Combi boilers are one of the most popular choices for homeowners. Efficient, cost-effective, and reliable, they are also celebrated for their space-saving credentials. As they do not need a cumbersome water tank, a combi boiler can be tucked away almost anywhere. However, where’s the best place to put it?
Read on to find out what is the best place in your home for a boiler installation.
Hide It In The Roof!
Combi boilers are designed with style and discretion in mind. They are usually small, white, and suit any space. However, if discretion is the aim of the interior design project, then putting the boiler in the loft or attic may be a good idea. Any roof space is suitable, as long as it has the correct clearance and load bearing capacity.
If you take this option, be aware that ‘out of sight’ should never mean ‘out of mind’. During the winter, pipes can become cold, so easy access for boiler maintenance is crucial.
Bathroom Cupboard?
It might not be the first place that comes to mind. However, historically, the bathroom was the place of choice for boilers. As such, many heritage properties have generously proportioned bathrooms that have more than enough space for a small combi boiler.
It’s worth noting that there are some special legislative requirements for bathroom boilers. For instance, the boiler must be inside a cupboard and the electrical spur must be outside the bathroom.
In The Kitchen
Unless you have a utility room, kitchens are usually the collective hub of your home appliances. As such, it often makes perfect sense to install your combi boiler with them. Among the many benefits of this most popular choice are the availability of water pipes, ease of access, as well as being able to keep an eye on the pressure gauge.
The only combi boiler installation regulations for kitchens are that the boiler must be installed by a Gas Safe registered heating engineer. This is something that Trusted Boilers can help you with.
Fill Your Airing Cupboard
If you have an older property and are upgrading an antiquated heat-only system, it is likely that you have an airing cupboard. This is usually the ideal space for installing your new combi boiler, especially as airing cupboards don’t tend to be renovated. An added bonus is that combi boilers are so tidy, they can usually be fitted into an airing cupboard without the expense of needing to remove the old tank.
If you are thinking about the airing cupboard, the main consideration is the available space. Your new combi boiler will need an annual service to ensure efficiency and satisfy the warranty, so aim for 150mm clearance on all sides.
Considering A New Boiler Installation?
If you are thinking about the best place to install a combi boiler, Trusted Boilers are here to help. Our installation experts have placed boilers in all types of properties, so get in touch today for your free quote.
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