Boiler Installation Nottingham: How to Get a New Boiler in Nottingham

Finding a boiler replacement service in Nottingham can be a thing of nightmares. Decent local installers are hard to come by, large firms like British Gas charge an arm and a leg, and it’s almost impossible to get a fixed quote quickly.

The good news? With patience and a bit of research, you can pull off your replacement boiler installation project without a hitch. And this post will show you how to do it.

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The quickest way to lock in a boiler quote is to go through Heatable. The online installation company services most of the nation, including the East Midlands and the City of Nottingham. Because its installer network is so vast, it can easily arrange next-day service and get your new boiler up and running ASAP.

What’s more, Heatable has partnerships with premium boiler brands like Worcester Bosch, but lacks the bloated overhead of large, national companies. This means that Heatable can offer you reasonable rates compared to national companies, or even some overpriced local Nottingham firms.

It only takes a minute to get you estimate for a boiler installation, and all you have to do is input a few details (no personal information) into Heatable’s online calculator. Heatable will then recommend a range of boilers and give you a fixed-price quote with flexible payment plans, guaranteed work, and no down payment.

Get quotes from national and local installers, too

Getting as many quotes as possible is key if you want a fair deal on your boiler installation. That’s why you should get pricing from large national companies and local Nottingham installers, too.

National Companies — Quality Work, but Often Overpriced

Large companies spend substantial sums on marketing, administration, and office space, and all this overhead inevitably trickles down to the customer.

That said, these firms are reputable and reliable, so you don’t have to worry about poor quality workmanship. Most also offer live customer service, too.

And while they’re pricey, large national firms often have incredible deals on boiler installation, so they’re always worth checking out.

Local Installers — Better Deals, but Higher Risk of Poor Workmanship

Nottingham-based Gas Safe heating engineers can be cheaper than the likes of British Gas, but don’t just jump at the first low price you see.

Typically, unusually low pricing for boiler installations means either that the installer is not Gas Safe registered, or they’re omitting something from their estimate.

If you’re opting for a Notts-based boiler installer, it may be wise to assess their reputation through word-of-mouth.

Likewise, get at least 3 quotes before proceeding with installation. The comparison will let you spot prices that are too low or too high and help you pick a reasonable deal.

You can also get your quote from Heatable first and use it as a benchmark when you compare the prices.

What Type of Boiler Should You Choose?

Don’t just leave this decision to your boiler engineer. A lot of them get certain makes and models at a discount from their supplier, which doesn’t mean you are getting the right boiler for your property.

To zero in on the right boiler make and model, ask yourself 3 questions:

What fuel should I use?

There are a number of different options out there including:

• Gas
• LPG
• Oil
• Electricity
• Renewable energy sources

Most people in Nottingham and the East Midlands live in urban areas with access to mains gas. This is the cheapest and easiest fuel to choose and gas boilers typically come with the widest assortment of models.

What boiler type works best for my property?

There is a number of gas boiler types you can choose from:

• Combi Boiler
• Regular Boiler
• System Boiler

Combi Boilers

A combi boiler is ideal if you live in a flat, an apartment, or a small house, as most people in the Nottingham area do.

Regular Boilers

If you have a larger home or a property with a water tank in the roof and an airing cupboard, you will need a regular boiler. That’s unless you want to change your system, for which a heating engineer will charge you more.

System Boilers

A system boiler is the perfect solution if you have high demand for hot water, as this boiler type comes with a hot water cylinder. Unlike regular boilers, system boilers don’t require water storage tanks.

Short on Space? Get a Compact Boiler

Compact boilers work just like any other boiler, except their dimensions are small enough that they fit into a kitchen cupboard. So, if you’re short on space at home and want to fit your boiler somewhere out of sight, a compact model may be a good option. Just bear in mind that compact boilers typically command a premium.

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What Size Boiler Do I Need?

When we talk about the size of your new boiler, we’re referring to its heating output rather than the physical size.

It’s crucial that you get the size of your new boiler right. That’s because improperly sized boilers cannot operate efficiently — they either leave you cold, or unnecessarily inflate your energy bills.

Boiler Sizing Table

Assuming you are looking for a combi boiler, here are the 3 main boiler size ranges:

You can ask your engineer’s advice too, but they may well charge you for the call out. Another option to get a more precise idea of what size you need is to use Heatable’s online calculator to learn exactly what size of boiler you need.

Nottingham Boiler Installation: How Much Does it Cost?

Assuming you live in an average-sized Nottingham property and are planning to buy a 24kW Worcester Bosch boiler, you can expect to have to pay around £2,500. This is a very rough number — the true estimate hinges on a wide array of factors, like your location, the ease of installation, your heating needs, and more.

Your local Gas Safe registered boiler engineer — or a company like Heatable — can provide a boiler quote that’s far more accurate.

Moving Your Boiler

Are you planning to install your boiler in a new location in your home? If so, expect the heating engineer to add at least £350-750 more to the price of installation.

That’s because the installer will have to set up new pipework, and may even have to penetrate your interior and exterior walls, as well as the roof. All these labour costs will inevitably drive the bill up.

Do I Need to Buy Any Extras?

Certain additional features and boiler services can extend the life of your new boiler and ultimately save you money in the long run.

Keep Your Radiators Sludge-free With a Magnetic Filter

This useful filter collects up any metallic debris that can build up in your central heating system. This can develop into sludge and have a negative impact on your boiler’s performance and even damage components.

A magnetic filter catches the sludge, thus preventing build-up. It gets cleaned out during your annual boiler servicing.

Prevent Limescale Buidup With a Scale Filter

Nottingham sits slap-bang in the middle of the UK’s hard water region, so limescale is a real problem for people living there. It can build up on your boiler components and clog up the entire central heating system. A scale filter helps to prevent this and also extends the life of your boiler.

Clean the System With a Hot/Power Flush Before Installing a New Boiler

If you have an older central heating system, it’s likely got some muck and sludge in it already. When you buy a new boiler (and during annual boiler service), it’s a good idea to get this sludge cleaned.

Careful: Flushing Can Damage an Old System

A hot flush or a power flush will do this, but be careful: power flushing an older heating system can damage joints and pipework. Check with your Gas Safe engineer before proceeding.

If your boiler installation company suggests any other extras and you have any questions about them, we are always happy to try and answer them.

Summary

For people who live in Nottingham or across the East Midlands, this guide contains all the information you need to make the right decisions and save some money.

If you have any questions about buying a new boiler in Nottingham, please feel free to leave them in the comment box below.