Choosing a back vented Combi Boiler with reasonable efficiency

Dec 30, 2004 4 Replies
J

Hi,



I'm looking to have a boiler replaced that's rather aged. To minimize cost/disruption I'd like to source a roughly like-for-like rear vented (co- axial) boiler, so it roughly slots into the current boilers location. Flow rate should be high as poss on demand, not stored.



Glow-worm make a combi (35CI) that fits the bill but the efficiency is a bit crap compared to others. Radiant make a nice boiler (RSF30) but not back vented which means lowering pipes and a new hole etc. Documentation on manufacturers websites is poor.



Not interested in condensers as longterm reliability is a bit crap.



Any make/model suggestions?



Many Thanks



Jimbob


p.s. first person to mention corgi/certified gets a slap, I know :) ta. p.p.s have been to

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but it doesnt tell me venting options.


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J

The Glow Worm Condenser 30CXI is well thought out and uses stainless steel heat exchanger. The ones I've installed have been no trouble. I can't see there will be any problems in going up to the 35

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And have a look at

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for good prices on the Glow-Worm condensers (I've just fitted one that I purchased through this scheme, and have been very happy with it so far).

Alex

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J

"Alex \(YMG\)" wrote in news:hADBd.338$ snipped-for-privacy@newsfe4-gui.ntli.net:

Thanks for the feedback - Unfortunately not a rear flued boiler - which means a new hole in the wall. Nice cheap prices though, relatively. It's a bit harder to justify not getting a condenser when they cost less =) Just a little concerned about the longer-term costs of reliability, parts & servicing over a standard combi..

Cheers Jimbob

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