What boiler
Getting the right boiler for your needs
We have been considering fitting an unvented system - they are now installed in most new homes, but is this a good option?
Why replace my boiler?
"Replacing a boiler, which is over 15 years old with a new condensing model will save you over a third on your fuel bills and reduce the emissions collectively responsible for climate change. There are an extensive choice of boilers from which to choose and requriements are based on your speicifc needs."
Is my inefficient boiler costing me money?
"By replacing your boiler with a more efficient model you will not only save money but you'll be doing your bit for the environment too. If everyone in the UK fitted a new high efficiency boiler the amount of CO2 saved would fill alomost 3.5 million hot air balloons!"
That would keep Richard Branson going.
What are the options out there?
Condensing combination boiler system
"The combination system is, by far, the simplest form of central heating system available.
"A combi boiler is two appliances in one - a pressurised central heating boiler and an instantaneous water heater.
"The main benefit of a combination boiler is that it heats water directly from the cold mains giving continuous hot water on demand to all taps at mains pressure with no need for any tanks. Water is only heated when required and is therefore usually more efficient and economical than a hot water storage cylinder which is part of a conventional system. However, hot water will normally only flow from one tap at a time and heat flow to radiators is interrupted whilst hot water is being drawn.
"Lincs Gas group recommends Worcester Bosch - they are the best.
Condensing conventional boiler system
"With this type of system hot water cannot be provided on demand but must be stored, usually in a copper cylinder (normally located in an airing cupboard) and a cold water tank above it (usually in the attic) as well as a smaller central heating header tank (also usually in the attic).
