OFTEC Focuses On Condensing Boiler Efficiency At SERC Event

Unfortunately, many consumers  put off that boiler service, possibly  for years. The bad news is that a  poorly installed and maintained  appliance will cost you extra –  every day of its life. If your boiler  is not serviced annually, it is at  higher risk of breaking down and  costing you more money. For  example, a 3.0 mm layer of soot  can reduce the amount of heat  absorbed by more than 8%.  The Oil Firing Technical  Association (OFTEC) represents  companies in Ireland and the UK  that are involved in the heating  and cooking industry  using oil fired  appliances.  OFTEC work closely  with Government  Departments, HSENI,  NIHE and training  providers to promote  high standards in the  oil heating and cooking  industry. Contractors  and technicians that  register with OFTEC  follow a strict  assessment process  and undergo inspections during  their period of registration. As a  result of these requirements and  vetting procedures the  Association are confident that  OFTEC registered technicians will  carry out all works to the highest  of standards and in compliance  with all current building and code  of practice regulations.  The benefit for consumers,  housing associations and others  in using a registered technician is  that a detailed report (CD11) is  provided on completion of a  service or a CD10 for installation  works. A service report will  indicate the boiler efficiency and  denotes any defects and or  recommendations to improve the  heating system.  In addition, an OFTEC registered  technician will use a modern  electronic flue gas analyser that  will assess CO levels and check  for Carbon Monoxide spillage;  this is an important factor given  the recent press coverage on  deaths from CO poisoning in  Northern Ireland.  A service or installation by an  OFTEC Registered Technician  will ensure that the boiler or  cooker is working efficiently, safe,  and in top working order. If you  are thinking about replacing your  boiler, call a local registered  technician for advice – see:  http://www.ofteconline.com/locate  company.asp for your nearest  technician.

For more information on SERC  energy courses contact Janice  Chaib on jchaib@serc.ac.uk or  call 028 9262 6778.