Strip-down service
Boiler strip-down service in Burgess Hill
A strip-down service goes further than an annual service. I take the boiler apart, clean the heat exchanger and burner properly, and replace the seals and electrodes that wear down with heat over the years. It's usually recommended every four to five years as per manufacturer's instructions, alongside your annual service, to keep an older boiler running efficiently and prolong its life.
What's involved
It's a longer, more hands-on job than a standard service, and it's done in a set order so nothing gets missed.
- 1Draining down and safely isolating the boiler
- 2Recharging the expansion vessel back to the right pressure
- 3Removing the fan and gas valve assembly
- 4Taking out the burner and cleaning the main heat exchanger properly
- 5Replacing the heat exchanger seal, combustion seals and gaskets
- 6Replacing the spark electrode and flame sensing device
- 7Removing and cleaning the condensate trap
- 8A full annual service on top: combustion readings, gas pressures, controls and safety devices
How it differs from your annual service
Your annual service is a safety and efficiency check: I inspect, test and take readings to catch problems early. A strip-down goes further. I open the boiler up, clean the parts a standard service can't reach, and replace the consumables that wear out with heat. You still need the annual service every 12 months. This sits alongside it, every four or five years.
Booking it in
The easiest way is alongside your annual service, so it's one visit. Late summer and autumn are ideal, before the heating goes on for winter. Not sure if yours is due? Send me the make, model and rough age and I'll give you an honest answer.
Signs your boiler might be due one
Boilers rarely fail overnight. They get gradually worse, and most people put up with it far longer than they need to.
Banging or kettling
Rumbling, banging or whistling usually means buildup on the heat exchanger.
Frequent resets
A boiler that keeps locking out can point to a worn electrode or flame sensor.
Rising energy bills
Creeping up with no real change in how you use the heating.
Sooting or dark marks
Any discolouration around the boiler casing is worth looking at.
Service area
Areas I cover
I'm based in Burgess Hill and cover Mid Sussex and down to the coast, including these areas.
- Burgess Hill
- Haywards Heath
- Hassocks
- Cuckfield
- Ditchling
- Lindfield
- Wivelsfield
- Keymer
- Hove
- Portslade
- Lancing
What our customers say
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3 months ago
Outstanding service from Jamie! He came out to look at my boiler and arrived promptly and was extremely helpful! Ordered the part and came back not even a day later to fit. Definitely would recommend to anyone! Thank you so much again 😊Read all reviews on Google
2 months ago
Excellent service. Jamie carried out a very thorough inspection and identified issue with our external water flow that had been missed by four previous engineers during their annual services. Professional and meticulous throughout. Highly recommend.Read all reviews on Google
a month ago
Jamie carried out a service to our boiler, plus some additional work required to ensure it's compliance with safety regs. He provided a polite, thoughtful and professional Service. No hesitation in giving 5*s.Read all reviews on Google
6 months ago
Outstanding service from JDH! I recently had Jamie round for an annual boiler service and could not fault him, on time, super polite with real professionalism. I won’t be going anywhere elseRead all reviews on Google
5 months ago
I contacted Jamie this morning via an ad on the local Haywards Heath Facebook page because my boiler needed a service. Jamie responded quickly, and as a new customer, offered me a £15 discount on my service. Not only that, he was here at 2pm; all in a days work! Fantastic service, super efficient, professional and friendly. I’d highly recommend Jamie and will absolutely keep hold of his details for next year’s service. Thanks for making it a very easy processRead all reviews on Google
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FAQ
Common questions
Yes. Your boiler still needs a Gas Safe service every 12 months, and most manufacturer warranties depend on it. A strip-down is extra care every few years, not a replacement for the annual check.
Often, yes. Banging and kettling noises are usually caused by buildup on the heat exchanger, and cleaning it properly clears that. Sometimes the noise is coming from sludge in the wider system instead, which needs a different fix. I'll check before recommending anything.
Age is the main thing. If it's four or five years old or more and has never had one, it's worth considering, especially if you've noticed noises, slower heating or rising bills. Send me the make and model and I'll tell you straight.
Not always, and I'd rather be honest about it. If a boiler is near the end of its life or parts are getting hard to find, you may be better putting the money towards a replacement. I'll give you my honest view before you commit to anything.
A strip-down cleans the boiler itself. A powerflush cleans the pipework and radiators, clearing sludge out of the wider system. They fix different problems, and a boiler that keeps struggling sometimes needs the system looking at rather than the boiler. I'll tell you which one you actually need.
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Send me a few details, and a photo of the boiler if you can. I'll get back to you quickly with a clear, no-obligation quote and honest advice.
- Gas Safe registered · 977838
- Burgess Hill & Mid Sussex
- Mon–Fri