What to Expect During a Boiler Installation

Want to know what to expect during a boiler installation? Read our quick guide below.   What to Expect During a Boiler Installation Boiler installation is a job that you should leave in the hands of professional gas safe registered engineers. However, it won’t hurt (and will likely even help) if you at least have an idea of what to expect during a boiler installation. Knowing this will help you prepare your home, yourself and people living with you. Here’s what to expect during a boiler installation: The contractor may opt to visit your home before the actual installation to inspect the area and determine the best location for the boiler. How long will it take? There is no definite or exact answer to this question. The length of time that the installation will take will depend on how much refitting is needed and how long it will take to uninstall the old heating system. Usually, the job takes less than a day to complete. The engineer will discuss some important safety information with you. For gas boiler installation, your engineer will make sure that the boiler is correctly hooked up and is safely connected to the gas line. After completing the installation process, you gas safe registered engineer will explain how to use your new boiler to you in full detail. The engineer will also tidy up the work area and dispose of all the waste including your old boiler, if the job was boiler replacement. Installing your boiler is not an easy job, and must only be done by a qualified and certified professional engineer. Only gas...
Boiler installation quote for Chadwell Heath

Boiler installation quote for Chadwell Heath

Get your boiler installation quote from RJ Gas.   If you have an older boiler model, a boiler replacement will make a great investment. Newer boiler models run at an efficiency of over 90% – that is 20% more than older boiler models.This means installing a new boiler will help reduce costs in your home. In addition, new boiler models are also more environment friendly.   For example, this old Potterton Puma 80 is 13 years old. Our customer complained that it no longer gives hot water. In a case like this, it is smarter to put your money into buying a new boiler that spending it on boiler repairs, knowing that this old boiler will breakdown again soon.   Boiler Installation Quote Remember that boiler installations must be done only by a trained engineer. Make sure that you only hire qualified personnel, and check that they are gas safe registered. Get your boiler installation quote from your installation service provider. Here are some estimates on how much it would cost. Remember that costs vary from provider to provider, with other factors affecting costs such as location. Expect a boiler installation quote to change – typically increase – over the years: Replacing an existing gas condensing combination boiler in the same position as the old one – COST: around £540 – £660 This includes removing the old boiler and disposing of it before installing the new one Old heating systems may need a mechanical flush. You will be charged around £510. A mechanical flush is the cleaning of the heating system by flushing chemicals through the pipes using an external pump. Replacing a gas non-condensing...

New Boiler Fitted in E11

Do you need to get a new boiler fitted? Here’s more information about boiler fitting.   New Boiler Fitted New boiler installation is one of the biggest, single expenses, albeit important investment, a homeowner (or landlord) will have to make. Buying and getting your new boiler fitted must be done right, otherwise you may suffer more costs from installation or future boiler repairs. Boiler fittings, also called boiler mountings, are necessary to make sure that your boiler operates safely. These are some of the mountings usually found in a new boiler fitted: Safety valves. Mounted in pairs, they protect the boiler from overpressure and explosion. Mam steftm stop valve. Usually of the non-return type, this valve is fitted in the main stream supply line. Auxiliary steam stop valve. A smaller, non return valve fitted in the auxiliary steam supply line. Feed check, feedwater, clack or control valves. A pair of non return valves fitted in the feedwater line, either just below the water level, on the side of the boiler, or on the top of the boiler. Water level gauge. Water level gauges or ‘gauge glasses’ or ‘sight glasses’ are fitted in pairs, each at one end of the boiler. They tell you the level of fluid in the boiler. Pressure gauge connection. This is fitted to provide pressure readings. Air release cock. These are fitted in the headers, boiler drum, etc., It releases air when filling the boiler or raising steam, and usually fitted in the headers or boiler drum. Sampling connection. For the sampling and analysis of feed water, a water outlet cock and cooling arrangement is...

Boiler Replacement

Here are a few pointers if you are looking to do a boiler replacement.   Has a boiler replacement crossed your mind? Are you having second thoughts about spending money on a new boiler? Your boiler is responsible for about 55% to 60% of your annual energy bill. Replacing an old boiler with a new one can save you over £300 a year. It can also reduce the carbon dioxide emissions in your home.   Boiler Replacement Here’s a more numerical illustration for you: If you replace an old boiler that has no controls with a new A-rated condensing boiler with a programmer, room thermostat and thermostatic radiator controls (TRVs), this is what you can save: For a G-rated old boiler, the savings could be: Semi- detached house: £305 Detached house: £490 Detached bungalow: £275 Mid terrace house: £250 Mid floor flat: £130 For an F-rated old boiler, the savings could be: Semi- detached house: £230 Detached house: £365 Detached bungalow: £205 Mid terrace house: £185 Mid floor flat: £95 For an E-rated old boiler, the savings could be: Semi- detached house: £190 Detached house: £310 Detached bungalow: £170 Mid terrace house: £155 Mid floor flat: £60 For a D-rated old boiler, the savings could be: Semi- detached house: £160 Detached house: £255 Detached bungalow: £140 Mid terrace house: £130 Mid floor flat: £60   If you replace an old boiler that has a programmer and a thermostat with a new A-rated condensing boiler with a programmer, room thermostat and thermostatic radiator controls (TRVs), this is what you can save: For a G-rated old boiler, the savings could be: Semi- detached...

Boiler Installation Service

Do you need boiler installation service?   It is important to have a working and reliable boiler installed in your home. Boiler installation must be done only by a gas safe register engineer.   Preparing for Boiler Installation Here are a few tips on how you can prepare for the boiler installation service before your local engineer starts the work. Choose your boiler. Select a brand and model that best suits your needs. If you are replacing an old boiler, choose something that is more cost efficient. You may need to look at a boiler buying guide to know which boiler best suits your family’s needs. Prepare the installation area. Check the room or area where your boiler will be installed and make sure that there are no combustible materials in the room and that the boiler will fit in the room. Remember that you will need water, gas and electrical supplies too and a place to install an external vent. Take into consideration accessibility for future repairs and maintenance.   What Happens During A Boiler Installation Service Your engineer will: Unpack and dress the boiler Install water piping Install vent and flue Connect gas supply Fill and test start   Boiler Installation Costs Costs for installation will vary. For example: To replace a non condensing gas boiler with a condensing one in the same position, the engineer will need to check the gas supply and reposition the flue. The flue may need to be removed or replaced to fit the new boiler. There may also be a need to move the pipes, and / or do a mechanical...

Things To Consider When Choosing Combi Boilers

With all the combi boilers in the market, which is right for your home? Combi boilers are now becoming increasingly popular in the UK. This is due to that fact that combi boilers offers the convenience of having hot water on-demand and providing heat in your home at the same time.  Since combi boilers heat water instantly, they get their supply directly from the water mains, so you have hot water all the time. To provide warmth for homes, a pump circulates the hot water all throughout your central heating system. Combi boilers are ideal in homes that have limited space.Without the need for bulky storage cylinders for the water, combi boilers free up a lot of space when compared to other forms of boilers. They can be set-up in the kitchen or the airing cupboard. Things to consider in choosing combi boilers When choosing the size of your combi boiler, always consider the number of rooms that needs to be heated, as well as the number of taps and showers that will be supplied with hot water. Remember that the size of a combi boiler will have a direct impact on your energy bills. If you have low water pressure from the mains, this will greatly affect it’s ability to supply hot water. Most units have a minimum water pressure rate threshold. If the flow of water is below the minimum rate, the unit will not start. If you have multiple taps or shower open at the same time, the flow of hot water will be reduced to each of them depending on the power of your boiler. Call RJ Gas Appliances...