- Apex Solutions
- Oct 8
- 3 min read
How Often Should You Have Your Boiler Serviced?
Learn how often your boiler should be serviced to stay safe and efficient.
A reliable heating system is essential for keeping homes and businesses warm, safe, and comfortable—and making sure everything runs efficiently can save both money and hassle in the long run. If you live in or around Rugby, Coventry, or elsewhere in Warwickshire, here’s what you need to know about boiler servicing, and how Apex Solutions Group can help.
Why Annual Boiler Servicing Matters
A yearly service does more than just tick a box. Here's what it achieves:
Safety — Boilers burn fuel (gas or other energy sources), and components can degrade. Servicing helps catch leaks, faulty parts, and issues like carbon monoxide risks early.
Efficiency — A clean, well-tuned boiler uses less fuel to produce the same heat. That helps reduce energy bills and environmental impact.
Reliability — Regular maintenance reduces the risk of unexpected breakdowns, especially during winter when heating demand is at its peak.
Longevity — Just like any machine, a boiler lasts longer when maintained properly. Regular servicing helps guard against wear and tear and major failures.
Compliance & Warranty — Many warranties require annual maintenance. Also, if you’re a landlord or operating a business, there may be legal obligations to ensure boilers and gas appliances are inspected to current safety standards.
What “Serviced” Should Include
Here are the key tasks that are commonly part of a full boiler service by professionals like Apex Solutions Group:
Inspection of boiler components (burner, heat exchanger, etc.)
Checking and cleaning flue / ventilation paths
Checking for leaks, corrosion, or worn parts
Testing pressure, controls, and thermostats
Ensuring gas safety: safe connections, no leaks, correct operation
Examining pipes, radiators, and associated system parts
Assessing whether heating controls or smart thermostat settings require adjustment
At Apex Solutions Group, domestic heating services include boiler installation & repairs, central heating systems (radiators, pipes, thermostats), underfloor heating, smart controls, plus gas appliance servicing. These are all covered in their routine maintenance and service checks.
How Often Should You Book a Service?
For most domestic properties, and many commercial properties with standard systems, once every 12 months is the ideal interval. Waiting longer can allow small problems to grow, which often means more expensive repairs or a higher chance of failure during cold weather. If your system is older, or if you use it heavily (for example, overnight heating, very large premises, or in harsh conditions), you may want to consider mid-season checks or more frequent servicing. Apex Solutions Group handles both routine maintenance and emergency heating repairs.
Where Apex Solutions Group Can Help
If you’re in Rugby, Coventry, Warwickshire or the surrounding areas, Apex Solutions Group provides:
Domestic (and commercial) heating installations, servicing & repairs
Gas appliance installation & servicing (boilers, cookers, gas fires)
Same-day and emergency gas engineer call-outs for faults, leaks, or urgent repairs
Full central heating system work: radiators, pipes, thermostats; plus underfloor heating and smart heating controls for greater efficiency and modern comfort.
Their team of Gas Safe registered engineers ensures that every service meets safety standards and local regulations. So when you have your boiler serviced by Apex, you’re getting a thorough, professional check-up focused on both performance and safety.
When Is the Best Time to Service Your Boiler?
Before the heating season begins — late summer or early autumn is ideal, because engineers tend to be less busy, and your system has been less used recently.
At least 12 months after the last service — track the date so you don’t miss it.
Whenever you notice issues — strange noises, fluctuating temperatures, increased energy bills, or smells related to gas are all warning signs. Don’t wait until winter.
Take Action to Keep Warm and Safe
If it’s been more than a year since your last boiler service, or if you’ve noticed something odd with the heating system, now’s the time to act. Contact Apex Solutions Group for fast, professional domestic boiler servicing. We offer dependable, efficient service across Rugby, Coventry, Warwickshire and nearby areas, from routine checks to emergency repair work.
