New Boiler Cost

So What Should A New Boiler Cost?

As with anything, the cost of a new boiler can vary dependant on several factors.  I hope that this article can help you identify those factors so that when you buy your new boiler you can make an informed decision.  If you have any questions please ask below or at boilers4essex.co.uk

Boiler Manufacturer

There are lots of boiler manufacturers out there that are competing to sell you your next boiler.  I personally see three groups of boiler manufacturers:

1.  Good quality boiler, good customer service.  
2. Good boiler, poor customer service.
3.  Cheap nasty boiler, poor customer service.

So obviously we all want to go for number 1.  But the fact of the matter is number 1 is always the most expensive option.  Usually a manufacturer based in the UK or at least has a large depo with dedicated service engineers and a customer care team in the UK.  The boilers are usually very well made and come with a long warranty.

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Option 2 boiler manufacturers may have an ok boiler, half decent warranty maybe.  Should you however need some help, which should be covered by the warranty, you can never get them on the phone.  You get passed around and fobbed off, then they try anything they can to get out of honouring the warranty.  When you finally get someone out they are a sub contractor usually an in-experienced boiler engineer working for peanuts who doesn't really care if the problem gets resolved or not because he or she is paid a set fee per visit.

Option 3 boiler manufacturer, bottom end!  Do not go there under any circumstances, its a false economy!  Boilers made far away, customer service far away, boiler terrible.  If you planning on staying in a property for a long period of time this is most definitely not the way to go.

Boiler Size

It stands to reason that the size of your boiler will have an effect on the over all price of your new boiler.  The best thing to do is get a good local boiler engineer near you to size the boiler accurately.   You would not believe the amount of times I have seen an oversized boiler in a property, usually sized by sales people without a clue or a care.  The boiler size can really make a difference on the overall price, its worth getting it right.  Especially if a gas pipe upgrade is recommended to accommodate a larger boiler.  Remember new boilers are more efficient.

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Boiler Type

Not all boilers are the same there are different types follow this link for an explanation on domestic boiler types

The main domestic boiler types are:

• Combination Boiler
• System Boiler
• Heat Only Boiler aka conventional boiler

The funny thing is there is more technology and equipment in a combi boiler, but in general, they are the cheapest type of boiler.  The main reason being is they are usually fitted in small houses, there are more small houses therefor the market is more competitive.  System boilers and heat only boilers are usually fitted in larger homes and used in conjunction with a hot water cylinder.  Its a smaller less competitive market so the prices seem to remain a bit higher for these boilers.

My Boiler Recommendation 

It is my honest opinion that going for a option 1 boiler / manufacturer is the way to go.  A new boiler is a big investment.  Knowing you have a good quality boiler, with a long warranty, with a good manufacturer has got to be worth paying for.

I know sometimes that money is a massive factor in the decision making.  But honestly there are so many good boiler finance deals out there now you cant afford not to take one on.  Don't compromise on your boiler just spread the cost.