Boiler check...

[ideas?]

Hi all,

Got a problem someone might be able to help me with...

Have got a Glow Worm boiler, which has been working fine since i moved into a new flat (rented.) But the pilot light has gone out, I've followed instructions to relight - which works. But the light does not stay lit for very long, and am continually relighting.

I have tried to get hold of landlord to sort it out, but he's away for 2 wks, don't fancy having cold showers 4 two weeks. And British gas won't send out anyone without the landlords authorisation.

So I'm kinda hoping there's a straightforward answer, rather than having to pay for it myself and maybe getting the money back?

Any ideas much appreciated,

K

 

[Slugbabydotcom]

Probably the thermocouple or perhaps some debris on the pilot injector but it is your landlords job to get it sorted.
If he doesnt then contact the council and tell them the problems you are having. If the landlord doesnt act in a reasonable time you are entiotled to get it sorted yourself and get him to pay the bill

 

[ideas?]

Thanks Slugbabydotcom.

I guess it's just typical that he's away for another 1 1/2 weeks...I'll give the council a call and see how long before i can get something done and charge it to him.

Thanks for the help,

K

 

[Slugbabydotcom]

Speaking as a landlord myself I would not have a problem with you getting a job such as this done yourself under the circumstances so long as the bill wasn't excessive. Hopefully your landlord will see it the same way.
Suggest you try corgi website for 3 local corgi guys and ask them roughly how much they will charge if you have to go down that road.
When your landlord gets back discuss with him what to do if situations arise such as this in future.