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Oil-Fired Boilers
Although gas boilers are the most popular boiler option in UK homes, there are still over 4 million homes that are not connect to a gas network. There are many benefits to oil fired boilers as they are clean, quiet and are a similar size to regular gas boilers and they also are a very economical choice too! Similarly, to gas boilers, there are both standard and combination (combi) oil boilers to choose from.
There are condensing oil boilers available that recycle heat through a heat exchanger to pre-heat the water in the boiler system, lowering energy usage and fuel costs. The fundamental difference between a gas and an oil boiler is that the oil boiler's fuel is provided and kept in a tank.
Servicing an Oil-Fired Boiler
Like any household appliance, yearly servicing your boiler can help it run more efficiently, identify any problems which can prevent potential breakdowns of your boiler. Also, having your boiler regularly serviced allows you to use less fuel, therefore saving you money.
Services provided in an annual boiler service includes cleaning the internal pump filter, checking and adjusting oil pressure, replacing the nozzle, general cleaning of blast tube, testing ignition transformer and many more. Other checks carried out by heating engineers include, in accordance with OFTEC 600A, a complete tank risk assessment.
Servicing costs can vary depending on the boiler and your location but as a guide, a oil-fired boiler service can cost between £60 to £170.
How much does it cost to install an Oil-Fired Boiler?
Installing an oil-fired boiler can start at around £2500, which includes the installation of a new boiler, emptying loft tanks and pipes, and the removal of the hot water cylinder.
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