What type of Boiler

[halfajob]

I am going to have to replace the gas boiler in the kitchen some time this year, the present one supplies both hot water and central heating via a timer.

I would like to replace with one that supplies on demand ie, taps on, water on, and would like to get rid of the old copper tank thats lives in the bathroom directly above, I am confused with so many different types.

Also, would there be enough pressure to run a shower from it?

 

[simon]

That would be a combi boiler and electric shower then.The only problem with combi's is they are not suitable for heavy demands on hot water due to the fact they heat it on demand and also when they do get a demand for hot water it temporarily diverts it from the heating,so if you have several bathrooms and lots of kids a combi isn't for you

 

[breezer]

also because it is a gas appliance you have to get a corgi engineer to install it

 

[halfajob]

Thanks for your help. I've a family of 3 children but water usage is quite small and a shower would lessen the demand in one area. with all the talk of energy usege these days it's a serious option

 

[breezer]

you may also want to read this

tells you alot about combi boilers