Start with the age
Under about ten years old and it’s usually worth repairing. Past twelve to fifteen, parts get scarce and other components are ageing too, so repairs become short-lived — and that’s when replacing starts to make more sense.
The warning signs
- Breaking down more than once a year.
- Rising running costs for the same usage.
- Parts that are hard to source.
- Leaks, banging or ‘kettling’ noises, or a persistent smell.
Repair vs replace: the maths
A rough rule: if a single repair costs more than about a third of a new boiler and the unit is already old, replacing usually wins. Our repair-or-replace guide works through this, and the cost guide covers the numbers.
Getting honest advice
We’ll always tell you plainly whether a repair is the sensible option — there’s no hard sell on a new boiler here.
Weighing up whether to replace? We’ll give you the honest picture on your boiler and a free, no-obligation quote if a new one makes sense. South Manchester and Cheshire.
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