08/24/2026
Boilers often provide warning signs before they stop heating—if you know what to watch for.
Schedule boiler service if you notice:
• Banging, gurgling or whistling sounds
• Uneven heat from radiators or rooms
• Frequent cycling or changing system pressure
• Water around the boiler or nearby piping
• Heating costs increasing without a change in usage
Homeowners can safely check for visible leaks and keep the area surrounding the boiler clear. Testing combustion, venting, circulation pumps and safety controls should be left to a qualified HVAC technician.
Professional boiler maintenance can uncover small circulation, corrosion or control problems before they cause a no-heat emergency.
If your boiler hasn’t been inspected recently, late summer is an ideal time to have it checked—before the first cold Ottawa morning puts it under heavy demand.