Pe-x coil pipe/Forroli 26he combi boiler.

[Jackthebiscuit]

Hello all,

I'm replacing my central heating system, kitchen and bathroom, so I'm replacing much of the plumbing also. A local supplier is pushing the Ferroli 26 HE combi boilers,, are there any views within the trade on how good/bad these boilers are.? Also, what's the general view in the trade of the Pe-x coiled pipe for domestic central heating/plumbing as opposed to copper.? I know the install will be quicker, and I like the idea of fewer joints and sweeping bends for less resistance, but are there major disadvantages of using this type of pipe as opposed to copper tube?

And finally, I'm thinking of using TRV corner rad valves, any views on this type of valve.?

Thanks in advance for any comments.

 

[Charnwood]

I'm thinking of using TRV corner rad valves, any views on this type of valve.?

Thanks in advance for any comments.

I'd like to know what one ois
Do you mean TRVs with push-fit elbows?

 

[mickyg]

A local supplier is pushing the Ferroli 26 HE combi boilers.

if you buy this boiler you will live to regret it, barge poles come to mind

what has your installer recommended?

 

[Jackthebiscuit]

No, they are used when the pipe is flushed into the wall behind the skirting board, and protrude from the wall into the back of the valve, rather than the more traditional way of into the bottom of the vale.

Some examples here :-

http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/items/__c...r+radiator+valves&geo_id=21&ff4=228459_228459

 

[mickyg]

those valves are ok, just make sure you get decent ones. I think Danfoss are the only recognised brand that make a trv version at the moment. Most of the ones on that link are cheap nasty cack, just like your boiler suggestion

 

[Jackthebiscuit]

those valves are ok, just make sure you get decent ones. I think Danfoss are the only recognised brand that make a trv version at the moment. Most of the ones on that link are cheap nasty cack, just like your boiler suggestion

Thanx,

I'll checkout danfoss valves.

And thanks for you comments on the boiler, tho it wasn't my suggestion, it was the suppliers suggestion, hence my inquiry here.

What boiler do you favour..?

 

[mickyg]

What boiler do you favour..?

Personally, ATAG, Vaillant and Glowworm. but you'd be fine also with Viessmann, intergas and baxi boilers.
I would avoid, Ferolli, ravenheap, heatline, J&S, Biasi, Ideal

 

[Jackthebiscuit]

Thanks Micky, much appreciated. I'll checkout the prices of the brands you have mentioned.

 

[Charnwood]

Some examples here

Every day's a school day. Never seen anything like those before.
Thanks.