Using a quality Central Heating System helps lower costs in running a home or a commercial space. Not only do they save on expenses but it also plays a role to a home or business’ owner quality of life. The boiler is considered one of the most important components of a central heating system because it is like a big fire that has continuous supply of gas.
What to Consider When Choosing a Central Heating Boiler?
There are several things to consider when choosing a boiler for your home or for your business. First, you should take into consideration what type of fuel you would want to use. The most common are gas and oil but gas is the more common of the two since if linked with a main gas supply, there is no need to refill the tanks. There are also options for wood burning boilers but cleaning would be an issue. Another thing that is important when choosing a boiler is the fuel cost and the maintenance of the system. The most expensive system is the oil-burning system among other systems.
The size of the boiler is dependent on the size of the household. It is also important to consider the number of rooms and the number of people who will be living in that space. With this in mind, there are three kinds of boiler systems to choose from; the combination, conventional and the system boiler. The most popular of the three among households is the conventional type which requires a holding tank and requires the most number of energy among the rest. The combination may not need a holding tank and additional pipe work and this also provides hot water on demand and is the cheapest compared to other types but what the issue with this type is that it would take more time to heat up the water and can only be used one tap at a time. The system boiler is the most expensive boiler but in spite of that fact it provides a more consistent water temperature and flow rate.
What Are the Different Types of Central Heating System Boiler?
When choosing the best central heating boiler for your needs, you have to base your decision on several factors such as noise levels, location or cost. Here are different types of Central Heating Boilers to choose from:
Gas Boiler
When choosing gas boilers, natural gas is considered to be the best option because of its reliability and cost. A condensing model is at least 30% more efficient than those non-condensing models.
Vokera Gas Boiler
Vokera is one of the leading industry for home heating systems with a wide range of products for domestic use and light commercial applications as well. Their products are built with quality standards with designs for ease of installation, operation and reliability. Vokera Boilers are condensing and high efficiency boilers which maximizes heat generated by recovering the lost energy which in normal situations be lost through the flue. With condensing boilers, you can save at least 30% energy consumption. https://www.vokera.ie/homeowners/boilers/
| Brand Name | Brand Type | Condensing Y/N? | Parts Available for Repair Y/N? | Service Cost | Cost to Supply | Estimated Cost to Install | Efficiency Rating |
| Vokera Boiler | System Boiler | Y | $450.00 | $3,057.00 | $2,000.00 | 89% | |
| Open Vent Boiler | Y | $450.00 | $3,057.00 | $2,000.00 | 88.8% | ||
| Combi Boiler | Y | $450.00 | $3,057.00 | $2,000.00 | 89.1% |
Fondital Gas Boilerr
Fondital gas boilers have a wide range of atmospheric and condensing technology boilers. They are available in base-plate or wall-hung design. This is also available in low power and high power. It is manufactured in Italy with high quality materials and facilities that are environment friendly. Fondital products are available in domestic hot water heating version, with storage tanks or with connection to an external water heater. They also cater to both domestic and commercial heating needs. https://www.fondital.com/ww/en/boilers
| Brand Name | Brand Type | Condensing Y/N? | Parts Available for Repair Y/N? | Service Cost | Cost to Supply | Estimated Cost to Install | Efficiency Rating |
| Fondital Gas Boiler | Atmospheric Wall-hung gas boiler | N | $450.00 | $2830-$3534 | $2,000.00 | 85% |
Diesel Boilers
When someone does not have the option to use gas, they usually decide on using Diesel boilers. This may not be the first option for others who have a choice since they can be quite noisy compared to the gas models and might actually cost more.
ATLAS by Ferroli (Italy)
The Atlas model by Ferroli in Itay has the maximum achievable efficiency in traditional boilers. It is compliant with the Energy Related Products registration by European community. The Atlas D model proudly shows its 3-pass flues technology which increases water thermal exchange thus increasing its efficiency which is further enhanced with specially sized turbulators. The Atlas D also offers a silent operation compared to others because its flue path is carefully scrutinized so as to decrease turbulence. This model’s features includes opentherm communication protocol, a flow compensation protocol, an eco-comfort function, antifrost and lastly it includes the Ferroli Sun G oil burner inside its casing. https://www.ferroli.com/en/products/boilers-ind/atlas-d-25-
| Brand Name | Brand Type | Condensing Y/N? | Parts Available for Repair Y/N? | Service Cost | Cost to Supply | Estimated Cost to Install | Efficiency Rating |
| Atlas | Atlas D | Y | $450.00 | $3972 | $3,000.00 | 86% |
Wood or Pellet Burner
If your area has a good supply of wood, then the wood or pellet burner is the best choice for you. Before deciding on what burner to use, you must check that the appropriate appliance is the best one for the space that you have. Smoke from wood burning may also cause health issues and air pollution plus one must make sure that the local government has no restrictions on wood burning.
ATMOS Gasifying Boilers for Wood
There are several advantages to using this product. One is that you will have the option to burn large pieces of wood such as logs. This unit has a larger space for wood thus allowing for a longer burning period. Primary and secondary air is preheated to high temperatures and is considered to have the Ecological burning boiler class. This model has a built-in exhaust fan which allows ash cleaning without dust and the boiler room to be devoid of smoke. It has a cooling loop which prevents it against overheating without the risk for damage. When fuel burns out, the exhaust fan will automatically shuts off. Because it has a larger space for ash, cleaning it will not be an issue and this is also because it does not have the tube heat exchanger. The unit is small in size and weight therefore it can accommodate small spaces and easier to move or transfer and is made of high quality materials. https://www.atmos.eu/en/wood-gasification-boilers/
| Brand Name | Brand Type | Condensing Y/N? | Parts Available for Repair Y/N? | Service Cost | Cost to Supply | Estimated Cost to Install | Efficiency Rating |
| Atmos | Atmos Wood Gasifying Boiler | Y | $750.00 | $5,625.00 | $3,000.00 | 81-91% |
BIASI Piro Wood Cast Iron Boiler
The Piro Wood Boilers are hot water generators that burn wood gas at very high temperatures reaching over 2000°F making efficiency to reach at least 85% steady state. This is a heating boiler for wood that can be used in a single or multiple family homes. This boiler features a very thick and high quality cast-iron body. It has an output of 112,000 BTU/HR. The Piro Wood boilers are hot water generators by using wood as gas which functions by keeping the combustion chamber at negative pressure together with a fan-assisted combustion. It is ensured that there is exceptional resistance to corrosion and at the same time having a self -cleaning effect. This boiler can work independently as a central heating system or combined with central heating and domestic hot water circuits by a thermal storage tank. https://wardheating.com/product-support/biasi
| Brand Name | Brand Type | Condensing Y/N? | Parts Available for Repair Y/N? | Service Cost | Cost to Supply | Estimated Cost to Install | Efficiency Rating |
| BIASI | Piro Wood Cast Iron Boiler | Y | $750.00 | $7,000.00 | $3,000.00 | 85% |
BIASI 3Wood Series Indoor Boiler
This is a wood burning device that is easy to use, efficient and at the same time produces low emissions. Unlike other wood boilers, using this product is not labor intensive as one might think. This offers high efficiency and at the same time large heat exchange surface with a secondary combustion chamber. It has water-cooled grates; a large finned firebox and secondary combustion chamber that makes it maximize its burn time and at the same time minimize wood consumption. This new generation of wood boiler challenges oil dependency. This product has the BIASI 3-Pass Technology. The 1st Pass is that the wood burns in large, finned, combustion chamber with water-cooled grates and the 2nd Pass includes Vented firebox gasses are mixed with extremely hot preheated air found in the secondary combustion chamber which enhances oxidation. The 3rd and final pass is that the remaining exhaust heat is given up in a wide finned and self-cleaning passageway before going out of the boiler. This product has its technical advantages as well and these are: https://wardheating.com/product-support/biasi
- ASME Certified boiler with a rate of 58 PSI
- It has water-cooled grates
- Secondary combustion chambers for high efficiency and low emissions
- It has an Ash Tray
- It has heavy insulation
- Enameled casing
- And lastly, a large loading door.
| Brand Name | Brand Type | Condensing Y/N? | Parts Available for Repair Y/N? | Service Cost | Cost to Supply | Estimated Cost to Install | Efficiency Rating |
| BIASI | 3Wood Series | N | $750.00 | $6,000.00 | $3,000.00 | None Available |
Coal Boilers
Coalmiser HPD
The Coalmiser HPD (High Pressure) design is suitable for applications that produce high pressure steam or hot water which ranges from 5,000 to 40,000 lbs/hr with an output of 150 up to 250 PSI. This design combines the old school technology with the latest in combustion control technology. This device is suitable for industrial heating or process steam applications. This chain grate type stoker system uses either bituminuous or black coal washed singles or smalls which can be combusted efficiently with automatic de-ashing. This boiler has the three pass fire tube design which includes a wet back turnaround therefore eliminating the need for a rear door refractory. https://www.hurstboiler.com/boilers/solid_fuel_fired/coalmiser_high_pressure_boiler
| Brand Name | Brand Type | Condensing Y/N? | Parts Available for Repair Y/N? | Service Cost | Cost to Supply | Estimated Cost to Install | Efficiency Rating |
| Coal Fired Boiler | Coalmiser HPD | Y | $750.00 | $7,000.00 | $3,000.00 | 96.1% |
Heat Pumps
Heat pumps uses a form of renewable energy condenses the heat that is naturally present in the air instead of depending on direct sunlight like what solar panels does. The advantage of using heat pumps is that they are safe to use and easy to maintain and at the same time they last for long periods of time but it can have problems generating heat during winter months when temperatures are low.
Clivet ELFO Pack
An example of the Clivet Heat Pump is the ELFOPack. This is a reversible heat pump with active thermodynamic heat recovery and hot water production for domestic use. It is air cooled and used for indoor installation. This is a multifunction heat pump that addresses heating, cooling and dehumidification needs plus production of hot water. Its main features are: https://www.clivet.com/en/the-heat-pump
- It provides optimal comfort by easily adapting to the needs of the load conditions of a room and the thermal load.
- Constant filtration of air by electronic filters with efficiency levels exceeding 99.9%.
- It has a controlled mechanical ventilation with thermodynamic recovery during winter and summer.
- Air dehumidification is available when in summer mode
- It provides efficient production of hot water during winter and the good thing is that it is free of charge during summer
- It prides itself in its high seasonal efficiency.
- Cooling is free of charge during special environmental conditions.
- Its use of renewable energy
- Its environment friendly because of its elimination of pollutant emissions and CO2 in urban areas
- Because of its low demand for energy, it improves the building’s energy rating.
- It has a low running cost
- Because all functions are stored in just one equipment, it is low on investment cost and allows for a quick installation process.
| Brand Name | Brand Type | Condensing Y/N? | Parts Available for Repair Y/N? | Service Cost | Cost to Supply | Estimated Cost to Install | Efficiency Rating |
| Clivet Heat Pumps | ELFOPack | Y | $750.00 | $6,000.00 | $2,000.00 | 99.9% |
Hitachi Yutaki M
An example of a Hitachi Heat Pump is the Yutaki M. This heat pump is made for any weather because of its wide operating temperature range that it can still cope with extreme weather. It delivers underfloor heating and a low and high temperature radiators and producing hot water making it the ideal boiler replacement. With more than half of the Yutaki models having A+++ energy ratings, it can give you energy-efficient heating and save you on bills as well. It is also available in several modes to suit your lifestyle, these includes comfort, economy, anti-freezing and vacation mode. https://www.hitachi-hvac.co.uk/about
| Brand Name | Brand Type | Condensing Y/N? | Parts Available for Repair Y/N? | Service Cost | Cost to Supply | Estimated Cost to Install | Efficiency Rating |
| Hitachi | Yutaki M | Y | $750.00 | $10,000.00 | $2,000.00 | A+++ |
Ground Source Heat Pumps
Ground Source Heat Pumps is a central heating or cooling system that is also known as a geothermal heat pump. This device transfers heat to or from the ground. The advantages of using this type of heat pump are that it is good for the environment because it has low carbon emissions. They are more efficient compared to the air source heat pumps. This device can also last up to 20 years. The disadvantages when using this type is that they are more expensive to install and that there is significant work involved during the installation process.
Hiseer DC Inverter
The Hiseer DC Inverter heat pump has a wide range of heat output which makes it automatically adjusts heat output depending on the needs of your house. This can not only be used for new buildings but it can be added to existing structures that already have heating systems available. Using this product has its advantages and these are: http://www.hiseer-heat-pump.com/sdp/502558/4/pd-2691630/20169494-2913393/inverter_goethermal_heat_pump_10KW_GS10V-QPVHE.html
- 30% more energy is saved compared to fixed frequency heat pumps
- It has a soft start which protects your electric network
- It has a wide heating/cooling output range
- It can be used with other heat generators such as gas, oil or solar in existing structures
- Heating, cooling and domestic hot water
| Brand Name | Brand Type | Condensing Y/N? | Parts Available for Repair Y/N? | Service Cost | Cost to Supply | Estimated Cost to Install | Efficiency Rating |
| Hiseer | YHiseer DC Inverter | Y | $750.00 | $5,000.00 | $2,000.00 | NA |
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