Hi there,
I recently completed the purchase of my new home and one of the things I want to do is to update the boiler to a new combi-boiler. However, as a complete novice to all of this I have no clue as to what boiler would suit me best.
The property is an end of terrace house, split over two floors. In total there are 9 radiators, a very small cloakroom (basin + wc) and the main bathroom.
We are looking to get a decent amount of pressure / flow rate so that the shower will be somewhat powerful and hopefully the effects of turning on multiple taps does not completely drain the pressure.
I don't know if there are basic things to consider, or if literally I can choose any combi boiler I like. One of the boilers that looks ok (to me) is this one: http://www.plumbtraders.co.uk/product/baxi-duo-tec-33he-combi-boiler-pack/. Is Baxi a good / reliable make? We are looking to spend around £800-900 on a boiler.
The questions that I would be very grateful if you could answer are:
1) What are the typical things to look for in a boiler (i.e. what sets one model apart from another)?
2) Does a flow rate of 13.5 have a good amount of pressure for a shower (located on the floor above the boiler)?
3) I am interested in getting a wireless thermostat - Are they worth it and can any wireless thermostat work with any combi boiler?
4) Does having a higher pressure system mean that my pipes (any joints) are more likely to wear down quicker and induce leaks?
I have been quoted £550 to intsall the new boiler (labour only). Does that seem like a reasonable amount?
Finally, how do boiler warranties work - Does a Gas Safe engineer need to sign off the installation?
Thank you in advance for any help you can give!
I recently completed the purchase of my new home and one of the things I want to do is to update the boiler to a new combi-boiler. However, as a complete novice to all of this I have no clue as to what boiler would suit me best.
The property is an end of terrace house, split over two floors. In total there are 9 radiators, a very small cloakroom (basin + wc) and the main bathroom.
We are looking to get a decent amount of pressure / flow rate so that the shower will be somewhat powerful and hopefully the effects of turning on multiple taps does not completely drain the pressure.
I don't know if there are basic things to consider, or if literally I can choose any combi boiler I like. One of the boilers that looks ok (to me) is this one: http://www.plumbtraders.co.uk/product/baxi-duo-tec-33he-combi-boiler-pack/. Is Baxi a good / reliable make? We are looking to spend around £800-900 on a boiler.
The questions that I would be very grateful if you could answer are:
1) What are the typical things to look for in a boiler (i.e. what sets one model apart from another)?
2) Does a flow rate of 13.5 have a good amount of pressure for a shower (located on the floor above the boiler)?
3) I am interested in getting a wireless thermostat - Are they worth it and can any wireless thermostat work with any combi boiler?
4) Does having a higher pressure system mean that my pipes (any joints) are more likely to wear down quicker and induce leaks?
I have been quoted £550 to intsall the new boiler (labour only). Does that seem like a reasonable amount?
Finally, how do boiler warranties work - Does a Gas Safe engineer need to sign off the installation?
Thank you in advance for any help you can give!