Does your boiler cover include your wider heating system? Here are 5 reasons why it should!

You’ve got your boiler covered and are feeling ready for winter. Clever you, you’ve already done a brilliant job at protecting your home in case of boiler breakdown. However, have you thought about the other components that your home relies on to keep it comfortable? We’re talking radiators, pipes and yes, even your plumbing.

Protecting your entire heating system before winter is a prudent move, here’s why.

Winter means EVERYTHING is more likely to go bust

Winter can be harsh and unpredictable. The unseasonal September heat shows us that climate change is already doing a number on us. What’s to say we won’t be experiencing another Beast from the East in 2 months from now? Most boiler cover plans will protect against any issues that occur with your boiler but won’t necessarily cover the other crucial parts of your heating system, like the radiators. If your radiators are done for, you could have an expensive job on your hands. An average radiator can cost upwards of £200 to replace, not including an emergency call-out fee. More than one of them goes and your winter is looking a lot more tense. You can check out some examples of sensible comprehensive plans here.

Cover means proper maintenance

Most boiler cover and wider heating plans include regular maintenance and servicing as part of the coverage. Much like a car, regular maintenance is necessary to keep your system running efficiently and to identify potential issues before they become major problems. Preventive maintenance helps ensure that your heating system operates at peak performance throughout the winter and means it’s less likely to break down, causing you a major financial headache. 

If you’re on a budget, wider heating cover is for you

Comprehensive cover doesn’t have to be extortionate. In fact, if you’ve checked us out, you’ll see it’s less than you think. By spreading the cost of heating system cover over the year, through manageable monthly premiums, you can stick to budget and avoid sudden strains on your wallet. This regular, predictable expense can help you plan for and manage your household finances better and even more important, allow you to have a blooming good Christmas. 

Wider heating cover keeps you safe

Beyond just comfort and cost, heating system cover also keeps you and your family safe in your home. Faulty heating systems can pose serious risks to health and safety. Comprehensive boiler and heating cover means you’ll receive regular maintenance and safety checks to ensure the mechanics of your home are safe and usable. 

Call the experts in

Here’s the picture…You’re boiler’s not working, you think the pipes might’ve frozen while you were away for the weekend. The house is freezing, the kids are cold and no one can have a warm shower. Nightmare, right? You get the first available engineer in and pay them whatever they ask, in exchange for quick service. It’s understandable but also a massive risk. Only a qualified, GasSafe-registered engineer should ever be permitted to work on your boiler. When you have heating system cover, you have access to qualified and experienced engineers who can diagnose and repair issues quickly and safely, all covered by your policy. 

So, if you’re a safety first kind of person, wider heating system cover could be right up your street this winter. Knowing you have all the bells and whistles sorted, even in the midst of a serious cold snap, there’s nothing like it for 100% peace of mind. If you’re still unsure about what kind of cover would suit you, give our friendly team a call on 0116 366 5664 or reach out via our website.

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