The Perks of a Modern Gas Boiler!

When my old back boiler burned its last, I hit the web to look at the 2 types of gas boiler that seemed more common:  System Boilers and Combination Boilers.

The first type of gas boiler I read up on was the System Boiler, which offers roughly around 90% efficiency, placing it in Band A or B.  These are the first and second best Band of boiler efficiency, meaning it is better for the environment AND your purse than say a Combination Boiler that typically sits at Band D.  Though this immediately placed the System Boiler higher up in my estimations, the playing field soon levelled out when I realised that the System Boiler typically carried with it a higher price tag than the Combination.  Back to square one!

I read that a Combination boiler does have quite a low water pressure rate, and the shower (for example) will run far slower if someone decides to start the washing up at the same time – not so good for a buys household like mine where we have 2 bathrooms and 4 people getting ready in the morning!  As the System Boiler is invented for larger properties like mine, they are made to satisfy a big demand for hot water drawn from more than one room, so there is no drop in pressure when someone in another room turns on a tap.  It was for this reason that the System Boiler won in the end.

Check out User Reviews When Shopping for Boilers

When I recently had a boiler disaster, my engineer was suggesting a whole host of boilers, but when I asked him to narrow down the one that he would choose, he said that Potterton Boilers would be his first choice. Having been in the business of manufacturing boilers for over 100 years, Potterton Boilers have racked up quite a reputation for themselves and has even won a “Which? Best Buy” award for 2 years in a row. This was all good enough for me, but I do like to have a little shop around, so I decided to take my friends advice and search online for user reviews of Potterton Boilers as opposed to promotional reviews meant to “talk them up”, so to speak.

The first review I found was by a boiler installer – the perfect reviewer, I figured. This one was singing the praises of the Potter Boilers and was claiming that they were “a joy” to install. That ticked one of my boxes. Another one I read from another boiler engineer said that the Potterton Boilers had a fantastic back-up service. User reviews ere varied, from love to mild-dislike, but no hate, which was a plus! It seems that these do tend to break down if fitted improperly, but using a reputable company with plenty of experience will sort that one out.

The main think I liked about Potterton Boilers was that they were very eco-friendly – so eco-friendly, in fact, that they had introduced a cutting-edge new solar panel to use renewable energy! With all my boxes ticked, I decided that Potterton Boilers were definitely the way to go, and had one installed. I even ended up with £50 cash back because I purchased one from the Potterton Promax range!

Back Boilers – Not for the Scrap Heap Just Yet!

The other day I went to see an old house that was up for sale at a cut-price because it required some extensive TLC. The letting agent showing me around mentioned that the house still ran on a BackBoiler, which intrigued me somewhat. Although seen by many as an extremely old fashioned style of boiler, Back Boilers actually contain some fantastic pros that are still relevant today.

For those of you who don’t know, Back Boilers were traditionally run on oil, gas or solid fuel and were fitted in a fireplace that heated a boiler behind it – hence the name “back boiler”. Now don’t be mistaken, just because Back Boilers are relatively old fashioned doesn’t mean that they aren’t efficient – on the contrary! And because they are situated behind a fireplace, they make good use of your home’s space and won’t intrude upon your kitchen or bathroom like a System or Combi – it’s all nestled in a little secret place. Perhaps the best thing about Back Boilers though is the cosy, homely atmosphere that comes with a solid fuel burning fire that many people day still absolutely love.

Of course Back Boilers aren’t without their cons – something this old is bound to have its ups and downs. The biggest (and saddest, in my opinion) one of course being that they are no longer installed, so when your Back Boiler does give up, it’s gone for good, so if you’re lucky enough to be blessed with an efficient and traditional little Back Boiler, make the most of yours while it lasts!

3 Reasons You Should Choose System Boilers

There is a lot of hullabaloo surrounding the advantages of a Combi-Boiler at the minute, so I thought it pertinent that someone should remember the advantages of System Boilers instead of writing them off as “space invaders.”

Inexpensive

System Boilers holds a small amount of water in its tank (usually a copper or light cast iron) which makes it extremely economical to your household. They reduce the amount of time it takes for the property to heat up because they pump hot water straight to the radiators, which also reduces your costs. Add all this to the fact that it is not only cheaper to purchase System Boilers but also to install them and you have a pretty economical boiler.

Water Flow Rate

The majority of System Boilers have a built in pump to deliver you with a fast filling bath and powerful showers and because there is a constant flow of hot water, you don’t have to worry about your water running cold if your significant other is doing the dishes!

Longer Lifespan

Of course, you can never really account for outside elements, but on average a System Boiler tends to last longer than any equivalent. Reports vary, but even just investigating online I came to the conclusion that they last at least 15 before any repairing needs to be done, and could last a lifetime after that.

When it comes to buying a boiler, don’t be put off just because System Boilers take up more room. This is probably the only thing that makes Combi-Boilers slightly more advantageous, but System Boilers aren’t just confined to being massive cylinders anymore! So for a reliable, inexpensive, long lasting boiler, check out the System Boiler, too.

The Perks of a Baxi Boiler

I have recently had one of the Baxi Boilers installed, and can’t believe I actually managed without one for so long!  You can imagine my joy when I came home from work to find my boiler had sprung a leak all over my kitchen floor and the engineer told me I needed a brand new one.  Although this was a total pain in the neck, part of me was a bit relieved, too.  The boiler I had was a Worchester Bosch I believe and it was always on the blink.  When I hit the search engines to get some insight into why they were always conking out, I found a DIY site where even the boiler engineers where going on about how much they hated REPAIRING them!  I asked the engineer what kind of boiler he recommended and one of them was the Baxi Boiler.

Baxi Boilers stem way back to 1866 and are one of the leading boiler manufacturers.  This, along with the fact that the parts are easy and cheap to get a hold of and install (according to Mike, the engineer!) along with them being very reasonably priced and coming complete with a 5 year warranty, I was convinced.  The only drawback for my own personal tastes is that the Baxi Combi boiler 105 – which is currently nestled snuggly in my kitchen cupboard – is band B rated, meaning it isn’t exactly the kindest to the environment.  But with the top energy efficiency band being an A, it isn’t far off!

3 Things to Consider before Investing in a new Boiler

Before you jump feet first into buying a brand new boiler, take a breath and consider some of the following before you pick the cheapest one you can find!

Types of Boilers

There are two main types of boiler – the Combi and the Open Vent.  Combi boilers (my personal fave) provide you with hot water as and when you need it without the assistance of a water tank, so not only do they take up less space but they also just heat whatever it is you need, so it’s not wasteful.  Open Vent (aka System) are set on a timer and do use a hot water tank.  These are perfect for families in a house big enough to accommodate the tank without it taking up valuable space.

The Price

The average price of a replacement boiler is around the £2,500 mark, but this can vary depending on what type of boiler you buy and who you choose to install it for you, of course.  Make sure you have a little shop around to make sure you get the best deal.

Maintenance

No matter how much you would like them to, boiler’s won’t last forever, and no one can convince you that yours will run perfectly during its time in your care, but making sure that you give the system a flush to reduce lime scale and things is essential.  Just get your engineer to use a chemical inhibitor.  (Write that down – it’s important!)  Some boiler parts are easier and cheap to obtain and install than others, too.

Taking these 3 factors into account should ensure that you get the best boiler AND it lasts well into your winter years!

Ariston vs. Ferroli - which is best?

When it came to replacing my boiler, I found a whole host of websites that offer both points of view on the two boilers recommended by my gas man, so it came down to simply this: Ariston Boilers vs. Ferroli Boilers.  It’s all well and good to search for the names of the boiler you have in mind, but upon doing so I found a huge number of sites purely singing the praises of these two boilers.  

The Ariston Boilers were very highly celebrated, with the ability to boast the highest band of energy efficiency possible!  Adding to that the fact that they have won several awards including Best Boiler, the ability to fit any central heating system – be it Combi, system or regular AND they carry a 2 year guarantee. It was all coming up roses!

When searching for Ferroli Boilers I found only praise for their heat outputs, an energy efficient A band, simple connection, 2 year guarantee and near-silent function - the Ferroli boiler seemed perfect, and I was again struck with the Ariston Boilers vs. Ferroli Boilers struggle!  But then my friend suggested I search the web for real reviews from real consumers.

I uncovered a whole trove of cons for Ferroli, which ultimately came down to the fact that it is extremely easy to break, with one disgruntled customer even stating that “the fan breaks if you so much as look at it!”  Ooh, harsh words for Ferroli!  On the other hand, I found it tough to find any negativity towards the Ariston, with even these real people with no obligation to say purely positive things praising the Ariston for their “faultless” design!  No prizes for guessing which boiler now sits in my kitchen!

Heatline vs. Keston

Unfortunately, I need to go through the palaver that comes with getting a brand new boiler, but after unleashing myself on the search engines, I have settled on 2 reputable boiler manufacturers.

The first is Heatline Boilers, who hold an extremely high reputation for making boilers that are both reliable and affordable – two boxes ticked already! I fancy a Combi boiler so that I will have more room in my kitchen, and Heatline provide Combi boilers that are extremely efficient and user friendly - perfect for an engineering-phobe like me! Their boilers also tend to be small and compact and claim that they are easy to install, which is fantastic because – though I am not the one installing the boiler myself, I like to live in a fuss and stress free environment. Another thing that attracted me to Heatline’s is that they come with a year’s warranty. With the night’s drawing in and the air getting chillier, this is more than enough time to sort something out if anything goes wrong.

Keston Boilers do offer Combi boilers, but with only one available – the Keston C36 I believe – I would be limited in choice, unlike with the Heatline Boilers. These too are compact, and Keston coming have an amazing feature that means that their boilers are less likely to shut down if left off for a period of time: the pump and fan are exercised via their control system. Because of this, I would be less likely to need their impressive 5 year warranty – far longer than Heatline, you’ll notice.

It didn’t take me very long to decide that the Keston was better for me, and I look forward to having a new, fancy little boiler.

The Perks of the Gas Fired Combi Boiler

You may think me a trifle bias in this area, but I absolutely love my gas fired Combi boiler!  To be honest, I didn’t even know the difference between a Combi boiler, system boiler or otherwise until I moved into a tiny flat and discovered a hefty great water tank where – in my humble opinion – my walk in shower should have been!  Not only was this taking up a huge chunk of my bathroom but it was also rather ugly and not very eco-friendly, my little hippy friend informed me.  The major drawback of a big water tank though was as simple as I wanted a bigger bathroom, so a Combi Boiler was suggested to me, and seeing as they work by taking cold water straight from the mains and heating as I needed it, there would be no need for a separate hot water tank.  I was sold!

The most adventitious part of this whole thing was that there was space enough in my kitchen for a little Combi boiler, and so the whole system was moved.  Don’t get me wrong, it wasn’t as easy as just taking it out and popping it somewhere else and involved some kerfuffle, but it was so worth it!  I now have my walk-in shower – extremely self-indulgent, I know! – and an up to date, extremely useful gas fired Combi boiler!  Win-win!

Alpha Boilers vs. Biasi Boilers: A Close Call!

When I came to get a brand new boiler, there was no doubt in my mind that I wanted a Combi, but when I got round to having a look online for what I thought would be an easy task, a whole host of different boiler companies presented themselves to me, and I managed to weed them down to two: Alpha and Biasi.

The plant that makes Alpha boilers are the biggest boiler making plant in Europe, which counted for Alpha as I assumed that must make them the best.  They also come at a very reasonable price – not exactly the cheapest but not the dearest either - and most of them come with a generous warranty that can even be extended, and I was led to believe that they have excellent warranty services that will send out an engineer at least the next day!  Their reliability reputation preceded them, and it was all of this combined that made Alpha stand out in my head.

Saying that, Biasi boilers have a fantastic reputation spanning 75 years and they are one of Europes leading manufacturers of boilers!  They can boast everything Alpha held and were also hailed as one of the cheapest on the market.  This being said, I found and overwhelming opinion that Biasi were perhaps a little too cheap, and decided that, on this occasion and with something as important as boilers (which you really don’t want to be ripping out more than once) I would pick the more expensive option and hope that this would ensure me quality.

The Perks of the Combi Instantaneous Boiler

Although perhaps not the most exciting subject to have a chat about, your choice of boiler is going to affect your daily life more than you may realise.  From the Combi Instantaneous Boiler to a System Boiler, you need to make the right decision.  Take my own boiler for instance – when I first moved into my current flat and stepped into the shower for the first time, I thought I’d hit the jackpot: the water pressure was amazing, the temperatures where spot-on and I could – and did – stand under it for far longer than necessary.  The heating was perfect, too – heating my radiators extremely quickly with just one touch of a button.  Mine is a Combination boiler, which means that it generates hot water instantly for both your taps and central heating simultaneously whenever you need it, so no space-invading water tank to cut your kitchen or bathrooms size in half!  Not only does it push all the necessary buttons to make me as comfortable as possible, it is much more energy efficient – I learned, after a quick search engine session – than a system boiler (the water tank type) because system boilers generate a lot of heat loss and Combi’s don’t, thanks to their instantaneous hot water that doesn’t require a massive copper tank.  This appealed to the little hippy within me, making me feel secure in my carbon footstep karma! 

If I had to point out one disadvantage, it would be the flow rate reduction I experience if I – for example – try to run a bath while the washing machine is on.  This can be a slight annoyance, but in the grand scheme of things, it’s far overshadowed by the pros of the little Combi boiler number!

It’s a Tough one: System Boilers vs. Ariston Boilers

If you’re shopping around for a new boiler – something you hopefully won’t have to do more than once in your lifetime – it’s a good idea to get to grips with the different choices available to you out there.  If you’re anything like me, you won’t have the first clue of the pros and cons of boilers, and it wasn’t until I needed to replace my own that I did a bit of research on the subject.  It was then that I started to take a look at System Boilers vs. Ariston Boilers.

The boiler I needed to replace was a System boiler – AKA. ‘closed’ or ‘sealed system’ boiler – which basically stores hot water, meaning you need an airing cupboard for the tank.  Now, whilst this is a fantastic choice for those of you with lovely big houses, it’s not so good in a one bedroom flat (as it was in my case) so if you ever get the chance to replace your system boiler, it’s a good idea to have a look at the other options available to you.  Because of my lack of knowledge on the subject, I hit the search engines, and came up with what looked like a good little deal – an Ariston Boiler.  Ariston make gas boilers in the form of the aforementioned system boilers, but they also provide Combination Boilers, which are perfect for smaller homes and provide hot water for your taps and baths as and when they’re needed – hence the name and the fact that they don’t require a stored hot water facility.  Perfect for my little flat, which now has a slightly bigger bathroom!  

Worcester Bosch Boilers top class!

When I moved into my new house, the last thing I was checking was to see if I had a Worcester Bosch Boiler.  But, after a few weeks living in my new flat, I noticed that my boiler was far more efficient than the one at my old flat.  My hot water was lasting longer, the heating somehow made the house a lot warmer.  It was much better, so one day I wondered why my heating service had improved so dramatically.  When I checked, it turns out I had a different brand and size of boiler and I now had a Worcester Bosch.  Well now I could run a bath and then my flat mate could run one straight after me.  This was something we were not able to do previously!

So the main point is, if you are able to pick a replacement boiler, try and pick a Worcester Bosch.  They have a huge range of different boilers to suit most household sizes and shapes.  They are top of the range and really concentrate on getting the most out of your hot water.  Some boilers tend to waste the heat in the surrounding air, but these boilers make the most out of the heat and leave your house warm and cosey.  The boilers are top of the range and provide you, the user with a lot of control and flexibility.

So if you have a busy household, get your heat from a Worchester Bosch boiler!

Saunier Boilers vs. Condensing Boilers

As I lived in my last flat, I noticed that my Gas and Electricity bills were a lot more reasonable than when I had been a student and paying ridiculous amounts.  One day there was a problem with the boiler and someone came out to fix it.  It was at this point the worker told me I was lucky to have a Condensing Boiler which was much more energy efficient and better for the environment.  I was quite happy that my boiler was helping me do my bit for global warming.  I looked into it and realized that my Condensed Boiler was reaching  90% levels of efficiency which in comparison to years gone by where boilers would struggle to get 50 %, is fantastic.

I recently bought my first property and was hoping that it would be a condensed boiler I’d be met with, but instead it was a Combination boiler made by Saunier.  The boiler is good in terms of keeping the heat for when I need to use it and keeping my monthly cost relatively low, but I had grown to the idea of using an energy efficient boiler.  I checked online and Saunier don’t do Condensing boilers.  In the end, I made the choice to replace my boiler for a Condensing one.  These boilers are dominating modern-day boiler manufacturing and I want to continue to be a part of it.  So, unfortunately until Saunier produce condensing boilers, I won’t be using their brand.  

Boiler Insurance - Why you need it

When you move into a new flat, there are lots of things to remember.  Have you packed everything? Did you remember to change over your Broadband and Sky subscriptions? One thing most people don’t realize is the importance of Boiler Insurance.  When you move into a property, you don’t know the history of your boiler.  I mean, the previous owner is hardly likely to tell you any mass problems.  If you take out boiler insurance with British Gas, it means that you can call out a dedicated team to repair your boiler as many times as you need to within the year.

British Gas’ cover means that you don’t need to worry about paying massive amounts of money to get your boiler repaired.  A boiler repair can cost hundreds of pounds depending on the issue.  You can be re-assured with the cover that there will be no bill to pay after it’s been fixed.  The best part is that if your boiler is less than seven years old and is impossible to fix, British Gas will replace it for you at no extra cost.  Remember, with this cover you can have as many repeat callouts as you need and you’ll not have to pay any money for the repairs.

If you want some extra re-assurance you can include the HomeCare plan which includes an annual boiler service for only £10.50 a month for the first year.

If your boiler isn’t covered get boiler insurance today, it could save you a fortune. 

Back Boilers v. Heat Only Boilers

In music there’s the eternal debate of who was the King, Elvis or Michael Jackson, in football it’s Manchester United or Arsenal, but in Gas terms, its Back Boilers or Heat Only Boilers.  This entry will look at both and see which one’s up to scratch.

Back Boiler

The back boiler had gone out of fashion but it’s recently received a rejuvenation.  The back boiler is often found in a dated property and sits in the chimney.  It’s more than capable of fulfilling your heating needs for central heating and hot water.  Because older properties aren’t allowed to change from a back boiler and instead must get a modern one, they’ve come back into style.  The boiler can cope with the many demands of a household with a number of hot taps being used at the same time and there’s no need to take up space in your kitchen with a massive boiler.

Heat Only Boiler

This particular boiler is pretty old fashioned.  It takes up a fair bit of space in your house.  It can provide heat for your radiators directly and produce hot water through its cylinder.  It’s great for larger houses, it has a bigger tank so you get more hot water taps being able to be used.  The downside to this boiler is there’s a limit on the amount of water you can use and it wastes some of its energy.

Example of A Heat Only Boiler

If you are able to choose, the Back Boiler has far more benefits,  so it’s a no brainer, the Back Boiler is the winner.

Condensing Boilers are the best kind

Since we are living in the era of global warming and how important it is to our environment, it’s no surprise that one of the main places we could start making changes are with our gas and electricity. When your boiler packs in, you go ahead and get a replacement boiler. The newest trend, however, is a Condensing Boiler. It’s something that you probably wouldn’t think about when you get a new one but choosing a condensed boiler can not only help you, but can also really help the environment as well.

A Condensed boiler can benefit you financially because it can save you money on your Gas bill; however, it is a great technology and has alone allowed boilers to make dramatic leaps forward in terms of efficiency levels, in a time of increasing energy concerns. In a time, where we’re all eco-aware, a Condensed boiler stops us from using more fuel than is necessary and in turn helps the environment. So, the next time you need to replace your boiler, it’s best to go with a condensing one. These are the boilers of the future. Not Only can it save you money, which if we’re honest, is our primary concern. But, also being able to do are part for the environment and try to conserve energy through these boilers is a small step. But, if we all take notice and make this change, it could have wonderful results on our environment and ultimately our future.

New gas boilers

There’s nothing more frustrating on a cold winter night, when you have the heating up full blast, feeling all cosy and your boiler packs in. This is what happened to me last winter. Our Gas Boiler had been acting tempremental for a while, but with other things like Christmas presents, nights out and bills, there was no rush to fix it. Then one week before Christmas, on a horrendously cold night, the boiler broke. We couldn’t get any heating or hot water. When we called out Gas supplier, we were able to get a new boiler fitted, just before Christmas at such an expensive cost, I won’t write it on this blog. The lesson of the story is, if your boiler packs in, get it replaced when you can, otherwise it will stop working completely one day and you’ll need to pay an astronomical amount to have it replaced.

British Gas are offering a fantastic deal at the moment on Gas Boilers, that could save you tons of money. You can trade in your old boiler and replace it with a new one and save up to £400! This will come in very handy when the other option is in the future to pay well over £400 to get it replaced if your current boiler breaks down completely. The other benefit to replacing your boiler is that with a new high efficiency boiler you could see your bills go down and save you up to £225 a year! Plus with a new boiler, it’ll be low in emissions, so you’ll be helping the environment as well.

Trianco boilers: A Complete Guide

With most lesser gas boiler brands trying to sell low-quality boilers through strong marketing campaigns, there are trusted brands in the market that really make a mark among consumers. Trianco boilers is one such brand, it strives to give value to quality coupled with affordability. With most households looking for an affordable boiler that functions smoothly and efficiently, Trianco is gaining popularity as one of the top choices in the UK market today.

What makes Trianco a good choice as a gas boiler for your household is the fact that it has a wide range of gas boiler types that can cater to every domestic situation. There are more than ten Trianco models out in the market today, and each of these models are rated A or B by SEDBUK. Aside from this, Trianco gas boilers can be mounted in different areas of the house; on the wall, on the floor, and outside of your house. The manufacturers of these boilers have used the latest condensing boiler technology so that most of the boilers are energy efficient and very economical; just what every household needs. For households looking to purchase an oil-fired boiler, Trianco has one. In terms of boiler installation, you won’t have any difficulty installing a boiler by Trianco. Plus, it has a very compact size. When it comes to price Trianco has a wide range of boiler that will surely fit every budget because everything is affordable.

Get the best gas boiler with Trianco and you won’t have to worry about the durability of your boiler for a long time.

Alpha Boilers: Tested Through Time

If you’re looking to replace your old boiler or you need a new one for your home, never settle for anything less. Always look for gas boilers that have earned the distinction of being top quality and durable products and you can only find all these in Alpha boilers. Compared to other gas boilers, the Alpha line of boilers has been tested through time and proven to last a long time. This equipment will be a very good investment for you and your family.

With boilers by Alpha, you won’t have any difficulty in finding the boiler type that will suit your family’s needs. They have the regular boiler, the system boiler, and the combination boiler, depending on your needs; you’ll be able to choose from their wide range of products. Of these three boiler types, the most in demand for household use is the combination boiler because it is economical. Compared to the regular boiler, which stores hot water, combination boilers need only to boil the water if it is needed. The combination Alpha boiler is classified into three main types too, and one particular type, the CDC range has four models.

All Alpha made boilers are manufactured with the highest regard for quality and durability. Aside from its functionality, each Alpha boiler is awarded with an A rating in SEDBUK, and these boilers sport a clean design. Most of all, these boilers are manufactured with a focus on customer satisfaction. It is light, energy efficient, and environment friendly, making it the top boiler choice for most households in the UK.

Ferroli Boilers: The Safest Boilers in the UK

Ferroli boilers are one of UK’s finest cooking materials. They had passed so many cooking reviews from known UK critics. Ferroli is an Italian brand which made their first boiler in 1958. Since then, they had been on the top of the boiler industry in Europe. They had offered so many innovative heating materials such as the Ferroli Optimax boilers and Ferroli Maxima boilers.

According to one review, after extensive tests, these particular boilers are found efficient. They concluded that Ferroli provides boilers that are very easy to install, it has an air polluting NOx emissions, with helpful features like timer, temperature controls and status display. The most important feature is their safeness.

In the past, boilers had been the cause of so many injuries and maladies. There is what we called boiler explosion. It is the catastrophic failure of a boiler. It may be caused by the over-pressure in the pressure parts or the over-heating of the device managing the heating. What’s good with Ferroli is that they are known to provide the safest boilers in the world—it is actually on the top of their priority list. They don’t want to cause any harm to the consumers who support their product.

This is good news to UK people because for the past few years our nation had been bombarded by fire incidences which fatally put our people to chaos. According to the records released by the Department for Communities and Local Government, there were 321 fire fatalities between April 2010 and March 2011. So if you want to be safe, Ferroli is the brand of choice for your home’s boiler.

Ariston Boilers: The Heaven-Sent Fire Saver

There is a beautiful man’s creation that can help prevent fire fatalities. It is the new Ariston boilers that implemented the automatic shutoffs and more safety-related systems. However, you may ask: why do we need these boilers?

Nowadays, fire incidents are increasing year after year. Actually, the rate dropped this year but it doesn’t mean that fire in UK should be underestimated. The Department for Communities and Local Government released last 24 June 2011 the latest National Statistics about the fire-related occurrences in England. The said incidents happened between April 2010 and March 2011. According to this statistics, there were 321 fire fatalities. 212 of these are caused accidentally. Though these records are lower than the records of 2009 to 2010, still it is fire that can kill thousands of people.


There are many causes of fire. It may have been caused by accidents or carelessness. Some incidents were because of faulty electrical wirings; over-heated lamps, toasters and some other old appliances; it can also be the heating system of the house or children playing with matches and other fire ignition materials. Moreover, one of the major causes of fire in UK is unattended stoves and other careless cooking incidents. This deems it necessary to buy the boiler made by Ariston. Aside from its safety system, this cooking stuff is also a space saver because of its diminutive built. However, though it is small, it doesn’t mean that it cannot perform with excellence. This heaven-sent material is made to feel you safe and give you the most superb cooking experience. In the end, whenever you are planning to re-stuff your kitchen, include to your list Ariston—your safest boiler at home.    

Why Choose Keston Boilers

If you’re trying to decide on the most suitable boiler for your home or establishment, you should trust only in the best. When it comes to manufacturing high quality boilers using the latest 3rd generation technology, nothing beats the Keston brand. Having been in the industry since 1928, every Keston boiler is manufactured with the consumer’s convenience in mind. It was in 1994 that they manufactured their first boiler and from then on, they became one of the most popular brands for boilers.

Each of Keston’s range of boilers is suited to fit every need, and it is considered as one of the most efficient boilers today. Their units are also easy to install and they come in different sizes to fit small or large households. Keston is most popular for its different ranges of boilers including the C40 condensing boilers, the C36 Combi boilers, and the Qudos boilers. All of their boilers are rated A by SEDBUK, which stands for Seasonal Efficiency of Domestic Boilers in the UK. An A rating means that their boilers provide top-quality performance with a very low rate of Nox combustion.

When choosing a perfect boiler for your household, make sure to pick one that’s big enough to heat the whole household. Since all boilers manufactured by Keston are energy efficient, it won’t add up too much to your bills. Plus, it’s also environment friendly. The greatest advantage of choosing a boiler by Keston is that it is high quality at a very reasonable price. Depending on the range model, you’ll be able to save on your budget if you choose Keston. 

Save Big on Glow Worm Boilers

If you’re thinking of getting a new boiler for your household, get a Glow Worm boiler. Glow Worm has been heating UK homes for more than 70 years now and it still continues to provide reliable and sturdy boilers. Glow Worm boilers are very much in demand because of its superior designs and high quality performance.

Glow Worm makes four different kinds of boilers, the combination, open vent, system, and system store boiler. Each of these boilers has different types to ensure that every consumer’s needs are answered. Combination boilers are appropriate for small and medium-sized households because it is energy efficient and it is relatively easy to install, which is very convenient for the consumer. Compared to the first boiler type, an open-vent boiler is more suited for larger households and Glow Worm manufactures two types of open vent boilers. Like the open-vent boiler, the system store boiler is much more suited for bigger households because of the large capacity of hot water it can hold. Of the four types of boilers manufactured by Glow Worm, the system boiler is the most efficient and because of this, it is even cheaper than other boiler models and it is easier to install.

With Glow Worm’s continued effort to bring only the latest boilers to its consumers, it has come up with Clearly Hybrid. An all-in-one package that includes a heat pump and hydraulic module, and it can go with any of your existing Glow Worm boiler to save on energy.

If you plan to buy a new boiler, visit Glow Worm because you’ll never worry for a long, long time.

Reasons to Have Heatline Boilers at Home

I have been looking for a boiler at home and a friend suggested that Heatline Boilers are really good. He told me that Heatline has good reputation in UK because of its quality and affordable combi-boilers. I started to research about Heatline and discovered that not only are their boilers affordable but energy-efficient as well. I have always been concerned about the atmosphere as I want my kids to breathe clean air when they grow up so this is really a big plus for me.

I continued to read more review about Heatline combi-boilers and discovered that they are very easy to install and maintain. They are very ideal to use at home. During winter months, it can easily provide you hot water for bathing directly from the main supply. Now, I don’t have to worry about having a separate water tank to heat my water. This will save me money as well as huge space at my basement.

Heatline combi-boilers are very efficient. They help homeowners save on energy costs. The Solaris and Soluxe models are highly efficient. They both have 98% energy efficiency and have A ratings from the Seasonal Efficiency in Domestic Boilers in the UK. The Vizo and Capriz models have B ratings. With their affordable prices and efficiency, I was decided to buy the Solaris boiler for my home.

Upon receiving the boiler, I was proud to make a very good purchase. It felt like I was contributing to the earth’s protection in my own way. Further, it didn’t give me any hassle during my first usage. It was easily installed and operating it was very simple too.

Be Environmentally Responsible with Viessman Boilers

It is no secret that making use of boilers for heating purposes emits harmful gases in the atmosphere. Because of this, the earth’s ozone layer is severely damaged which has gotten scientists very concerned about the future of the world. Viessmann Boilers UK has recognized such problem so they make sure that all their boilers are energy efficient.

Viessmann knows that it is the responsibility of boiler manufacturers to create highly efficient heating solutions that will be safe for the environment and at the same will protect it for the future. CO2 emissions contribute greatly to global warming and it is endangering the lives of every human being. To provide a solution to this growing problem, Viessmann UK makes use of innovative heating technology that will produce efficient heating as well as reduce energy consumption.

Customers of Viessmann will also be acting responsibly and contributing to the betterment of the atmosphere. Through using boilers made by Viessmann, they are lowering emissions, saving renewable energy as well as cutting down energy costs. This is truly an innovation in heating systems which make Viessmann UK a company with a commitment to providing products with high standards.

There are people who are very hesitant in replacing their old heating systems because of the cost. But what they do not realize is that the older the heating system is, the more it puts the atmosphere in jeopardy. It emits more CO2 gases in the air and consumes more energy. This is the time to take action and protect the world for future generations. There is no better time to buy Viessmann heating systems than now.

Chaffoteaux & Maury boilers – the renewable energy scheme

Chaffoteaux & Maury boilers provide a range of products, including condensing gas boilers, water heaters, and cylinders. However, they also provide heat pumps and solar power heat systems.
Those who buy or who are thinking of buying a Chaffoteaux & Maury boiler in their renewable energy range might want to hear about the government’s plans to give substantial grants to homeowners. They want to encourage people to use renewable energy systems in the home, and so these grants will be awarded to those that need it most.

The grants cover everything from biomass boilers (wood pellets) to air and ground pumps, to solar panels. The scheme will cost the government £15 million, and it is hoped that this money will go to about 25,000 households. The government have some very specific rules to trying to get the grants, however. The house needs to be using oil or electric fires to keep homes heated, and are therefore spending the largest amounts of money in keeping their homes warm.
The grants will be given to households in England, Wales and in Scotland. However, northern Ireland has been left out of the grant scheme. This is because 70% of Northern Ireland’s homes are heated by oil, and therefore would make the whole scheme not economically viable. The grants can go up to £1250, although this is only for a ground source heat pump. If households want a biomass boiler they can get £950 for that, and £850 for an air source heat pump. The smallest amount that can be given is £300 for a solar thermal heating panel.
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Saunier boilers offers support

Saunier boilers makes a wide range of products, targeting the homeowner who wants to keep their house heated and their energy prices down. Of course, if you are going to be buying a new boiler than you probably aren’t a boiler engineer. Sometimes it can be frightening to see the engineer who is installing the boiler leave, as you realise you are on your own looking after your boiler. Although you might get it regularly serviced, and have a good model that will hopefully not break down instantly, incidences can happen.

Saunier, like a number of boiler manufacturers, therefore provide some help and support in case things do go wrong. Their website has a number of frequently asked questions and clear answers to help you with some problems or queries you might have. It might not be a problem, of course, just a general question. Sometimes a light blinks on that hasn’t blinked on before, and although there is nothing wrong you just want to know what it means.

Saunier also answers questions about building regulations and how to get the most from your boiler. And if there are any major problems, they offer a service plan to help you to get it resolved as quickly as possible. This is something that many manufacturers are now doing, and some can be extremely reliable and helpful.

Others might not be so helpful, so you need to do your research to see whether your soon-to-be boiler manufacturer is good at keeping their word when it comes to after sale service.
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Heat only boilers good for green homes

If you want to build a green home, or make your existing home green, heat only boilers are a good way to getting over the tricky problem as to what you are going to install. Heating your home is one way to quickly make your home have a high carbon footprint, and make your bills a nightmare. To avoid this you need to choose an energy efficient boiler. By choosing a boiler that is suited for your home, is energy efficient, and can be regularly serviced, you are going a long way to making heating your home more green.

Boilers that are heat only provide a great way to heat radiators in your home. They suit larger homes best, as there they need quite a bit of space for installation. If you have a larger home then, they are perfect, allowing you to have hot water at multiple sources throughout your house. Boilers that are heat only have, however, only recently turned green. The cylinders that make up an integral part of the system can often be lacking in insulation, making the efficiency plummet and your bills increase.

However, a new range of high efficient and green heat only models have been recently designed and sold by a number of boiler manufacturers. With these models focusing on making the boiler as efficient as possible, they are your best bet if you are wanting to be green in heating your home and use a boiler that is heat only.

Is a system boiler good for your home

If you are planning on buying system boilers, just like any type of boiler, you need to establish whether it is suitable for your home. Some homes suit some boilers, which may not be beneficial for other types of homes.

A boiler can be unsuitable for a home on many different levels. For example, some boilers suit small homes. Combination boilers are great for small homes or flats, as these typically don’t have multiple numbers of bathrooms. They are also great if you are short on space, as the ‘combination’ element of the boiler means they are certainly more compact, without the need for a loft tank. Hot water in on-demand for combination boilers, which obviously works best if you aren’t putting them under constant strain from a big family or high water demands.

On the other hand other boilers are suitable for bigger homes, and larger families. A system boiler can be included in this bracket. Just because you have a bigger family or larger home does not mean you want loft space taken up, and this kind of boiler works with that need to make a boiler that can work at multiple outlets but still not need to have a tank in the loft. Instead, a tank is only needed for an airing cupboard, which means less space is taken up. So this type of boiler would be suitable for a home where there might often be the situation of someone having a shower and another person washing up.

A system boiler, like any type of boiler, needs to be suited to the home it is going to be fitted into. Try to do some research to establish what sort of boiler is best for your home before deciding.

Combi boilers and energy prices

Another year, another energy price rise. Combi boilers are one of the many new energy-saving devices that are once again being praised for helping to lower energy prices in households across the UK.

Bills will rise this year for many, as energy suppliers find the wholesale costs that come with buying from the global energy market a struggle to keep up with. Many companies are rising their gas and electricity prices, so it will be difficult to not be affected this year. If you do find yourself affected, however, there are ways to alleviate the pain to your wallet.

One of these is to fit an energy efficient combination (also known as ‘combi’) boiler. Boilers are one part of the house that are instrumental to your energy bills. If you have a boiler that is faulty, inefficient, or broken down, then you can see your bills start to peak with few results to show for it. Having an efficient boiler, then, should be at the heart of every plan to get your bills down in these times of hiking energy prices. Look for boilers that are SEDBUK (Seasonal Efficiency of Domestic Boilers in the UK) ‘A’ rated. This means that they are the most energy efficient they can be, and will therefore help to save you money in the long run.

So there are a number of different ways of keeping energy bills down in these current times of high prices. One of the major ones is having an energy efficient boiler, and one great example is a combination boiler.

Condensing boilers and becoming green

Condensing boilers, like other types of energy efficient boilers, are becoming part of the ‘being green’ revolution in boilers. It is not just an ethical, political or ideological belief that drives people to go green. Sometimes it can be purely for financial reasons.

Going green is not all about saving the planet, although of course that is one of the major and best impacts that behaving in a green way can have. However there are many people that enter into it as a way to save money, and find themselves very successful in doing so. Putting in insulation, making sure that taps aren’t left on, unplugging electrical equipment and turning things off standby are all great ways to turn green.

The one way you can really impact upon your bills, however, is to get an energy efficient boiler. One of the most efficient types is a condensing, gas, combination boiler. These boilers are extremely energy efficient, because they use the heat that is produced as the fuel is being burnt. Their thermal efficiency is often rated around 98%.

Having a SEDBUK (Seasonal Efficiency of Domestic Boilers in the UK) ‘A’ rated boiler means having a boiler that is at the extreme end of energy efficiency. It was developed by the Government’s Energy Efficiency Best Practice Programme, encouraging manufacturers to make it simpler to grade their products according to energy efficiency, which in turn pushes up the number of manufacturers who are concerned with creating energy efficiency products. Condensing gas boilers are one category that regularly feature in the A rating, making them a great boiler to purchase if you wanting to turn green in the home, for whatever reasons.

Schemes for replacing boilers such as back boilers

Back boilers can be difficult to replace, but there are a new wave of schemes being introduced right across the UK to make sure that everyone can replace the boiler that they have – regardless of type – with a newer, more energy efficient one.

Recently a scrappage scheme was announced for England by the government, and similar schemes are now to be introduced in Scotland and Northern Ireland by their respective governments. The Boiler Scrappage Scheme in Northern Ireland was started recently as a pilot, to try to help households with costs towards replacing old, inefficient boilers with new energy efficient ones.

Up to 1300 households could benefit, and households who apply will need to have a boiler that is over 15 years old, want to switch to a renewable energy heating system, or want to switch to mains gas from oil. It is also aimed for those over 60 and who are on state benefits.

A similar scheme has been started in Scotland by the Scottish government, and it hopes to allow 6000 households to receive money that could go towards the cost of a new boiler. Those who qualify will have to have a boiler that converts under 70 per cent of fuel to heat. Not only will this help to make homes in Scotland more energy efficient, it will help to lower people’s fuel bills over a period of time. It is clear from this new set of energy schemes that governments across the UK are interested in getting homes not only more energy efficient, but helping homeowners along with this aim.

Regular boilers need regular serving

Regular boilers are like any other kind of boiler: they need regular servicing to make sure that they are kept in top condition. Without this, your boiler could be at a higher risk of breaking down or of running at a lower efficiency.

Of course most modern boilers that you might have bought in the past few years or intend to buy in the future will be made to the highest standard (if you buy in the right place and from a good manufacturer). Still, boilers are prone to problems, particularly due to seasonal variance. These sorts of problems and break downs can be exacerbated by irregular servicing.

Some boiler insurance policies might not even pay out on your insurance if you have not had your boiler regularly serviced. This servicing could be provided and sought from the manufacturer of your boiler. Your energy company might also provide a service for you. Just a few enquiries could see your boiler, whatever type, regularly serviced and looked after by a professional. This would, however, benefit you in the long run as it would keep down the costs of having to replace or get your boiler fixed in the future.

It’s not just regular ones that need servicing, obviously. Any kind of boiler you can imagine would benefit from regular servicing, whether it’s a state of the art renewable energies boiler or a conventional back boiler. Whatever kind of boiler you have, investing in servicing of it will be a great help for its longevity.

Saunier vs Viessmann boilers

When comparing Saunier vs Viessman boilers, it is important to keep in mind that today boiler manufacturers are very different to how they were a number of years ago. Now, with new energies and expanding markets, boiler manufacturers are very diverse in their offerings.

With Saunier vs Viessman boilers, it is easy to see that both do similar things in most ways. They both have a large range of products, each with their own different specialities. For example, Viessmann boilers has more outside of the traditional boiler models. For example, they sell solar systems and biomass boilers. These are new technologies that can be used alongside existing or more conventional boiler systems in the home.

Saunier have a range of combination boilers as well as a number of system boilers. These are two of the most popular boiler types, and so their models reflect the demand of homeowners to have the best efficiency possible. In their system boilers range they have the ThemaClassic F18E, and the ThemaClassic F30E. Their high efficiency, condensing combination boilers include the Thema CONDENS Range, the IsoTWIN CONDENS Range, the IsoFAST CONDENS Range, and the Semia CONDENS Range.

When looking at Saunier vs Viessmann boilers, then, you need to know what exactly it is you are looking for. Saunier may not have products Viessman has, but one particular model of boiler they sell may be more appropriate to your home type or size than a Viessman one, or vice versa. The best thing to do is to understand what you need, then compare a range of products from both sides.