Always think about space that is available when choosing your boiler. Take into consideration the associated cylinders, tanks and also the demands that will be put on the system. Look at energy rating labels and compare any differences in running costs that may affect your choice. Boilers are usually undergoe servicing quite regularly to ensure its efficiency with a requirement to meet building regulations as they must be installed by correctly registered engineers like Surbiton Plumbers.

Boilers can be powered by various types of fuel including oil, gas, LPG, solid fuel and of course electricity. The most common is gas, followed by oil and LPG for homes without gas.

Guide to different boilers:


a). Combination Boiler.

Known as “Combi” boiler this is a central heating boiler and multi point water heater combined. It delivers hot water from the cold water mains on demand to taps around the house. Saves lots of space as there is no tank or cylinder. Some boilers can store a little hot water in readiness for use. Most can be used with gas or LPG though oil fired options are also available.

b). Conventional Boiler.

Uses a heat exchanger to heat the water just like a gas ring under a kettle. Most conventional boilers will work with fully pumped open vented systems, with a few working with existing gravity hot water systems. A Surbiton Plumber is skilled and qualified to carry out boiler installations.

c). Condensing Boiler.

This type of boiler is designed so that returning water from the heating system cools the flue gases. Known as “High Efficiency Boiler” they work best with lower system water temperatures giving significant efficiency. These boilers are available for use with either gas, LPG or oil. Combi-Condensing boilers are available also.

d). Back Boiler.

Another heat exchanger situated usually behind a gas fire. These are older with no real possibility of fitting in new properties.