Boiler Upgrades & First Time Central Heating
Is your non- condensing boiler over 18 years old? Do you have a separate water tank, gas fire or back boiler?
First and foremost, consult your boilers user manual, as it is the most convenient source of information. Take a moment to take note of your boiler installation date, which should be mentioned in the manual or on the boiler itself.
Should your boiler have been installed post- April 2005, it is highly likely that you possess a condensing boiler. This is due to new regulations being implemented during that period, which mandated that all newly manufactured boilers must be condensing boilers.
Next, examine your flue, which is an essential component in your boiler system. The flue can typically be found protruding from an external wall or the roof of your property. In case you discover that your boiler’s flue is composed of metal, you can deduce that it is most probably a non- condensing boiler. Metal flues are common characteristic of older, non-condensing boiler models.
Lastly, inspect your drainpipe for further indications. A visible release of steam from your flue, coupled with a white plastic pipe connected to a drain, signifying that your boiler is indeed a condensing boiler. These white plastic pipes are specifically designed to handle the acidic condensation created by the more energy-efficient condensing boilers, thus serving as a reliable identifier.
How do I know
if my boiler is
non-condensing?
What is a Back Boiler?
A back boiler is an old, outdated and inefficient technology that was used to provide central heating to homes, primarily in the 1960’s, 70’s and 80’s. It sits in recess behind a fireplace or gas fire and uses the heat they generate to produce hot water for central heating and domestic use throughout the home. The boiler itself is hidden behind the fireplace but must be connected to a separate feed tank and a hot water cylinder.
As of 2005, Building regulations made it illegal to install back boiler heating systems in English homes.
If you have a gas connection but have never had a boiler or a Central Heating System installed in your property, we can design you a Full Central Heating System to meet your needs. Central heating systems are a reliable and efficient way to heat your home and are installed with smart heating controls.
Here at EE Homes, we only use the best products installed by our highly skilled and fully qualified boiler installers. All our work is insured, and we hold all of the necessary qualifications to carry out these installs to the highest standard.
If you are a homeowner or live in a private rented property and are in receipt of benefits, earn a low income, or have certain medical conditions, you could be eligible for the Energy Company Obligation scheme. Which would fund your boiler or first-time central heating system.
First time
Central Heating
