In recent years it has become more apparent that we need to take greater care of our environment. This is due to the fact that greenhouse gases and extreme weather conditions are all contributing to global warming and some drastic changes in the way we live needs to be done.
An important part of this is the fact that an an estimated 25% of the UK’s carbon emissions come from our own homes. Furthermore, 70% of these emissions come from the energy we use to provide heat and hot water. So how can we change this? This is where high efficiency boilers come into play. High efficiency boilers are capable of making drastic change to the environment, if everyone has one installed in their homes. For one thing, they are 90% more efficient, meaning that over 90% of gas consumed when the burner is firing is converted into heat for the heating and hot water system.
If you compare this figure with an older boiler you will see the huge difference. Many of the older boilers operate at a 70-75% efficiency, some even being as low as 50%. Therefore, it is easy to see how the environment is more impacted compared to high efficiency boilers which are more green-friendly.
Therefore if you are faced with a choice to either repair or replace your boiler system, you will need to think about a number of factors. If you have the correct information, then you should be able to make a well-informed decision based on your individual circumstances.
The first point for consideration for most people before they decide to make a purchase is cost. It is true that most home-owners are deterred from installing a high efficiency boiler due to the high installation charges and the cost of the appliance. They find it more practical sometimes to just spend a little extra to repair the boiler rather than replacing the whole thing. However, the long-term benefits are often overlooked in these scenarios. For instance, it is fine to use the option of repairing if your boiler is not that old. But what if your boiler is really old and has continuously given you problems? If you keep repairing the same boiler, you may end up spending more money in the long run in comparison to just purchasing a new high efficiency boiler.
You should note that installing a high efficiency boiler will not only save you money on fuel bills, but also help to meet the government’s target of reducing carbon emissions by 20% by 2010.
How much money could I save?
If you decide to go for a high efficiency boiler, you may be looking at saving between 190 and 240 a year or around one third of your heating bills straight away. In addition, installing the correct heating controls could potentially save you up to 40% of your bills.
The average lifespan of a boiler is 10-15 years. If you feel the timer is finally running out for your boiler, it is advisable to shop around for a new high efficiency boiler.
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