Factors to consider for boiler installation

Buying and installing a new boiler requires both huge capital and research. Selecting a suitable boiler for your home is important, but getting it installed without problems is critical. Installing a modern boiler is both expensive and a complicated task. A proper installation of the boiler is crucial for its performance and life. Let us look at various factors one should consider for a successful boiler installation.

Interesting facts about boiler installation

Modern boilers are built with the latest technology and can perform without problems for the first 1-3 years. In most cases, there won’t be any boiler repairs in the first twelve months. If there are any major repairs in the first 12 months, the primary cause would be improper installation.
A boiler should be installed only by a Gas-Safe certified heating engineer and not by anyone else according to the law.
It is strongly recommended to hire the same brand for installation as they have sufficient experience on the product. They will be able to install it successfully without any fault.
If there is an issue with the boiler installation then it will drastically impact the performance of the central heating system.
Any boiler repairs that can be attributed to improper installation will not be covered under the boiler warranty. Do read the terms and conditions of the warranty at the time of buying the boiler.
Similar to the boiler warranty, boiler cover will not pay for boiler repairs caused due to improper boiler installation.
If there is a fault in the boiler installation, it will degrade the efficiency of the boiler and the central heating system. This will result in increased monthly energy cost.

Tips for successful installation

Always hire experienced and highly skilled Gas-safe certified heating engineers in Sheffield who have a good track record of installing the brand.
Listen to the recommendation of the engineer to select the location for installation. Do not force him to install in a room which he doesn’t recommend. This might impact the performance of the boiler.
Make sure that the room where the boiler is installed is sufficiently ventilated. Do store unnecessary things in the room and keep it clutter-free.
If the heating engineer recommends you to invest in a magnetite filter, then it is better to do so. If your feed water contains a higher amount of metallic impurities then it will lead sludge and debris formation which can result in expensive repairs.
The heating engineer will carry out a series of tests and checks before and after installing the boiler. Do insist him to carry out all the checks to ensure optimal performance and safety of the boiler.
Based on a number of factors, the heating engineer who does the installation might recommend some extra add-ons for your boiler. These recommendations are suggest optimizing boiler performance and increasing the lifetime of the boiler.

Reference: https://www.help-link.co.uk/advice-centre/new-boiler-installation-guide/