Most Frequent Boiler Repairs We Perform

When your boiler stops delivering the radiant heat you know and love, you’ll notice it immediately. Although boilers are known for needing fewer repairs than furnaces or heat pumps, they are still prone to the occasional repair need every now and then. Here are some common boiler issues.

• Leaks: Boilers are designed to be airtight to prevent oxidation, which leads to corrosion. If you notice water leaking from any area of the boiler, it needs to be repaired.
• Unusual Noises: Any sudden and unusual sound such as banging, rumbling, whistling, knocking, gurgling, humming, or clicking noises are cause for concern.
• Low Water Pressure: Pressure can drop because of a leak or a malfunctioning pressure relief valve.
• Corroded Parts: Any parts with signs of corrosion need to be replaced.
• Circulator Pump: This pump pushes the heated water through the piping to heat your home. The pump or its components can wear down and break over time and need to be repaired or replaced. If you’re using a furnace instead of a boiler, similar issues can occur with blower components, as seen in many home furnace heating systems
• Sediment Buildup: This restricts the boiler’s ability to heat water. Our technicians can flush the system to remove the buildup.

The Importance of Annual Boiler Maintenance

Do you want to get as much heating power from your boiler as possible? The best way to ensure a long lifespan for a boiler is through annual maintenance. Just like any piece of complex machinery, boilers need regular tune-ups to run efficiently. You can depend on Obie Comfort Solutions to keep your Framingham, MA boiler in tip-top shape. If you’re considering alternative heating methods, ductless HVAC system solutions may offer flexibility and energy savings.

By scheduling annual boiler maintenance in Framingham, MA, you can prevent minor issues from becoming major problems. Our Obie Service Technicians will thoroughly inspect, clean, and tune-up the system. This thorough service and attention to detail ensures that your boiler will work as efficiently as possible. If your home uses ductwork, regular air duct heating services can further improve system performance and air quality. Maintenance gives us the opportunity to catch small issues before they escalate into major repair needs—or even worse, a full system breakdown.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: What boiler services does Obie Comfort Solutions offer?
Answer: Obie offers boiler repairs and maintenance for residential boiler systems. They also service oil?fired boiler systems, being the only local contractor licensed to work on oil systems.

Question: What are common boiler problems handled by Obie?
Answer: Some typical issues they repair include leaks, unusual noises (banging, gurgling, knocking), low water pressure, corroded components, failing circulator pumps, and sediment buildup.

Question: Why is boiler maintenance important?
Answer: Regular maintenance helps ensure the system runs safely and efficiently, avoids breakdowns, catches small faults early, and extends the lifespan of the boiler.

Question: Where does Obie operate and what qualifies their technicians?
Answer: Obie serves the Framingham, MA area and beyond, and their technicians are NATE and EPA?certified.

Question: Are they experienced with oil boilers specifically?
Answer: Yes. Obie is specifically licensed to work on oil?fired boiler systems in addition to typical boiler services.