Why is the flame sensor on my boiler not working?

The Fix: This is a cylinderical burner with the ignition and flame sensor underneath. The problem occurs when dirt and carbon build up on the ignition and flame sensor probes, and the boiler must be stripped down so these can be cleaned.

What to do if your boiler stopcock is not working?

If your gas stopcock is on but your boiler isn’t receiving any gas, or if none of your other gas appliances are working, then you should contact your gas supplier. You can then try relighting the pilot light yourself – ensuring you follow the instructions found in your boiler’s manual for igniting the pilot light.

How can I tell if my boiler is a fault?

This is a common fault with Ideal Response combi boilers, and you can usually identify it when you hear the boiler sparking and attempting to light three times before going into boiler lockout. An orange light will also display. The Fix: This is a cylinderical burner with the ignition and flame sensor underneath.

Why is my boiler not working when I turn it on?

It can be human error, or perhaps you switch off appliances whilst sleepwalking but one of the most common causes are power cuts. Your boiler probably hasn’t broken, so switch the bugger on. Time for a new boiler?

If your gas stopcock is on but your boiler isn’t receiving any gas, or if none of your other gas appliances are working, then you should contact your gas supplier. You can then try relighting the pilot light yourself – ensuring you follow the instructions found in your boiler’s manual for igniting the pilot light.

Why is my gas boiler not working properly?

There are a variety of reasons why your boiler may not be working; common examples include the boiler pressure being too low or too high, a power cut, gas supply issues, a faulty pilot light, a frozen condensate pipe, faulty internal components or a more complex issue.

What causes the pilot light on a boiler to go out?

To ignite the gas and deliver heat and hot water, the boilers pilot light (basically a tiny internal flame) will need to be alight when your boiler is active, in order to burn the gas. Sometimes this flame will go out, whether caused by sudden drafts or wandering spirits trying to make contact.

What to do if your boiler thermostat is not working?

While you’re at it, don’t forget to double check the level and the location of your thermostat. First off, use a level device to make sure your thermostat is perfectly balanced on the wall. Thermostats that aren’t placed correctly can also lead to inaccurate readings, or the total malfunction of the thermostat.