to book another appointment - very inefficient and very costly. If I can say I need the diverter valve replaced it’s one quick visit.

 

[Neil Sutherland]

It’s OK everyone - I’ve worked out for myself that it’s the diverter valve that’s leaking!

 

[Wirdy]

Users report symptoms, fitters replace faulty items, but engineers will diagnose & identify the cause before deciding what to do.
Do you know what caused your fault?