More than 5 million French people will have to pay up.
This is a back-to-school expense that some people tend to forget. However, given the amount that has to be paid out, it is important to budget for it. In the coming days, or in a few weeks at the latest, several million French people will have to go to the cash register and write a new check. A mandatory step under the law that is of major importance.
Although autumn has not yet officially set in, summer already seems far away. The rapid drop in temperatures and the arrival of gloomy weather across the country have plunged the start of the school year into gloom. Shorts and short-sleeved t-shirts have quickly been swapped for jeans and jackets, or even small sweaters. To the point, for some, of already thinking about heating their homes.
But before turning on the radiators, many must go through a non-negligible preliminary step: boiler maintenance. 5 million French people have one in their individual home and 7 million collective housing units are heated by this means. At the dawn of a period when it will be running at full capacity, its inspection is necessary: check the parts for fouling, prevent breakdowns, ensure there are no gas leaks, electrical problems or obstructed ventilation… So many points to check to avoid any incident during the winter. Generally, it is around the arrival of autumn that the complete examination of the device is carried out.
However, this year, many French people risk having the unpleasant surprise of seeing the amount of the bill be higher than last year. Around ten euros more, as we have seen The Internet user from several individuals. That is an increase of 5 to 10%. Total amount to be paid: around €150-170. Prices vary depending on the companies, regions and models checked, but this is the order of magnitude.
It is mandatory to have your boiler checked once a year. However, no fine will be issued if this is not done. However, in the event of an incident in your home, the insurance company may refuse to compensate you if the boiler is at fault and it has not been serviced by a professional in the previous year.