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No Heating? Here's What to Check First

If your boiler is running but your home isn't heating up, the cause could be anything from low boiler pressure to thermostat issues or a system fault. This guide explains the most common reasons your heating may not be working, what you can safely check yourself and when to contact a Gas Safe engineer.
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6 Quick Checks You Can Do

Before arranging a repair, try these simple checks. Many heating problems can be resolved quickly without specialist tools.

Check Boiler Pressure

Make sure your pressure is between 1 and 1.5 bar when cold.

Check the Thermostat

Set it above room temperature and check the batteries.

Check Heating Timer

Confirm your heating schedule and timer are set correctly.

Check the Programmer

Bleed radiators if they're cold at the top or heating unevenly.

Look for Error Codes

Look for warning messages or fault codes on your boiler display.

Still No Heating?

If the problem continues, book a Gas Safe engineer today.

Can You Prevent Heating Problems?

A little routine maintenance can help prevent many common heating issues and keep your boiler running efficiently throughout the year.

Annual Boiler Service

Bleed Radiators Regularly

Check Boiler Pressure

Replace Faulty Controls

Fix Small Faults Early

When Should You Call an Engineer?

While some heating problems can be resolved with simple checks, others require professional diagnosis. Contact a Gas Safe engineer if:
  • Your heating still isn't working after completing the checks above.
  • Your boiler repeatedly loses pressure.
  • Your boiler displays fault codes that don't clear after resetting.
  • Your boiler is leaking water.
  • Your radiators remain cold despite bleeding them.
  • Your boiler won't start or keeps switching off unexpected

Common Causes of No Heating

  • Low Boiler Pressure
  • Faulty Thermostat
  • Air in Radiators
  • Faulty Pump
  • Boiler Fault or Error Code

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Our experienced Gas Safe engineers diagnose and repair all types of heating faults across London. Whether you're dealing with no heating, low boiler pressure or an unexpected boiler breakdown, we're here to help restore your heating safely and efficiently.
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Frequently asked questions

If you can't find the answer to your question here, please don't hesitate to contact us for further assistance.

If your boiler is switched on but your radiators remain cold, the problem could be low boiler pressure, trapped air in the radiators, a faulty thermostat or an internal boiler fault. Start by checking your boiler pressure, thermostat settings and heating controls. If your system is still not heating your home, read our Boiler Losing Pressure and Radiators Not Heating guides for further troubleshooting.

Cold radiators are commonly caused by trapped air, sludge buildup, low boiler pressure or a faulty circulation pump. If only one radiator is cold, bleeding it may solve the problem. If several radiators remain cold, the issue may require professional diagnosis. Our Radiators Not Heating guide explains the most common causes and solutions.

Yes. Low boiler pressure is one of the most common reasons a heating system stops working. Most boilers operate best between 1 and 1.5 bar when cold. If your pressure keeps dropping, there could be a leak or a fault within the heating system. Learn more in our Boiler Losing Pressure guide.

Heating systems can switch off because of overheating, faulty thermostats, low boiler pressure, circulation pump problems or internal boiler faults. If the problem happens repeatedly, it's important to have the system inspected before a small issue becomes a more expensive repair.

If your radiators are cold at the top but warm at the bottom, bleeding them is usually the first step to try. However, if multiple radiators stay cold or the problem returns frequently, there may be an issue with your boiler or central heating system that needs professional attention.

The cost depends on the cause of the fault and the parts required. Some heating problems can be resolved quickly, while others involve replacing components such as pumps, valves or thermostats. After diagnosing the issue, Keystone provides a clear quotation before any repair work begins, so you know exactly what to expect.

Yes. Keystone provides emergency heating and boiler repairs throughout London. Whether you've completely lost your heating, your boiler won't start or your radiators remain cold, our Gas Safe engineers can quickly diagnose the fault and recommend the most effective repair.

Yes. Our engineers repair and service many of the UK's leading boiler brands, including Worcester Bosch, Vaillant, Ideal, Baxi, Glow-worm, Viessmann, Alpha and Potterton. If your boiler displays an error code or has stopped heating your home, we can help identify the cause and recommend the appropriate repair.

Before booking an engineer, check that:

  • your boiler has power;
  • the pressure gauge reads between 1 and 1.5 bar;
  • your thermostat is calling for heat;
  • your programmer or timer is set correctly;
  • there are no obvious fault codes on the boiler display.

If you've completed these checks and your heating still isn't working, it's time to arrange a professional inspection.

Keystone specialises in boiler and central heating repairs across London. Our Gas Safe engineers diagnose faults efficiently, explain the problem clearly and provide transparent pricing before carrying out any work. Whether you have no heating, no hot water, a leaking boiler or recurring pressure problems, we're here to help restore your heating quickly and safely.

Before booking a repair, check that your boiler has power, the pressure gauge reads between 1 and 1.5 bar, the thermostat is set correctly, your stop valve is open and there are no obvious fault codes displayed. If these checks don't restore your hot water, professional diagnosis is recommended. This can help identify the fault quickly and avoid unnecessary downtime.

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