Condensing boiler

In winter, you like to enjoy a warm home. Your boiler ensures that your home is pleasantly warm. Many boilers use a lot of energy, resulting in high energy bills. Did you know that a condensing boiler uses less energy? In this article, you will read more about condensing boiler prices, finding the best heating boiler specialist, the types of condensing boilers and their benefits.

What does a condensing boiler cost?

Before you decide to buy a condensing boiler, it is good to know more about the price of a condensing boiler. Check out a handy overview of the prices of various condensing boilers below.

What is a condensing boiler?

Condensation boilers are also called high-efficiency boilers, or hr-boilers for short. Before choosing a condensing boiler, it is good to understand how this boiler works. A high-efficiency or condensing boiler makes optimal use of the energy supplied. The water vapour released during the combustion of heating oil and natural gas is converted into heat energy and thus is not lost through the chimney. By operating a condensing boiler, you enjoy lower heating costs and live more environmentally conscious, as less energy is needed.

Help from a heating boiler specialist

When you orientate yourself on the condensing boiler market, several questions naturally come to mind. The boiler specialist will be happy to answer these questions and help you in your search for the right condensing boiler. Did you know that you can use the boiler specialist for more than just advice on condensing boilers? Read below to find out what.

• Maintenance condensing boiler
  It is wise to have your condensing boiler checked once a year by a boiler specialist. If any maintenance is required, the specialist will carry it out immediately. By having your boiler properly maintained, you extend its lifespan and ensure that the efficiency of your condensing boiler is maintained.
• Condensation boiler installation
  If you buy a condensing boiler, you will need a specialist to install it. Installing this type of boiler does not require many changes to your home, but it is always wise to leave the installation to an expert.
• Condensation boiler replacement
  Is your condensing boiler or high-efficiency boiler due for replacement? The boiler specialist will also be happy to take care of this for you. The specialist will help you choose a new condensing boiler and give advice where necessary. So you can continue to enjoy the benefits of this high-efficiency boiler

Kinds of condensing boilers

As you saw in the price overview of condensing boilers earlier in the article, there are different types of condensing boilers. Which type of high-efficiency boiler suits you best? Read below for a clear description of the 2 different types.

• Condensation boiler on natural gas
  The majority of condensing boilers sold operate on natural gas. Gas-fired boilers are compact and quieter than a mazout boiler, making them more popular among homeowners.
• Condensation boiler on mazout
  In homes where natural gas is not readily available, a condensing boiler on mazout is often chosen. This type of condensing boiler requires a separate tank to store the fuel oil or mazout. In addition, mazout is more expensive to fire than natural gas.

Advantages of a condensing boiler

Buying a condensing boiler has several advantages. Wondering what these advantages are? Check them out below.

• Efficiency of above 100%
  Due to their condensing action, condensing boilers achieve an efficiency of up to 109%. How an efficiency above 100% can be? Because the condensation released is converted into energy, more is converted into heat than the natural gas or heating oil. Thus, the efficiency is higher than 100%.
• Good for the environment and your wallet
  As you read earlier in this article, condensing boilers deliver high efficiency. This high efficiency ensures that you need less energy to heat your home and water. So you save money on your energy bills and are also more environmentally friendly. Two birds with one stone!
• Subsidy scheme condensing boiler
  An additional advantage when buying a condensing boiler is the one-off compensation or subsidy scheme you are eligible for. The government wants citizens to live more consciously and environmentally friendly and this is why this scheme, among others, is there. The size of this amount is between £450 and £800.What do you need to do to qualify for the condensing boiler scheme?
  – The boiler is installed in an existing home
  – The condensing boiler is purchased new
  – The boiler is installed by an approved specialist
  – The condensing boiler has a CE mark

Tips when buying a condensing boiler

Tip 1. Compare condensing boilers

There are several manufacturers who produce and sell condensing boilers. Different brands of boilers have their own advantages and disadvantages. Put the features of different condensing boilers side by side to get a good overview of the choices you need to make. Can’t figure it out? Then seek advice from a boiler specialist.

Tip 2. Compare specialists

There are many boiler specialists offering their expertise, each with their own price. Get quotes from several specialists and put them side by side. That way you can easily see what each specialist offers and at what price. Choose the quote that offers what you find most important. That way you will make the best choice.

Tip 3. Pay attention to installation costs

When buying a condensing boiler, it is important to pay attention not only to the price itself, but also to whether the installation costs are included in the total price. This still varies quite a bit, so it is good to be aware of this. That way, you know what you are buying and what to expect.

Tip 4. Think about the future

A boiler is something you buy for the long term. So before you buy your boiler, think carefully about future renovations, family expansion and a possible move. That way, you can choose the boiler that best suits your situation. Not sure which boiler is right for your situation? The boiler specialist will be happy to advise you.