Types of Boilers

Choosing The Right Boiler Type

Unless there are exceptional circumstances, it is now a legal requirement for all new and replacement boilers to be high efficiency condensing boiler types. These have reduced carbon emissions so are environmentally friendly, and will also save money on energy bills. Although such boilers tend to be slightly more expensive to buy, investing in them does mean that the money is recovered through significantly lower fuel bills of up to 40%* per year.

Choosing the right condensing boiler requires two key considerations; the size of your home, and your central heating and hot water requirements. The choices available are:

• Combi boilers – If your home is small i.e. a flat, then a space-saving combi boiler is likely to be the right type, as it does not require a hot water storage tank or cylinder.
• System boilers – A system boiler is a good option if you live in a larger home but do not have any loft space i.e. a bungalow.
• Regular or Heat Only boilers – Heat only or also known as Regular boilers are best suited to larger homes where hot water demand is higher, and there is ample hot water storage space.

Deciding what boiler is best for you can be confusing, however help can easily be found. British Gas who is Europe’s leading boiler installer will provide a FREE assessment of your home heating requirements, and recommend a boiler type to suit your needs. Simply book your FREE, no obligation home visit by calling 0845 3582303, and get advice on the right boiler to suit your needs.

Quick Guide To Choosing The Right Boiler

Below is an easy guide to the main considerations when selecting a new or replacement boiler. These should be used as a general guide only, and since a new boiler installation is a considerable investment, professional advice should be sought beforehand.

Call British Gas on 0800 327 7121 to book a FREE, no obligation home visit and get expert boiler advice that suits your needs.