Buying a new boiler for your home is a necessary yet expensive task. There’s a whole variety of boilers available on the market but how do you know which one is best suited to your home and needs? Here are five key points to consider before making your purchase.
1. Do your research
There are a number of different brands of boilers available but there is three main gas condensing boilers to choose from – a system boiler, a combination boiler or a heat-only boiler. A combination boiler heats water as and when required meaning that it’s more energy-efficient and cost-effective. The qualities and how to best cash on them is known to you by any OFTEC course. A heat-only boiler will have a cylinder or tank of hot water that is readily available to be used and a system boiler is similar to that of a heat-only boiler but typically includes more components and is easier to install. Depending on your chosen supplier and your living habits, this is a key decision before making your purchase.
2. The size of the boiler
Yes, there are considerations and decisions to be made when it comes to choosing the right size for your boiler. You need to think about where the boiler will be installed and whether it’ll fit into the designated space. You also need to consider your living situation. If you have a larger family, you’ll need a bigger boiler to ensure that you have enough hot water and heating capabilities to meet everyone’s needs. If you live alone or in a couple, a smaller boiler may suffice.
3. The cost
It’s no secret that purchasing a new boiler is an expensive need. Boilers can cost thousands of pounds but they are a necessity, especially with the winter fast approaching. Your plumbing and heating engineer will be able to assist you when it comes to getting the best value for money but it is worth spending your money on a new, reliable boiler rather than paying a smaller amount several times to fix an old, inefficient boiler. Not only this, but the long-term financial benefit of purchasing a new gas boiler will save you a fair amount of money on your bills. Every boiler will have its own energy performance rating and even though the difference may be minimal, it’s well worth doing your research and asking the advice of your gas engineer. If you’re inquiring from multiple suppliers, make sure to take note of the new boiler cost and prices, then compare them with each other to get the best price possible.
4. Reliability is important
Purchasing the cheapest boiler on the market may be friendly on the purse in the short-term but certainly not when it comes to your monthly bills. It’s also likely that with a cheap alternative, you’ll have to pay for repairs more frequently as you may experience issues and faults which could set you back around ?200 a time. Do your research and pick a boiler that has high reviews and recommendations – nobody wants a cold shower in the middle of winter! You need to make sure that you Service your boiler annually as well.
5. Seek professional advice
Your gas engineer will have the knowledge and know-how when it comes to boiler advice. Ask plenty of questions, be open to other options and conduct your own research. You should also only work with certified engineers who have a wealth of experience – if you don’t, it may cost you and it could even be detrimental to your health.
At LS1 Boilers, we’re experts within our field and we enjoy working with our customers to provide the very best and most suitable boiler. Our after-sales customer support is second to none and we enjoy working with our customers year after year. We also offer a range of finance options to suit every need so there’s no need to suffer a cold house this winter.
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