Gas Boilers

Gas Boiler Types

Gas boilers are the most commonly used boilers in the UK. There are a few different types of gas boilers with Combi boilers being the most popular in the UK. Here’s a short description of these different gas boiler types that can help you decide which kind of gas boiler you want in your home.

Combi Gas boilers

Gas Combi boilers are very popular owing to their space saving benefits and the fact that they provide a constant flow of on-demand hot water and heating to your radiators as well as saving money on your hot water. They’re not bulky like conventional gas boilers so can fit into most kitchens or storage cupboards. They are also quite easy and straightforward to install since they have minimal piping.

With a Combi boiler hot water is always on demand since the water feeds directly from the mains.

One of the disadvantages of having a Combi boiler is that if you have more than one bathroom and use a few appliances at the same time, you may experience a decline in water pressure. You can get round this by avoiding the use of more than one appliance at a time.

System boilers

System Gas boilers are traditionally found in airing cupboards and work with a water cylinder. There’s no need for a cold-water storage tanks since the cold-water supply is pumped directly to the boiler, making it a great space saving option. They are economical since they provide hot water on demand without any need for a storage cylinder. Multiple taps can be used at any one time, so suitable for families that will be using the water in more than one place at a time. On the downside the hot water takes time to heat up and can also run out.

Conventional boilers

Conventional (or regular) Gas boilers are much bulkier since they are made up of both a cylinder and a tank. The boiler is separate from the hot water cylinder which is usually located in the airing cupboard. The hot water can be used simultaneously from multiple taps making it ideal for families and larger households with two or more bathrooms. They’re not ideal if you’re short with space since the cylinder also takes up space.

Boiler replacement and boiler maintenance

If your boiler is a bit on the old side, then it could be time for boiler replacement. You should opt for a boiler that is much more energy efficient. Modern boilers are condensing boilers which burn fuel much more efficiently. They have larger heat exchangers which mean that they lose less heat and hot gases up the flue and recover more heat. The heat that is recovered is then recycled and used to reheat water coming back into the boiler system from your radiators.

When you plan to replace your boiler there are a few factors to take into consideration such as fuel type. If your home has mains gas, then a gas boiler works out more cost-effective. If you do not have a gas connection, it might be worth checking to see if it is going to be worth your while to get one. A new boiler is a big investment so it’s important that you get it right. One of our heating engineers will be happy to guide you in the right direction and assist with your decision-making.

What type of boiler do you want and how much hot water are you likely to use?

You will also need to consider the type of boiler. Rather than the hot water coming straight from your boiler, the usual gas and oil boilers use a separate hot water cylinder to store hot water. Combi boilers do not need this separate cylinder. Although regular boilers are more efficient than combi boilers at producing hot water, some heat will escape from the hot water cylinder. This means that the combi boiler may be greater in its overall efficiency.

Another factor to take into consideration is how much hot water you are likely to use. A larger family may benefit more from a regular boiler whereas those using less water may benefit more from a combi boiler. If space is more of an issue, then combi boilers take up less space since they don’t have a hot water cylinder.

It is worth noting that solar water heating systems are not compatible with combi boilers if you are thinking about going down this route for your boiler replacement.

Water’s Edge offer a reliable, professional and reputable boiler replacement service and maintenance.

We offer competitive plumbing prices without compromising on quality. Our heating engineers are all fully trained and Gas Safe registered to carry out your boiler replacement. Every boiler we install includes a free two-year labour and parts guarantee. Most of the boilers we supply come with a five-year manufacturer’s warranty with the option to extend to 10 years. Our heating engineers take great pride in their work and always ensure that they work tidily leaving your place exactly how they found it. They will also take your old boiler with them should you wish them to. Our dedicated customer service team will follow up with you soon after to make sure that you are completely satisfied with your new boiler and our service.

Gas Boiler Installations and Boiler Maintenance

If your boiler is over 10 years old, it’s a good idea to plan for your boiler replacement. You don’t want it to stop working suddenly and need a boiler repair in the middle of winter. Water’s Edge are able to advise you on the latest models and carry out boiler installation for a new boiler at a time convenient to you, there’s never been a better time to do so.

Save money on your energy bills and minimise the risk of a breakdown this winter.

Having a new, modern, energy-efficient boiler installed will not only minimise the risk of a breakdown this winter, but it’ll also save you vast amounts on your energy bills. The latest condensing boilers are available as a combination or regular model. Combination boilers provide both heating and hot water on demand. Firing up when you turn on a hot tap, thus negating any need for a storage tank. A regular boiler, on the other hand, delivers your central heating on demand. However, it will only heat a quantity of water, which is held in storage until required.

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