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Ventilators

Posted by Himesh Bhatt, on
I have recently had a platinum Baxi boiler fitted in a small room. We have noticed black smoke marks on the walls. Heating enginner has checked everything and he believes we require additional ventilator which needs to be fitted between the boiler room and outside. We already have one but he advises that an additional vent would prevent this black smoke issue. Please note boiler is brand new and has been inspected Please can you advise me the charge? All that is needed is a tall ladder and someone who can fit the vent between the boiler room and outside.
Terry Potter

Terry Potter

Most modern condensing boilers dont need ventilation so unless there is something unusual about your installation I would be Questioning why the heating engineer had inspected it and found there needed extra air vents but left it in operation anyway.I would pay for a second opinion.
Michael Tucker

Michael Tucker

Hello Himesh, Put your job onto rated people's site to get a free quotation & site visit. This will enable you true valuation on the works ahead Regards Michael
Robert Bennett

Robert Bennett

You should check the credentials of the Gas Engineer ! he should have a gas safe no , mine is 3190 . The appliance you have mentioned is a room sealed Boiler and no extra ventilation should be needed , Unless installed in a compartment , then ventillaltion required to dissipate the heat within that compartment. The Boiler itself if fitted correctly is completely room sealed . And no fumes should be able to escape into the room . Are you sure the marks are not heat marks ? You should get the boiler checked immediately by a Gas Safe Engineer. Have a happy and safe christmas. Regards Bennett Gas Services
Rafal Kaczynski

Rafal Kaczynski

Hi Nimesh Please post your job on main website under general maintenance and set your budget min 100 then 3 companies will contact you to obtain a quote Best regards Rafal
Danny Allen

Danny Allen

Hi Himesh post job as GENERAL MAINTENANCE Budget £100 Regards Danny D J ALLEN PLASTERING & BUILDING MAINTENANCE

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