Energy Efficient Boilers



	Energy Efficient Boilers
	Old boilers (15 years old or more) ideally should be replaced with new energy efficient GAS CONDENSING BOILERS. These can reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 12% (0.7 tonnes) annual average emissions, and can also reduce your heating bills by a third!

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An energy efficient condensing boiler recovers the maximum possible waste heat which is normally vented through the flue of a conventional (non-condensing) boiler. The most efficient condensing boilers convert more than 90% of their fuel into heat, as opposed to 78% for conventional types.
When buying a new boiler
1. Ensure that your home is fully insulated.
2. Get at least three quotes. One of the best ways to find a reliable installer is to ask friends, relatives and colleagues for a personal recommendation. Your installer should always be fully qualified and registered with CORGI ( Council of Registered Gas Installers).
3. Check the Competent Persons Schemes Listings. These were introduced by the government to allow individuals and businesses to self-certify their work as compliant with UK Building Regulations.
4. Consult the Energy Saving Trust Database to find a energy efficient boiler that matches your requirements.
5. Check your heating controls
Many households may reduce their fuel bills and CO2 emissions by setting their heating controls correctly, such as ensuring that the heating is not on at times when the house is empty. Try turning down your thermostat just by a single degree or two. You may not even notice the difference in temperature, but may make a noticeable saving on your bill. A programmable room thermostat or Thermostatic radiator valves (TRVs) will allow you to adjust the level of heating in different rooms, so that you may decide to turn down the level of heating a room that is rarely used.

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