Choosing the Right Boiler Care Plan

Why Should You Consider a Boiler Care Plan?

Your boiler plays an important role in keeping your home warm and providing hot water throughout the year. However, like any other household appliance, it needs regular maintenance to keep it working safely and efficiently. Unexpected breakdowns can also happen, often when you need your heating system the most.

One way to look after your heating system is with a boiler care plan. At KHS Heating, we offer a choice of boiler care packages designed to suit different heating systems, from boilers still covered by a manufacturer’s guarantee to older systems that need more comprehensive protection.

Whether you’re looking for help with your annual boiler service or additional maintenance against unexpected breakdowns, our care plans provide a convenient way to look after your home’s heating.

1. The Benefits of Having a Boiler Care Plan

A boiler care plan offers more than just help when something goes wrong. Regular maintenance and the right level of care can help you look after your heating system throughout the year.

Some of the main benefits include:

• Annual boiler servicing: Keep your boiler maintained with a yearly service carried out by qualified engineers.
• Reduced risk of breakdowns: Regular inspections can help identify potential problems before they develop into more serious faults.
• Improved efficiency: Keeping your boiler clean and properly maintained helps it operate as efficiently as possible.
• Help when you need it: Depending on your chosen package, you can benefit from breakdown callouts without additional callout charges.
• Spread the cost: Monthly payments provide a convenient way to manage the cost of your boiler maintenance.

It’s worth remembering that regular servicing is important even if your boiler is relatively new. It helps keep your system in good working order and can also be a requirement of your manufacturer’s guarantee.

2. Which Boiler Care Plan Is Right for You?

Every home and heating system is different, which is why KHS offers four boiler care packages. Each provides a different level of care, allowing you to choose an option that suits your boiler and the protection you’re looking for.

Here’s a closer look at what’s included.
KHS Serve
From £10 per month

KHS Serve is a great starting point if you’re primarily looking to spread the cost of your annual boiler service across 12 monthly payments.

The package includes:

• Annual gas boiler service.
• Same-day callouts when requested before 12 noon.
• Discounted parts.
• No callout charges.

You’ll also receive a reminder when your annual service is due, helping you keep on top of your boiler maintenance.

KHS System Cover
From £20 per month

If your boiler is still covered by its manufacturer’s guarantee, KHS System Cover provides additional protection for the wider central heating system.

Alongside your annual gas boiler service, this package includes:

• Cover for radiators and radiator valves.
• Cover for central heating pipework.
• No callout charges.
• Same-day callouts when requested before 12 noon.

It’s a useful option for homeowners who want to look after more than just their boiler, particularly when the boiler itself is still covered by a manufacturer guarantee.

KHS Care
From £24 per month

For boilers that are no longer covered by a manufacturer’s guarantee, KHS Care offers a more comprehensive level of protection.

This package includes everything needed to maintain your boiler and help with unexpected heating problems, including:

• Annual gas boiler service.
• Boiler breakdowns.
• Cover for radiators and radiator valves.
• Cover for central heating pipework.
• No callout charges.
• Same-day callouts when requested before 12 noon.

With breakdown cover included, it’s a suitable option for homeowners who want additional reassurance as their heating system gets older.

KHS Care Plus
From £28 per month

For homeowners looking for the most comprehensive plan, KHS Care Plus builds on the KHS Care package by including additional protection for your airing cupboard components.

As well as the benefits included in KHS Care, you’ll receive:

• Annual gas boiler service.
• Boiler breakdown cover.
• Cover for radiators and radiator valves.
• Cover for central heating pipework.
• Airing cupboard cover, including tanks, valves and pumps.
• No callout charges.
• Same-day callouts when requested before 12 noon.

This package is particularly useful for homes with additional heating components and hot water equipment that need looking after.

All packages have terms and conditions. Additional options are available for oil boilers, landlords and gas fire servicing. Airing cupboard care applies to domestic-sized components.

3. What’s Included in an Annual Boiler Service?

An annual boiler service is an important part of keeping your heating system safe, efficient and reliable.

At KHS Heating, our Gas Safe and OFTEC qualified engineers follow the relevant manufacturer-specific maintenance schedules when servicing gas and oil boilers.

During a typical service, our engineers carry out a range of checks, including:

• Electrical safety checks.
• Gas or oil operating pressure checks.
• Expansion vessel pressure checks.
• Room seal inspections and functional tests.
• Cleaning of the condensate trap.
• System filter cleaning.
• Water quality testing.
• Flue gas analysis and air intake checks.

Additional checks and maintenance will also be carried out depending on the boiler’s fuel type and manufacturer.

These inspections help identify potential issues, check that the boiler is operating correctly and ensure important components are maintained.

4. Why Is Regular Boiler Maintenance Important?

It’s easy to overlook your boiler when everything is working as it should. However, waiting until something goes wrong can lead to unexpected disruption and potentially more extensive repairs.

Regular boiler maintenance helps identify signs of wear, check the condition of important components and ensure your heating system continues to operate safely.

It can also help:

• Identify developing faults before they cause a breakdown.
• Maintain your boiler’s operating efficiency.
• Reduce unnecessary strain on heating components.
• Support the longevity of your boiler.
• Keep your manufacturer’s servicing requirements up to date.

Even if you have a relatively new boiler, arranging an annual service is still important. A care plan makes it easier to keep up with this maintenance.

5. Can I Get a Boiler Care Plan for an Oil Boiler?

Yes! KHS offers additional options for homeowners with oil boilers.

Our care plans are available for gas and oil heating systems, with an additional £6 per month for oil boilers.

If you’re unsure which package is suitable for your heating system, our team can help you understand the available options.

6. Choose the Right Boiler Care Plan with KHS Heating

Looking after your boiler doesn’t have to be complicated. With a choice of four care packages, KHS Heating makes it easier to arrange regular maintenance and find the right level of protection for your home.

Whether you simply want to spread the cost of your annual service or need more comprehensive breakdown care, our team can help you find a suitable option.

We provide boiler care plans throughout Tunbridge Wells, Maidstone, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Edenbridge, Paddock Wood, Kings Hill and the surrounding areas.

Want to find out more about our boiler care plans? Visit our Boiler Care Plans page to compare the packages and discover what’s included, or contact our friendly team on 01892 249 044 to discuss your requirements.