As temperatures begin to drop, many UK households will be tempted to turn on the central heating - but there are a few things you should check first.
Ahead of the colder weather, experts at MyJobQuote have shared a warning sign that your boiler might need repairing - and it's rather unpleasant.
Not only could it mean a broken boiler, it could also be a sign of something more dangerous. Even if you find that your boiler is still functioning, knowing the signs of a faulty device now can help prevent a repair in the winter time, as the crucial heating system will need to be shut down.
Mathew Harkins of MyJobQuote is warning that if you notice any "putrid" smells coming from your boiler, you should shut down the system immediately and call a heating engineer.
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