Beyond Warmth: The Science of Boiler Installation and Its Environmental Impact

 

Boilers play a crucial role in homes, providing essential warmth and comfort, especially during colder months. However, traditional boilers have been scrutinised for their environmental footprint. This is perhaps why many homeowners are increasingly mindful of their boiler installation choices, focusing on appliances that are environmentally friendly and energy-efficient. With modern solutions, it's possible to reduce a boiler's environmental impact while ensuring optimal performance.

 What’s wrong with traditional boilers?

 A boiler burns fossil fuels like oil or gas to produce heat—a process that generates greenhouse gases and emissions and contributes to air pollution and climate change. Aside from carbon emissions, a running boiler can also release other harmful pollutants like sulphur dioxide and nitrogen oxide, which are known to negatively impact the environment and human health.

 These issues are more pronounced in older boilers, which are less energy-efficient and waste more energy. Older models also have higher operating costs and contribute to the unnecessary depletion of natural resources.

 Choosing better boilers

 Is your home still using an old model from over 20 years ago? Then, it's probably time for a new boiler installation. These days, more boiler manufacturers and the UK government are making efforts to improve gas boilers and their energy efficiency. In fact, many new boilers are up to 70% more efficient compared to ones from 50 years ago. This is especially true in combi boilers with efficiency ratings of up to 98%.

 Are you considering replacing your boiler or buying a new one when you move to another home? Take note of these popular brands and manufacturers that are known for their energy-efficient and high-quality boilers, and find an accredited installer for them:

 ·     Worcester Bosch

·     Alpha

·     Vaillant

·     Keston

·     Glow-worm

·     Ideal Heating

 Why use combi boilers?

 A combi boiler is more energy efficient because it heats water only when necessary, therefore reducing waste and energy consumption. In contrast, conventional boilers and older units tend to heat too much water that won’t be used, resulting in a waste of energy.

 If you live in a small home with one or a few other people, a combi boiler might be for you. Condensing combi boilers are more efficient than older non-condensing designs because of how they work. These appliances produce heat by combustion and use that heat and the water vapour to generate energy. As such, almost no energy is wasted by this system.

 But if your household needs more water and has more than three bathrooms, a regular boiler might be more suitable. If you’re unsure, consult a Gas Safe-registered heating engineer and boiler installation specialist for advice.

 Ensure proper installation and usage.

 Hiring a Gas Safe-registered heating engineer is the best way to ensure proper boiler installation. These professionals have the skills, training, and equipment to guarantee top-quality workmanship. With their help, you can avoid issues from the start and ensure a properly functioning boiler.

 If they are qualified installers of your boiler’s brand, they may be qualified to extend the warranty. This is true for Worcester Bosch accredited installers—particularly WAI Scheme’s Diamond Members, that can provide the longest guarantees of up to 12 years.

 In addition to proper boiler installation, consider having your new boiler serviced every year. Annual servicing will protect its warranty, increase its economic performance and energy efficiency, and ensure its safety.

 Learn more about professional boiler installation from the experts at WPJ Heating. Get a new boiler quote on their website or call 020 7350 2511. They are a part of Trees for Cities, which means they will plant a tree for every boiler they install. They also offer flexible payment plans and care programs to make it easier to purchase and maintain your boiler down the line.

Source:-https://wpjheating.co.uk/beyond-warmth-the-science-of-boiler-installation-and-its-environmental-impact/

 

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