Types of boilers April 05, 2023 In this blog, our heating engineers have listed the types of boilers, their benefits, and their disadvantages. To give extensive information that would be useful to homeowners, engineers, and business experts, we did extensive research on the subject. What are the different types of boilers available? Boilers come in various types, and each has special characteristics. The most typical types of boilers available throughout Chichester, Worthing and West Sussex include... Combi Boilers commonly referred to as combi boilers, are the most common kind of boiler in the UK. Combi boilers offer on-demand hot water and are both efficient and portable. They save space and money during installation because neither a hot water cylinder nor a cold water tank are needed. For small to medium-sized homes with one or two bathrooms, combi boilers are appropriate. Advantages Space-saving Energy-saving On-demand hot water is provided Disadvantages May have trouble providing hot water to several outlets at once It is not suitable for larger homes with several bathrooms System Boilers System boilers, commonly referred to as sealed system boilers, use a hot water cylinder to heat the water that runs via faucets and showerheads. Larger residences with numerous bathrooms and significant hot water demands are ideal for system boilers. They are an environmentally responsible choice because they are compatible with solar water heating systems. Advantages Ideal for larger homes with numerous bathrooms Compatible with systems for solar water heating Constant hot water supply is ensured by a hot water storage tank Disadvantages Requires more space when compared to combi boilers Regular maintenance is required for the hot water storage tank Conventional Boilers Larger homes with high hot water demands are better suited for conventional boilers. These are often referred to as heat-only boilers. Conventional boilers are an environmentally favourable choice because they work with solar water heating systems. Advantages Ideal for larger households with higher hot water needs Compatible with systems for solar water heating Constant hot water supply is ensured by a hot water storage tank Disadvantages Requires more space Regular maintenance is required for the hot water storage tank Get in touch Before picking a boiler for your home, it's critical to comprehend the many types of boilers and their advantages and downsides. We hope that this article has given you helpful information to you in making an informed decision. Call our team on 01903 863224 if you have any questions or would like more information.