Why Terminal Screwdrivers Matter: Stop Damaging Your Boiler Controls

Why does the shape of your screwdriver tip matter? In the boiler room, even the smallest tools can make the biggest difference—especially when working inside tight controls, recessed terminals, and fragile plastic housings. In this Weekly Boiler Tip we break down:

• What a terminal style screwdriver is

• Why flared tips cause expensive control damage

• How recessed terminal screws should actually be accessed

• Real examples of damaged plastic from the wrong tool 

And much, much more. Safety notice: Always consult experts for complex repairs. Weekly Boiler Tips are compiled by the knowledgeable and remarkably prolific content creators at WARE, a family owned, third-generation, 69-year-old commercial and industrial boiler rental and service firm based in Louisville KY. You can learn all about this and more at WARE’s Boiler University.