If you have a Gledhill BoilerMate SP Pre-Plumbed system and something has gone wrong, you may immediately start wondering whether the entire system needs replacing.
That isn't necessarily the case.
Many older Gledhill systems can continue operating when the correct faulty component is identified and replaced.
The challenge is often finding the right spare part.
At Supplied Direct, we specialise in helping heating engineers, tradespeople and homeowners find hard-to-find, obsolete and discontinued heating spares, including replacement parts for Gledhill systems.
What Is a Gledhill BoilerMate SP Pre-Plumbed?
The Gledhill BoilerMate range was designed as an integrated solution for providing heating and hot water within the home.
The BoilerMate SP Pre-Plumbed configuration was designed to simplify installation by supplying much of the associated equipment and pipework as part of the system.
Like any heating system, however, components can eventually wear or fail.
When dealing with an older appliance, this can create another problem:
Where do you find the replacement part?
An Older BoilerMate Doesn't Automatically Need Replacing
When a heating system has been installed for many years, it can be tempting to assume that any fault means the whole unit has reached the end of its life.
Sometimes replacement will genuinely be the correct option.
But not always.
The problem may be associated with an individual component that can be replaced.
That's why identifying the actual fault — rather than immediately assuming the entire system needs to go — is so important.
For homeowners, this could potentially avoid the disruption and expense associated with unnecessary system replacement.
For heating engineers, access to older spares can provide another repair option to discuss with the customer.
Finding Gledhill BoilerMate SP Pre-Plumbed Parts
This is where owning an older system can become frustrating.
As heating products change and manufacturers introduce newer models, certain components can become increasingly difficult to source through ordinary suppliers.
A part that was readily available years ago might now be described as:
Obsolete.
Discontinued.
Hard to find.
That doesn't necessarily mean you won't be able to find one.
Supplied Direct specialises in sourcing replacement components for older heating systems, with particular experience in Gledhill spares.
Not Sure Which Part You Need?
One of the biggest risks when repairing an older heating system is ordering the wrong component.
Different Gledhill models and versions can use different parts, and visually similar components aren't necessarily interchangeable.
If you're unsure, don't simply guess.
Take clear photographs of:
- The system
- The component you believe has failed
- Any labels or markings
- Model information
- Part numbers, where visible
You can then send the information to Supplied Direct and ask for help identifying the correct replacement.
Providing as much information as possible can make identification easier.
For Heating Engineers
If you're a heating engineer, you've probably experienced the frustration of diagnosing a repair only to discover that your normal supplier no longer stocks the component.
That's particularly common when working with older or discontinued systems.
Being able to source difficult-to-find parts can help you explore repair options before recommending complete replacement.
Supplied Direct works with trade customers looking for Gledhill and other obsolete heating spares.
If you've identified the component, search for it directly.
If you haven't, send us the available details and we'll help where possible.
For Homeowners
If you own a property containing a Gledhill BoilerMate SP Pre-Plumbed system, you don't need to become a heating expert yourself.
Where work involves the heating system, electrical components or anything you're not competent to safely diagnose or repair, use a suitably qualified professional.
But you can still help with the process.
Find the model information.
Take photographs.
Keep details of the fault.
If your heating engineer is struggling to source a replacement component, point them towards a specialist supplier.
The important thing is not to assume that “old” automatically means “unrepairable.”
12-Month Warranty on Parts Supplied
Buying replacement parts for an older system should still come with reassurance.
Supplied Direct provides a 12-month warranty on all parts supplied.
That gives both homeowners and trade customers additional confidence when sourcing replacement components for older heating systems.
Repair or Replace?
There isn't one answer that applies to every BoilerMate SP Pre-Plumbed system.
The right decision depends on factors including the condition and age of the system, the fault, availability of suitable replacement components, repair costs and the advice of a competent heating professional.
In some circumstances, replacement may make more sense.
In others, changing a failed component could keep an existing system operating.
The important thing is to investigate your options before assuming a complete replacement is necessary.
Looking for a Gledhill BoilerMate SP Pre-Plumbed Spare?
If you're struggling to find a replacement component for a Gledhill BoilerMate SP Pre-Plumbed, Supplied Direct may be able to help.
We specialise in hard-to-find, discontinued and obsolete heating spares, with extensive experience supplying parts for Gledhill systems.
Know the part you need? Search our range online.
Not sure which part you need? Send us a clear photograph along with your system details and we'll help identify the correct component where possible.
Visit Supplied Direct today and keep your Gledhill system running.