Unsure what boiler you need?

Here’s a quick summary of the main points reagarding all the boiler types, our engineers can help advise you on what is best for you.

Combi boiler

A combi boiler requires no tanks in the loft or hot water
storage tank in the airing cupboard, it provides instant hot
water and heating from one appliance meaning you only pay
for what you use. Main consideration is usually the number of people living in the property and how often appliances will be used at the same time. Generally used in properties with 1 bathroom.

Pros

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It’s compact size means it can be adapted to fit almost aywhere in the property
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There’s no need for a hot water cylinder it frees up space.
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No cold water storage tank frees up space in the loft.
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Zero risk of pipework freezing
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Less piping, makes the istallation typically cheaper.
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Hot water is instant meaning you only pay for what you are using.

Cons

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If 2 appliances are used at the same time there will usually be a pressure drop.
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Depends on mains pressure heavily. You need to have good mains pressure for this type of boiler to work
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You can’t have a power shower as the water pressure is set by the boiler.

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Conventional

This boiler system is usually recommended for larger households as it can handle many hot water uses all at once, although it does need a big water tank so space should be a consideration.

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They allow for more than one appliance to use hot water at any one time.
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They still work well even if your pressure is low.
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They're easy to maintain as they have a simple design.
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Often compatable with older central heating systems.

Cons

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They don’t offer heat on demand - you have to wait for the water heater in the cyinder to heat up.
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You need the space for both a hot water cylinder and a water tank in the loft.
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Due to all the different parts tanks ect. the instalation can be more expensive

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Unvented

This option gives you the best of both worlds, combi and conventional. Just need to have the water pressure to accomodate it.

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Unvented systems are not reliant on gravity so the pressure is usually bettter.
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Removes the need for the cold water tank it he loft.
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A lot less chance of freezing.
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Often compatable with older central heating systems.

Cons

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If there’s no water supply you won’t have hot water.
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These systems are not always compatable with modern showers. We can advise you on this.

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We have a team waiting readily to answer your calls or messages. Drop us a note and we can give you all the infomation you need.

Expert Plumbing Advice

Frequently Asked Questions

I have a leak!! How do I stop it!?

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If you have a sudden leak the first thing you need to do is locate the mains stop cock. The most common places to look are:

in the kitchen sink cupboard, under the stairs, garage or boiler area. Lastly the mains shut off to the house generally at the end of your driveway, or on the walkway directly in-front of your driveway.

Once you have done this, please call us to assist you in a repair

I smell gas! What do I do?

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* Get fresh air immediately; make sure you open all doors and windows to ventilate the area.
* Turn off the gas emergency control valve (also called gas emergency shut off valve) at the meter, unless the meter is located in a basement or cellar or at the LPG bulk tank or storage vessels.
* Extinguish all naked flames and don’t smoke.
* Don’t operate electrical switches (including turning light switches on or off) because this can ignite escaping gas
* If you’re feeling unwell, visit your GP or hospital immediately and let them know you may have been exposed to carbon monoxide.
* Call us to send one of our gas safe professional emergency operatives to you
* Don’t turn the gas supply on again until it’s been checked by a gas safe engineer

in the kitchen sink cupboard, under the stairs, garage or boiler area. Lastly, the mains shut off to the house generally at the end of your driveway, or on the walkway directly in front of your driveway.

Once you have done this, please call us to assist you in a repair.

I have no heating or hot water! How quickly can my boiler be replaced?

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If your boiler is broken down and you are without heating and hot water, we will class this as an emergency and will aim to get your new boiler installed within 24 hours of acceptance of our quotation.

How long is the warranty on the boilers you supply?

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Our Boilers come with a range of 4-12 year Parts and Labour Warranty direct from the Manufacturer! Meaning you can rest assured that your new boiler is in safe hands, if you have any problems we are a phone call away to guid you on sorting the matter straight away.

What qualifications does your team have?

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. Gas safe registered
. H3 licence (safe installation of cylinders and unvented cylinders)
. NVQ 2-3
. Health and safety CSCS Card
. DBS check certificates
. RECC registered

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Unsure what boiler you need?

Combi boiler

Pros

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Conventional

Pros

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Unvented

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