Plumbing

My Boiler was fitted without an overflow pipe is this dangerous?

Anonymous user 09/03/2024 - 2.43 PM

Hello, I rent a property which was built 4 years ago. I had a recent gas safety check and the gas engineer issued the certificate. 3 days later I discovered water pouring out from underneath the boiler into the airing cupboard, which had been absorbed by my bedding and towels and had filled 2 x 100L toy boxes, which were underneath. The company who fitted the boiler came out shortly after and fitted a pressure relief pipe. I have a couple of questions - 1) Is it dangerous for there not to have been an overflow pipe (pressure relief) fitted? 2) Should a gas safety certificate have been issued when there is no overflow pipe (pressure relief)? 3) I have been offered compensation by the company that fitted the boiler, as I don't have any contents insurance, however it doesn't cover the damaged toys (electrical), or the bedding as it was covered in rust from the pipes. I don't want to cause a fuss, however do I have a leg to stand on? Thank you.