Energy efficiency is something you obtain through installation of the condensing boiler which is gradually replacing the earlier kinds of boilers used for domestic heating systems. The Netherlands was the first to adopt the condensing boilers but in the United Kingdom, all new boilers since 2005 must be high-efficiency condensing boilers. However, installation of the new gas boiler will require emergency plumbers Maidstone who are registered with Gas Safety to ensure the boiler runs safely and efficiently. If your choice is the oil-fired boiler, boiler installations Maidstone must be provided by an OFTEC registered professional. An incorrectly installed boiler will be expensive to fix and poses real risks to your health and safety.
Choosing the boiler installers
Big companies have professional boiler installation skills with excellent customer support but the downside to these companies is the higher price of installation services since they have to recover their high overheads. Local companies like emergency plumbers Maidstone have the same level of skills for boiler installations Maidstone for a more competitive price though they do not market their services extensively. The emergency plumbers Maidstone will pick the phone themselves when you make a call whether for boiler installation quotes or if you have serious plumbing issues that require prompt attention. You can ask around for these local plumbers through neighbors, friends and the internet but to be on the safe side, get at least 2 or 3 quotes for comparison.
Boiler replacement costs
Prices vary according to the kind of condensing boiler that will fit your requirements. Here are some of the general costs that you have to invest in.
There are additional charges to expect for removal of the old boiler and the necessity for the central heating system to be flushed. If the boiler will be installed in a different location from the old one, expect more expenses. Installing the condensate discharge pipe costs £150 - £250 and adding a condensate pump if access to the drain of the boiler is difficult costs about £100. On the other hand, investing in a new boiler saves you from expensive boiler repairs.