Positioning your boiler safely is essential. A boiler can be installed in almost any room in your home. However, there are a number of things that you should consider when deciding on where to position your boiler. Here at K and M Maintenance, we are experts at installing boilers. As a result, we have produced this guide to help you choose where to install your new boiler.
Location tips for your boiler
A boiler with a full tank of water weighs a lot more than an empty boiler. One of the main things you should consider is the strength of the wall.New boilers can be installed within cupboards, and they don’t need to have air vents. The efficiency of new boilers means that they do not need to stay cool to perform well.
If you want to fit your boiler in a garage or an outhouse, we would recommend that you use additional frost protection. This is because the lower temperatures can increase the risk of freezing pipes. Consequently, your home will be vulnerable to a loss of heating and hot water.
You can install a new boiler in the bathroom. However, there are some additional and specific Building Regulations and Wiring Regulations that you will need to comply with. This is because there are certain restrictions regarding boiler placement within the bathroom.
It’s not just the boiler itself that you need to position. The flue and pipes also have a range of requirements:
There are minimum legal distances regarding the flue. You can find this information in your boiler installation manual. Wherever you position your boiler, the flue must not be too close to windows, buildings, or air bricks.
Your boiler needs to be installed close to an exterior wall, if not on an exterior wall. This is because the flue and the condensate pipes need to be able transport gas and water away from your boiler.
You can install your boiler and fit the condensate pipe so that waste liquid from the boiler can be taken to the existing household drainage system. This can prevent freezing over winter.
In summary
Your boiler can be placed in almost any room. As long as the recommendations are followed, your boiler installation and placement will be a success. For any help and advice, or a free quote, contact us at K and M Maintenance today.