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It might not have any sludge in it on day one but sludge can develop over time, so the only way to avoid sludge (and protect the heat exchanger) is regular checks and powerflushing when needed. So that means more expense compared to cast iron which can handle sludge. German boiler manufacturer...

Many thanks. That was my thinking. I am having a woodburner so that negates the need for a lot of gas usage. Never thought of the flue needing replacement. I only wanted it moving about 1.5 metre to the right into the corner of the room. So will have to give it some more thought.

I have an Ideal Mexico RS80 which is not igniting. The property has been empty for years so I suspect the gas valve has seized. My question is should I have the boiler repaired or have a new condensing boiler installed? My thinking is the old cast iron boilers will run until spares run out (and...