After you have decided and bought a new boiler, installing the boiler is the next step to think about. Proper installation is indeed one of the most important parts when purchasing a new boiler. Even if you have spent a long time choosing a (potentially expensive) boiler that is incredibly Under Floor Heating energy efficient and has intelligent temperature sensors, that time and money will be wasted if the boiler is not installed correctly. An incorrectly installed boiler not only poses a potentially deadly hazard, it is also likely to be less efficient than a correctly installed boiler. Even if you think you’re saving money on a seemingly cheap installation price, you could end up losing money if your boiler isn’t running at peak efficiency or if you have to pay for someone else to come and do a “botched job”.
A specialist in the sale of heating boilers
If you buy your boiler from a boiler specialist, it is very likely that the price of your purchase will include boiler installation by one of the company’s specialist engineers. It’s worth paying a little more for a boiler if installation is included in the cost, as these installers are highly trained specialists who have expert knowledge of the types of boilers they will be installing. Knowing a great deal about the boilers they install and service , they should come to your home with all the necessary tools to have your new boiler up and running within hours.
If you decide to purchase a boiler where the initial purchase cost does not include boiler installation, you must try to find a reputable boiler installer that will fit your system. It’s a good idea to find a local installation company because if you have had problems with your boiler after installation they can easily return it to your property.
Always choose a boiler engineer who has a full list of qualifications and credentials and proudly displays those qualifications on their website. If you are having a gas boiler installed it is incredibly important to ensure that the technician you choose is qualified to work with gas as incorrectly installed gas boilers are incredibly dangerous. In the UK, boiler installers working with gas boilers are required to be on the Gas Safe Register, proving they have the necessary qualifications. Each technician in the Gas Safe Register has a unique code number and identification card and if you want to make sure your technician is Gas Safe you can actually ask them to show you their card and even visit the Gas Safe Register website to check theirs credentials. Never have a gas boiler installed by anyone who does not have genuine Gas Safe credentials. If the boiler is installed incorrectly or your property is damaged, your home insurance is unlikely to cover the cost of damage caused by unskilled labor.
Boiler installation facts
If you have just bought a new boiler, you need to arrange the installation of the boiler. If you bought your boiler from a professional boiler shop there is a good chance your boiler installation is included in the price of the boiler, but if you bought the boiler direct from the boiler manufacturer you may need to arrange for an independent installation.
If you find an independent engineer to install your new boiler, make sure they are properly accredited before they begin work on your boiler. If you are having a gas boiler installed it is important that the technician is fully qualified to work with gas. Having your boiler installed by an unqualified technician not only means the boiler may not run as efficiently as it is designed to, but a poorly installed boiler can also be very, very dangerous, especially when gas is involved. Once you’ve found an installation expert, they will most likely want to visit your home to assess the potential installation site so they can bring all the equipment needed when they come back to fit your boiler.
What type of boiler will be installed
The first thing to consider when arranging boiler installation is what type of boiler will be installed, as different types of boilers have different restrictions on location. While combi boilers are small enough to fit in most homes, open vent systems require enough space for two separate water tanks – one for cold water storage and one to hold the heated water. The cold water storage tank is usually located in the attic of a property. An open boiler system should be placed close to the tanks for maximum efficiency, while a combi boiler system is usually placed close to the main water sources it will be heating. If you are replacing an old water heater, it is most cost effective to install the new one where the old one was removed since most of the correct plumbing is already in place. If you are unsure of the best location for installing your boiler, discuss your ideas with an installer who can advise you on the best possible locations and any other restrictions you may have.
Having to have your old boiler removed before your new one is Under Floor Heating installed will cut off your hot water supply for a while, but the whole process usually takes less than a day, so it might not even affect your daily routine. As soon as a new boiler is installed and the installer has carried out all the necessary safety checks, you can start using the new boiler immediately. The installer can tell you everything you need to know to use your boiler as safely and efficiently as possible.
