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Oil odours Emergency

You can smell oil around your boiler, which usually indicates a fuel leak that needs urgent attention to prevent fire hazards or property damage.

Technical description: Check all fuel line connections and remake as necessary
Typical repair cost: £90-180 (including labour)

Engineer required

This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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