HOW TO INSTALL A BOILER

 

Boilers are an integral part of our households; though they provide excellent utility, it’s dangerous to handle gas boilers all by yourself. That’s why it is so important for gas engineers to be certified by the Gas Safe Register in the UK, it’s a requirement by law. If you want to replace your boiler, you must seek help from a certified engineer.

If you have an electric boiler, you won’t need a certified gas safe engineer. You could try taking on the task of installing the boiler yourself. Keep in mind that basic plumbing knowledge is needed.

Here are a few guidelines on how to install an electric boiler:

Building Regulations Approval

Firstly, start by checking if you need building regulations approval. Failure to abide by the rules can cause damage to existing electrical installations and other health and safety risks. Read more about the government policy regulations or check with a building control body if you cannot decide if you need approval.

Does the boiler meet your needs?

Consider your heating needs: the size of your property and your energy consumption patterns help determine the boiler that best suits you. Combi boilers and biomass boilers are the two most common types and the decision mainly depends on the fuel type you intend to use.

Choose a Supplier and Decide on a Budget

There are many boiler suppliers in the UK who offer excellent after-sales services. Research and choose a reputable brand before purchasing the boiler. Prepare a budget plan and estimate installation costs to keep yourself on track.

Determine The Best Suitable Spot

This step is crucial, and choosing the wrong spot will affect your installation. It would be best to find a place that is easily accessible for water pipes, electrical outlets, flue ventilators and gas lines.

Dress the Boiler

Attach the circulator pump to the boiler and add the riser nipple with the help of a wrench. This step involves attaching different pipe connections of your house to the boiler. Add the corresponding number of riser nipples to the pipes all over your home and connect to the boiler.

Attach the Feed and Return Pipes to The Boiler

Check if there are circular pumps on the boiler return side and the flow-checker on the feed side. Take a wrench and tighten the nuts to attach those two components to the boiler. After that, connect the boiler to the hot water tank using a copper pipe. A pipe bending tool can help you mend copper pipes for the necessary connections.

Setup the Flue and Attach the Combustion Fuel Pipe

Pick a sheet metal pipe of an appropriate size to connect the boiler to the smoke pipe. Employ screws and elbows where needed to firmly attach the smoke pipe to the boiler to guarantee a firm fit. The boiler will ventilate through the smoke pipe. Refer to the boiler installation manual to select the appropriate combustion fuel pipe according to the boiler category.

Operate the Boiler

Your boiler installation needs checking for proper functionality. Open the water line to allow filling of the boiler. The automatic feed valve will ensure the correct water pressure build-up during the filling.

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