You may have heard of a ‘combi’ boiler being recommended. A combination boiler provides a combination of hot water and central heating. There are a range of different heating systems on the market, and knowing what’s out there is important so that you can make the best decision for your home.
In this article, we’ll be exploring how a combi boiler works, in addition to the benefits and drawbacks of having one, so you can decide if it is right for you.
How Does A Combi Boiler Work?
When you turn on a hot water tap or shower, cold water from the mains supply enters the boiler and passes through a heat exchanger, where it is quickly heated by a gas burner. The heated water is then directed to your tap or shower, providing instant hot water.
For heating, the boiler circulates hot water through radiators or underfloor heating in your home.
A combi boiler can switch between providing hot water and heating based on demand. This makes it more energy-efficient than an older boiler that only heats water when needed, reducing energy waste and saving space by eliminating the need for a hot water cylinder.
What Are The Advantages Of Having A Combi Boiler?
One of the biggest benefits of a combination boiler over an old conventional boiler is that the former is significantly more efficient. This means it is significantly cheaper to use. You could save a huge 40% off your energy bill if you replace your old boiler (10-15 years old) with a combi boiler.
Another benefit of having a combination boiler is that it heats water on-demand, so you don’t need to wait for your boiler to heat your water. A combi boiler can essentially provide hot water on demand, setting it apart from old gas boilers.
Are There Any Drawbacks To Having A Combi Boiler?
There are very few disadvantages when it comes to combination boilers. The main drawbacks to consider before opting for one are:
- A combi boiler does not have a water tank, meaning it does not store hot water for later. In the rare chance that your boiler breaks down, you won’t have any hot water or heating until it’s fixed. However, even though a conventional boiler can store hot water, it eventually cools down too!
- The boiler depends on your mains pressure. It’s best to get your mains pressure tested before you invest in a combi boiler, so that you can be confident that your boiler will work effectively.
Upgrading Your Boiler Just Got Easier!
If you have an old boiler, you upgrade to a newer, energy efficient model with the help of the Boiler Upgrade Scheme. This is a government-backed scheme that offers homeowners grants to help cover the cost of upgrading your boiler.
This makes it cheaper and easier to get an energy-efficient heating system, saving you even more money on your energy bills in the long-term!
To see if you can get financial support under the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, click the button above.
