Water heating is never much of a problem in homes where there is low water usage. A combi-boiler is usually satisfactory and if the home is big then a system boiler and a storage cylinder proves to be worthy. This type of system can work fine in smaller homes. The complications only arise when the house is bigger.
These are homes which have many bathrooms. Other types can include commercial buildings. Although these buildings may not be that large in numbers in comparison to the everyday housing market, they are still valuable in providing profit to the heating installer.
Many often decide to take a a simple upsizing approach and fit a bigger storage cylinder.
However, there are alternative options available to the consumer. These options will lead to better happiness for the consumer and the installer.
Continuous-flow water heating technology
This type of technology is called continuous-flow water heating. In the olden days when gas was relatively cheap and the insulation standards were not very high, consumers did not have to be concerned about water heating being a cost issue. People also did not have to pay particular attention to care in design and installation.
Nowadays due to better insulation standards, it is bringing lower heat requirements to the point where year-round heating consumption is about equal to, or even below the DHW requirement. Another factor to take into consideration is that building regulations improvements over the next few years make the economics of water heating even more important.
Changing needs
Changing needs and wants for hot water are also making an impact amongst consumers. A leading manufacturer conducted a survey asking about requirements for customer's next bathroom. Many of the answers that were given back included the need for a better water service.
Many of the consumers wished for more power in the showers, walk in showers, bigger baths, and separate showers. Installers are well aware that consumers are very willing to invest a lot of time and money on the bathroom they want.
Nonetheless, many of them fail to be realistic about whether their water and heating system will actually deliver the service that matches their expectations. Many consumers fail to realise that combis and two shower and bath home cannot cope, particularly during the winter season.
A four person household would put immense pressure on the water usage. A lot of water will get used during the morning rush hour and it is likely that the washing machine and the dishwasher will also be on the go.
However, the problems facing households are just minuscule compared to larger buildings such as commercial buildings. For instance, in a hotel or nursing home, if the hot water supply fails then this could lead to disastrous consequences for all concerned.
There are some manufacturers that can provide a solution to these potential problems. One model is a fanned-flued wall mounted appliance. The main feature is that it can deliver up to 54kWh directly into water with a controlled system that ensures that the water temperature remains within the" of the required flow whatever other demands are made for hot water.
As water usage is higher than ever before, it is time to look for modern alternatives. - 30517
These are homes which have many bathrooms. Other types can include commercial buildings. Although these buildings may not be that large in numbers in comparison to the everyday housing market, they are still valuable in providing profit to the heating installer.
Many often decide to take a a simple upsizing approach and fit a bigger storage cylinder.
However, there are alternative options available to the consumer. These options will lead to better happiness for the consumer and the installer.
Continuous-flow water heating technology
This type of technology is called continuous-flow water heating. In the olden days when gas was relatively cheap and the insulation standards were not very high, consumers did not have to be concerned about water heating being a cost issue. People also did not have to pay particular attention to care in design and installation.
Nowadays due to better insulation standards, it is bringing lower heat requirements to the point where year-round heating consumption is about equal to, or even below the DHW requirement. Another factor to take into consideration is that building regulations improvements over the next few years make the economics of water heating even more important.
Changing needs
Changing needs and wants for hot water are also making an impact amongst consumers. A leading manufacturer conducted a survey asking about requirements for customer's next bathroom. Many of the answers that were given back included the need for a better water service.
Many of the consumers wished for more power in the showers, walk in showers, bigger baths, and separate showers. Installers are well aware that consumers are very willing to invest a lot of time and money on the bathroom they want.
Nonetheless, many of them fail to be realistic about whether their water and heating system will actually deliver the service that matches their expectations. Many consumers fail to realise that combis and two shower and bath home cannot cope, particularly during the winter season.
A four person household would put immense pressure on the water usage. A lot of water will get used during the morning rush hour and it is likely that the washing machine and the dishwasher will also be on the go.
However, the problems facing households are just minuscule compared to larger buildings such as commercial buildings. For instance, in a hotel or nursing home, if the hot water supply fails then this could lead to disastrous consequences for all concerned.
There are some manufacturers that can provide a solution to these potential problems. One model is a fanned-flued wall mounted appliance. The main feature is that it can deliver up to 54kWh directly into water with a controlled system that ensures that the water temperature remains within the" of the required flow whatever other demands are made for hot water.
As water usage is higher than ever before, it is time to look for modern alternatives. - 30517
About the Author:
Tal Potishman, editor of Heating Central, writes articles about plumbers, central heating, plumber Prescot, underfloor heating and solar thermal. He specializes in helping save money by advising on efficient heating.
