Combi Boiler:
Combination (‘Combi’) boilers serve as both a central heating boiler and hot water heater. There is no need for a water tank as hot water is provided direct from the mains. This saves a lot of space and saves also on hot water costs as well as giving hot water at mains pressure.
Regular Boiler:
A regular boiler forms part of a conventional heating system, linked to a series of tanks that feed the boiler and radiators. This system stores hot water so space is required in the loft and airing cupboard for tanks and you have to wait for the hot water.
System Boiler:
This uses stored hot water but, because the water is pumped from the boiler directly to the radiators and hot water tank, it is faster and more economical. Many of the components are built-in, thereby making it easier, quicker and more affordable to install.
Condensing Boiler:
A condensing boiler makes more of the energy it runs on, using heat usually expelled through the flue. This type of boiler makes your fuel go further, by converting over 90% of the fuel used, rather than only 50% in the case of some boilers, thereby saving money and helping reduce our carbon footprint.
Controls:
Controls can work alongside your high efficiency boiler to save more energy. You can control your hot water coming on and off and regulate the temperature in your home.
Building Regulations state that it is now a legal requirement to install a condensing boiler, unless an exemption certificate is obtained.
Condensing boilers dramatically reduce emissions of both CO2 and NOX (nitrogen oxide).
There are many natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and oil fired boilers available of varying specifications, together with controls including timers, programmers and thermostats.
We are happy to offer advice on which boiler is best suited to your requirements.
