We all know that maintaining our boiler is essential, but many of us forget about our boilers all too easily during the summer months. This guide gives some reasons as to why we should look in to boiler breakdown cover and the benefits it offers.

The summer months arrive, and to the residents of the UK, the memories of the past winter are all but forgotten. Windows and doors are flung open to relieve the heat in the office, air conditioning units are turned on and the heating is switched off for months on end.

Whilst no-one will complain about the warm summer evenings and BBQ weather, things often drastically change as the autumn months close in. Central heating systems and boilers are switched on, and if they have not been properly serviced, some are prone to seizing up and breaking down.

This is why it is important to make sure that your business boiler is properly maintained, so you’re not hit with a boiler breakdown when you need it the most.

Boiler breakdown cover begins at just £9 a month and includes a full annual boiler service and a fully maintained gas safety record. For more advanced cover you can pay around £25 – £30 per month and this includes unlimited call outs with a 4 hour response, as well as including parts and labour costs and complete central heating coverage.

For anyone who has experienced a boiler breakdown, they will certainly tell you that it wasn’t pleasant. When central heating systems are not working, offices become cold very quickly, and in the worst cases, work forces are sent home.

The lost output and work from an event like this could be devastating to most businesses, particularly to smaller businesses and those who work to tight deadlines, which makes a boiler breakdown cover plan seem all the more logical for any business, regardless of the size and industry.

Boiler breakdown policies are provided by most energy providers, and can be taken out straightaway, whether you sign up by phone or on a website.

Once you start your boiler breakdown cover, a trained and certified engineer will carry out a full inspection of your boiler, check the flue, test the performance and correct any defects found; guaranteeing that you will never be faced with a boiler breakdown scenario.