Boiler Choices

There are a few considerations to make before you go ahead and purchase your new boiler, for example, what type or how big, and so on. There are quite a few variations of boiler designs on the market, so to pick the correct one is very important as it would be almost impossible to change easily should you make a mistake. Of course, the boiler has baggage of its own, like extra pipework or cylinders etc. Always study and compare the energy efficiency results for these boilers. Servicing and and maintenance is also a consideration, and also do they meet the requirements of the current building regulations. Any boiler installation should always be carried out by a professional corgi-registered professional like Finsbury Plumbers who are skilled and qualified to carry out these installations. These Boilers can operate with various fuels, including oil, gas, LPG, solid fuel and electricity.

Types:

Back:
The back boiler is a very old way of using a boiler for heating and water. The boiler normally sat behind a gas fire in the lounge and operated the same way as a heat exchanger does. A Finsbury Plumber is trained to work on this type of boiler.

Conventional:
The conventional type works with a heat exchange system. It provides the hot water in a similar way that a kettle sits on a cooker ring. Most of these boilers will work with fully pumped and open vented systems, and some also work with existing gravity hot water systems.

Combination:
This boiler is better known as the “Combi” boiler and works as a central heating boiler but also a multi point type of water heater. So it combines two functions.
It can deliver hot water from the cold water mains supply instantly to taps all over the home. A good option for homes with restricted space as it is not fitted with a cylinder or tank.

Condensing:
The condensing type of boiler was designed so that the water returning from a heating circuit was used to cool down the flue gases that the boiler produced. It is known as a high efficiency appliance and works better with water at low temperatures. This type of boiler design will work with all manner of fuel types
such as, gas, LPG or oil. A Combi-condensing boiler is also available.
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