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Hot water cylinder warning

 
Scalding incidents involving boilers are extremely rare, but to stay safe you should watch out for any of the following warning signs:

  • Excessively hot water coming from your hot water taps.
  • Any unusual noises from the hot water cylinder such as banging or bubbling.
  • Any unexpected excessive heat in your cylinder / airing cupboard.
  • Hot water coming out of the cold water taps in the bathroom, or toilets flushing with hot water.
  • Steam or moisture in the roof space.

What should I do?

If you are experiencing any of these warning signs in your home, you should take the following action.

  • Switch off the immersion heater immediately.
  • Contact a professional for repair. If you are a Council tenant, ring the repair service on 0208 921 8900 and staff will arrange for a call to be made.
If you have a combination (combi) boiler supplying your hot water, you will not be affected.

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