Can I put my boiler in the basement?

Can I put my boiler in the basement?

Ideally, the boiler would be fitted in the basement, together with a new mains pressure unvented cylinder. The cylinder has to be able to relieve internal pressure if the water gets too hot or the pressure rises too high (usually at the same time).

What is the minimum boiler efficiency allowed on a new installation?

The newly installed boilers will need to have an ErP efficiency rating of at least 92% or higher.

How much should a new boiler installation cost?

A new boiler costs £600 – £2,500, depending on the model and type of system. A new combi boiler costs £500 – £900 for a budget model, £900 – £1,200 for a mid-range model and £1,000 – £2,000 for a premium model depending on the size of the boiler.

Do new boilers require planning permission?

Planning permission is not normally required for installation or replacement of a boiler or heating system if all the work is internal, though if you live in a listed building you should check with your local planning authority.

Is it better to have boiler upstairs or downstairs?

Depending on how far you’re moving it, the costs for pipework, flue extensions and gas connections will increase. Moving a boiler from upstairs to downstairs costs more than relocating it in the same room. Average costs of moving combi boilers are lower than standard boilers as they are less reliant on water tanks.

Can you move a boiler from upstairs to downstairs?

The cost of moving a boiler can vary depending on the type of boiler you’re having installed. For example, the cost of moving a boiler from upstairs to downstairs will be a bigger job – therefore more expensive move. Extra components may need to be purchased in addition to the relocation work: Extension pipes.

Do you need a new flue with a new boiler?

Yes, you do need to replace the flue when replacing any boiler even if the same brand. This is to keep it in line with manufacturers specifications and Building regulations. The washers on the combustion side of the flue (inner section) perish over time and can leak and cause damage to the rest of the flue.

Do I need a boiler installation certificate to sell my house?

Must I have a gas boiler safety certificate to sell my house? If you have a gas boiler in your current home, you will not need a safety certificate as a prerequisite to selling your house. Even then, having safety checks and annual inspections done annually is recommended for your own safety.

Can my boiler go under the stairs?

Boiler installation place: put your boiler under the stairs You can put your boiler under the stairs to keep the boiler and any ugly pipes out of sight. We advise that you install your boiler on an outside wall or else it will cost you more than planned to run a longer flue.

How easy is it to relocate a boiler?

Moving your boiler is a substantial task and you want to be happy with its new position. Carpet is easy to take up so that the pipework can be laid for your new boiler, however if you have tiled or concrete flooring, the pipes may need to be run through a wall or even a ceiling.

Can I move my own boiler?

All boilers now use a powered flue system and this means that it only needs a smallish 100mm or 4” flue system. Then you can move the new combi boiler from a kitchen cupboard and move the new one in the airing cupboard, utility room or even garage.

How long can a flue be on a combi boiler?

All of Baxi’s, Main’s and Potterton’s system or combi boilers with a 60/100mm concentric flue fitted can be up to a maximum length of 10 metres. If you find that you do need a longer flue run, then the flue size can be increased to 80/125mm, giving you a maximum flue length of up to 20 metres.

How much does it cost to replace a boiler flue?

What Does Installation Of A Boiler Flue Cost? For a straightforward horizontal flue installation, the cost would be around £200 for parts and labour including VAT. The basic flue kits for most popular boilers cost in the region of £100 and the rest of the cost is labour to drill through the brickwork and make good.

Can you have a power shower with a combi boiler?

Can you have a power shower with a combi boiler? In short, no you can’t. Power showers operate with an in-built pump that makes them incompatible with combi boilers, and they need to be connected to a hot water cylinder – which is a feature that combi boiler systems don’t have.