How To Re-Pressurize A Residential Boiler
When the hot water boiler loses pressure, it will no longer function properly and the water will no longer be able to be heated. This can play havoc with the home being comfortable during the cold winter months. Luckily, when this happens, all is not lost, and there are ways to fix this if one is handy for minor do-it-yourself projects regarding boilers.
Step 1
Turn the boiler off before attempting to work on it. The time span between shutting the boiler off and working on it should be, preferably, four to six hours. Failure to do so could result not only in damage to the boiler but an injury to the person doing the repairs.
Step 2
There is a tray under the boiler that must be pulled out. To do so, simply reach under and pull it out carefully. Some boilers will have trays that are plastic while …
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