High gas consumption in the boiler: how to reduce gas bills and eliminate the causes of high fuel consumption by the boiler
When winter comes, we turn on the boiler and rejoice in the blessings of civilization. But you have to pay for everything. It so happens that the boiler starts to consume more gas. Why is there such a problem and how to reduce fuel consumption and money spent? Let's understand the reasons.
In floor-standing gas boilers, gas consumption is initially higher than that of wall-mounted counterparts.
Chimney
For a gas boiler, it is forbidden to make a chimney out of bricks or black pipes. this is the reason for the high gas consumption. Be sure to use insulated stainless steel pipes. Sandwich pipe is recommended. It will be the most economical for an outdoor type of boiler.
It's all about good traction. The worse the draft, the less air passes to the burner.
Cleaning
The boiler must be cleaned annually. In older boilers, it is necessary to clean the nozzles. If a modern boiler model is installed, the nozzles in them are clogged, but not so often. But you still need to clean it periodically.
Of course, such work is expensive. We are asked for a complete cleaning from 4500 rubles. Someone cleans himself, saving money. But this is not desirable.
The boiler does not turn off or turns off and after a short time it works again
The device does not understand that it needs to be turned off. As a result, increased gas consumption.
1 Reason maybe a thermal sensor. There is no shutdown signal. It requires repair, replacement of faulty elements.
Reason two: poor thermal insulation of windows, walls, roofs. The boiler tries to keep the house warm and works without shutting down. Poor roof insulation can be visually identified by icicles in winter. Snow accumulates at the top, then it melts and icicles are formed, hanging from the roof.
Saving
Setting a low temperature on the boiler to save money. This action leads to the opposite. In this case, the return flow comes cooled down and the boiler continues to work. If there are ordinary radiators, then it is better to set the recommended temperature (50-60 gr.).
The room thermostat will help regulate the boiler operation. The boiler will shut down in any case when the specified room temperature is reached.
Heat exchanger
It becomes covered with bloom, scale. The device functions as an intermediary between fire and water. Water heating is much worse and gas consumption increases. The heat exchanger must be cleaned so that it does not overheat and drip over time.
These are the most common reasons for boiler failure and high gas consumption.