Summer is the perfect opportunity to upgrade your boiler.
An upgrade to your boiler is likely to take anywhere from 3 to 5 days, and you don’t want to go in winter without heating. It is therefore advisable to prepare ahead and change your boiler as you don’t require it as often.
Additionally, you could be able to save quite a portion of your installation cost.
When should you replace a boiler?
It is recommended to upgrade your heating system every 10 and 15 years. Even if the boiler is still in operation.
Although they may work however, boilers will lose efficiency as time passes, which can increase your heating costs. In the event of problems, finding the right components for old boilers becomes more difficult.
And why is it summer?
Even though we’re not using our central heating that much during this time of year, it’s a great moment to plan an appointment for a boiler repair or service.
Why do you need to replace your boiler in the summer?
Your boiler could be the farthest thing from your thoughts during summer.
This should not be the case.
There are a few reasons to consider…
Boiler engineers don’t have as much work during the summer months.
Winter is one of the busiest seasons to heating technicians.
They’ve got plenty to do at this season, from fixing broken pipes to thawing frozen pipes.
Therefore, take advantage of the less busy times. It’s more likely that you’ll get an appointment time that is convenient for you, and you’ll have the chance to shop around more to compare prices from different contractors.
You’ll be warm
A new boiler Swansea in the winter months means that you will not have heating for the next 1-3 days.
You don’t get what you want.
If you can complete the task during the summer it is possible to stay comfortable and not have to worry about interruption to your daily routine.
Make sure you take your time.
Many people are rushed to get their boiler replaced during winter. Particularly if the reason is that it’s malfunctioning.
If you plan ahead and have your boiler set up in summer months, you can take the ample time to research boiler models and brands. Increase your odds of finding the ideal budget-friendly boiler.
Reduces the risk of an unexpected winter breakdown
If you put off until your boiler fails to get it replaced and replace it, you could be with a broken boiler in mid-winter.
This could mean calling an emergency plumber at a time that isn’t convenient or spending a significant amount!
If you replace your boiler in the summer or by having it checked in summer, you have a lower chance of having an issue with your boiler during the winter months.
You’ll be able to save money on winter expenses
A new boiler will be more efficient in winter.
A well-functioning boiler will help keep your heating expenses at an absolute minimal.
The boilers in all households across UK are now condensing. Condensing boilers are equipped with the Flue Gas Heat Recovery system which allows them to store more heat. It’s different from non-condensing boilers, which let lots of heat flow out from the pipe that runs through it.
Condensing boilers have efficiency of 92% or more. That means that for each PS1 that you spend heating your home, just 8p will be wasted. Compare that to older boilers that have an efficiency of around 70% mark, and you’ll see a substantial savings over one year. As high as PS365* actually.
The benefits of replacing a boiler
Alongside the advantages of planning an appointment for a boiler replacement in the summer in addition, you’ll get to enjoy the benefits over the long run of modern, contemporary boilers:
Lower energy bills
Warranty of the manufacturer
Controlled heating is improved
Your home will be more comfortable and be more comfortable place to be in
Modern boilers are quieter than the older models.
Limit your impact on the planet
If you’re thinking of moving out of your house and think that you’ll not be able to benefit from these advantages it could be the case. But the new boiler can increase by up to PS8,000 the value of your home, and also help it be more attractive to prospective buyers.
The lifespan of a brand new condensing furnace is about 10 to 15 years. The lifespan of a combi boiler is similar It is essential to schedule an annual maintenance with an Gas Safe engineer to ensure the safety and effectiveness on the boiler over the longest period of time.
Costs of replacing boilers
The cost of replacing the boiler which includes the cost of the boiler as well as installation, will range between PS1,800 to PS2,300.
However, this can only be done in the event that the boiler is installed in the same spot as the original unit. Moving the boiler to the same location may increase the cost of installation by up to PS1,800. This may seem like a lot however when you think about the savings you can make through energy bills an upgraded boiler could be in the process of paying for its own.
If you’re planning a summer installation already, you’re helping reduce costs. However, to reduce the cost of installation even more, we suggest comparing several estimates.