Combi-boilers can save homeowners space and money

Combi-boilers can save homeowners space and money

Investing in a combi-boiler will give property owners the chance to increase the size of their bathroom, according to an expert.

Andrew Aitken, area sales manager for East Midlands for Remeha, explained that homes with a traditional system will often feature a tank in the loft, a hot water cylinder in the airing cupboard and an iron heat exchanging boiler downstairs.

These items will take up a lot of room, and replacing the setup with a combi-boiler will negate the need for facilities in the loft and airing cupboard.

If homeowners desire, they could re-design their bathroom and use this newly freed-up space to install a shower or towel rail, while there could also be room for a walk-in wardrobe.

"The combis of years ago worked that weight on water flow, as the kilowatt ratings weren't that high – 25 to 30 kilowatts maximum. Now you've got combination boilers where you can get 35 to 39 kilowatts and 60 litres of water flow. That's terrific," Mr Aitken said.

He noted that there is an increasing desire among households to invest in a combi-boiler, as these systems can also help to save energy costs.

"With a combi you pay as you go with the water, so when you turn the tap on you're paying for the gas. So if you only have the tap on for ten minutes you're paying for ten minutes of gas, while with any traditional system you're paying to heat up your store of water every time."

By removing the tanks from the loft, this couldfree up space for a conversion, giving the property an extra bedroom, playroom or office.

A space of quietness away from the rest of the household can be created, which will be ideal for those who need to work from home on a regular basis.

As well as making the home bigger for a growing family, value might also be added to the abode, which will be an important boost given the current state of the housing market.