Winter-Ready Boilers: Maintenance Tips to Avoid Costly Repairs

Boiler Maintenance
Boiler Maintenance Inspection Log
February 11, 2025
Boiler Maintenance
Boiler Maintenance Inspection Log
February 11, 2025
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Winter-Ready Boilers: Maintenance Tips to Avoid Costly Repairs

The Northeast has experienced bitter winter seasons over the years. Have your boilers been properly started up and maintained during the off-season? B.J. Muirhead’s experienced technicians take the stress out of boiler startup, ensuring your system is tuned and ready.

Get the Most Out of Your Boiler

A professional boiler tune-up includes a full safety check and combustion tuning to ensure your system is operating at peak efficiency and maximizing fuel usage.

Avoid Emergency Service Calls

During boiler startup, minor adjustments are often needed. While these issues are usually easy to troubleshoot, proactive maintenance can help you avoid unexpected costly repairs. Addressing concerns early allows time to order parts and schedule necessary repairs—before winter demand spikes.

Switching to Dual Fuels?

If you’re switching from natural gas to fuel oil, ensure your backup fuel source is reliable. Stored fuel oil may degrade over time, affecting boiler performance. Contact your energy supplier to test your fuel quality before making the switch.

Protect Your Warranty

Many boiler warranties require annual maintenance from a qualified professional. B.J. Muirhead is an authorized representative for Cleaver-Brooks, Fulton, Raypak, Patterson-Kelley, and more.

Prevent Corrosion in Seasonal Boilers

Even with the best water treatment program, corrosion can occur during non-operating months. Increased oxygen levels can cause pitting in steel tube sheets and boiler tubes. B.J. Muirhead can repair or replace pitted tubes and verify boiler integrity.

Boiler Maintenance Tips:

  • Keep a boiler logDownload High Pressure Boiler Maintenance Log
  • Inspect your boiler regularly – Look for leaks, unusual noises, or visible damage.
  • Test safety controls and valves – Pay special attention to the main and auxiliary low-water cutoff.

Trust B.J. Muirhead for Expert Service

B.J. Muirhead’s factory-trained technicians specialize in servicing, repairing, and tuning boilers. As an authorized Cleaver-Brooks representative, we provide expert service for all boiler makes and models. Contact us today to learn how we can help keep your boiler operating at peak performance.

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