Picking the right boiler for your home can feel overwhelming, but we’re here to make it simple. Whether you’re considering a combi, system, or conventional boiler, this guide answers the most common questions to help you find the best fit for your home, budget, and energy needs.
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Choosing a boiler
- Lower energy bills due to improved efficiency.
- Reduced repair costs compared to older models.
- Lower environmental impact.
The best boiler depends on your home size and needs:
- Regular boiler – ideal for larger homes with higher hot water demand.
- Combi boiler – compact and energy-efficient for smaller properties.
- System boiler – designed for homes with more than one bathroom.
Boiler size is determined by:
- Number of radiators.
- Hot water usage.
- Home insulation quality.
- Fuel type.
Consider:
- Boiler type (combi, regular, or system)
- Hot water and heating demand
- Available space
- Energy efficiency rating
- Instant hot water.
- Compact design.
- Cost-effective installation.
- Ideal for homes with limited space.
- If your regular boiler breaks down, the separate hot water cylinder makes sure you still have access to hot water.
- Due to the hot water being stored in bulk, the regular boiler is perfect for meeting the high water demands of busy homes, meaning you can use multiple bathrooms and hot water taps at the same time.
- For older homes with less energy efficient regular boiler systems, it tends to be faster, more cost-effective and less disruptive to replace with a newer regular boiler that will use the existing pipework and radiators, rather than switch to another type.
- Even if your home has lower mains water pressure, the conventional boiler will provide the same level of water flow, no matter how many taps and showers are being used.
- Due to the hot water being stored in bulk, the regular boiler is perfect if you have a busy home with a higher water demand – multiple bathrooms and hot water taps can be used at the same time.
- If you want to go one step further down the path of energy efficiency, the system boiler can be used alongside solar panels. They combine as a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way to heat your home.
- If you need the high hot water output of a regular boiler, without the space needed for the cold water tank, the system boiler provides a happy medium.