All UK homeowners should strive toward energy efficiency. It saves time, money and it helps out the environment, and even the government has begun to show an interest. Building Regulations now have set standards that heating and hot water systems must adhere to. Rising prices and a troubled economy add additional pressure to the situation. Homeowners throughout the UK are finding it more and more challenging to pay the bills.
Recent climate changes have brought additional attention to the topic. The number of natural disasters attributed to the changing climate raises the concern of many citizens. Often, homeowners do not know what they can do to improve the current situation. There are a number of slight changes in the home that can produce great results. Energy efficiency can be attained in part by ensuring that your home uses high efficiency heating and hot water systems. There are a number of options available to the homeowner.
High efficiency condensing technology can prove extremely worthwhile. When faced with the decision to replace or repair their boiler, consumers are often unsure of what to do. They should be supplied all the facts so that they can make the choice that is best for their home. It is common for the homeowner to depend on the installer to provide guidance. Therefore, the installer plays quite a large part in this whole process.
Frequently, the high cost of the boiler and its installation, persuade buyers to delay the purchase for a later date. This can prove highly problematic. Repairs can lengthen the life of an inefficient appliance but, it is still inefficient. A poor appliance will end up costing more in the long run. Repairs and the cost of running heavily outweigh the cost of buying a new more efficient boiler.
If costs don't seem to be too persuasive perhaps the following statistics will change your mind. UK households produced 21% of the country's carbon dioxide emission. Hot water and heating systems make up 80% of that emission. Energy efficiency not only lower bills but also helps the UK to reach its goal of decreasing carbon emissions by the year 2010. Heating and hot water contributes to the majority of the average fuel bill. The use of high efficiency boilers can reduce bills by 30% and save the average home 200 per year.
There are a number of makes and models to suit your needs. Key features include cast aluminium-silicon heat exchanger, brass waterset, efficient pump, and a concealed system connection that enhances performance of the product. A centrally located telescopic flue kit with preformed connections and pre-fitted mains electrical lead makes installation even faster and cheaper. The spacious interior and drop-down controls make service of the appliance easier than ever. There is also the option of buying an RF, radio frequency, version that gives the user total control at the touch of a button. Warranties vary model to model but commonly provide a 10 year parts warranty on the heat exchanger and two-year parts and labour warranty on the entire product. - 30517
Recent climate changes have brought additional attention to the topic. The number of natural disasters attributed to the changing climate raises the concern of many citizens. Often, homeowners do not know what they can do to improve the current situation. There are a number of slight changes in the home that can produce great results. Energy efficiency can be attained in part by ensuring that your home uses high efficiency heating and hot water systems. There are a number of options available to the homeowner.
High efficiency condensing technology can prove extremely worthwhile. When faced with the decision to replace or repair their boiler, consumers are often unsure of what to do. They should be supplied all the facts so that they can make the choice that is best for their home. It is common for the homeowner to depend on the installer to provide guidance. Therefore, the installer plays quite a large part in this whole process.
Frequently, the high cost of the boiler and its installation, persuade buyers to delay the purchase for a later date. This can prove highly problematic. Repairs can lengthen the life of an inefficient appliance but, it is still inefficient. A poor appliance will end up costing more in the long run. Repairs and the cost of running heavily outweigh the cost of buying a new more efficient boiler.
If costs don't seem to be too persuasive perhaps the following statistics will change your mind. UK households produced 21% of the country's carbon dioxide emission. Hot water and heating systems make up 80% of that emission. Energy efficiency not only lower bills but also helps the UK to reach its goal of decreasing carbon emissions by the year 2010. Heating and hot water contributes to the majority of the average fuel bill. The use of high efficiency boilers can reduce bills by 30% and save the average home 200 per year.
There are a number of makes and models to suit your needs. Key features include cast aluminium-silicon heat exchanger, brass waterset, efficient pump, and a concealed system connection that enhances performance of the product. A centrally located telescopic flue kit with preformed connections and pre-fitted mains electrical lead makes installation even faster and cheaper. The spacious interior and drop-down controls make service of the appliance easier than ever. There is also the option of buying an RF, radio frequency, version that gives the user total control at the touch of a button. Warranties vary model to model but commonly provide a 10 year parts warranty on the heat exchanger and two-year parts and labour warranty on the entire product. - 30517
About the Author:
Tal Potishman, editor of Heating Central, writes articles about home boilers, central heating, plumber Daventry, underfloor heating and solar thermal. He specializes in helping save money by advising on efficient heating.
