A boiler is one of those household appliance that is often taken for granted. However, once the boiler breaks downs , you realise how important it is. Rather than to be reactive in the eventuality the boiler may break down, it is better to be prepared, so you will be able to handle the situation calmly, sensibly and with minimal costs. What to do in case of a boiler breakdown? If you see that your boiler has abruptly stopped heating the radiators or hot water, the foremost thing to do is check for a simple solution. Often, if a boiler stops working, check the power supply or check the thermostat to see if it has been accidentally switched off. A straightforward way of trying to get a boiler to work is doing what we do with almost every electrical appliance that has stopped working - turning it off and then back on. But, if this does not work, and there is no apparent solution in sight, you will have to turn towards an expert engineer. If it is winter or cold, add ext...