Home Repair Articles - Boiler Installation Tips And Advice


by CAROLYN CLAYTON - Date: 2010-08-18 - Word Count: 532 Share This!

If you feel that the time has come to upgrade your boiler to a newer more energy efficient design then you should take a moment to check out the following tips and advice. Boiler installation does not have to be a confusing process as long as you understand a little about the topic. Even before contacting an installation firm it can be useful to be aware of a few different considerations, this would help to ensure that you do not get ripped off in any way.

Remember that a boiler is a major cash investment, you should think about not just your present needs but also how these will change in the future. At the end of the day you would also be saving yourself potentially thousands of dollars a year by making the best choice for your exact needs.

Be certain that the designs you are checking out match exactly your requirements. If not you may end up increasing the amount of money you pay to your local utility company.

If you have done a quick search online for information on boilers you may have been left amazed at the sheer number of options now available on the market. There are three basic designs; these are regular, system, and condensing. Of these three it is the latter which is the most common design. Each would have very specific installation considerations that include different types of plumbing and space requirements.

It is useful to learn about the energy star rating and the overall efficiency of the boilers that you are comparing. Most manufacturers of boilers are well aware that today the public places a lot of emphasis on efficiency when choosing new home appliances. If your current model is only around fifty per cent efficient then switch to a new design that has an efficiency of above ninety per cent which will have a dramatic impact on your finances. Just think about what else you could spend the money you save on.

In all countries the installation of boilers is regulated by government rules and laws. In the US the firm you hire need to have Gas Safe certification, if not then you will be running a massive risk. When contacting an installer, also discuss how many similar systems they have installed as well as the number of people that will be present to do the work.

If you are unsure of their authenticity then carry out a background check online before agreeing to hire them. The net is an excellent place to find reviews of any boiler installation firm. Do not always opt for the firm that give the lowest quote or who can do the work the quickest. If a company is desperate for business you need to think about the quality of their work.

As long as you take your time when choosing a new boiler and a firm of installers you should not have any problems. In fact you should be left amazed at the way your home is kept warm and for less of a cost than previously. Northern Gas Heating - the UK's local supplier of new Central Heating Systems offering new boilers and Boiler Installation.


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