What is a Combination Boiler

Posted by Bob Bulmer on Thu 27th December 2007 at 06:00 AM, Filed in DIY Adding Value TipsPlumbing

As opposed to a heat only boiler system - a combination boiler offers heat and hot water on demand. Water is taken from the mains and heated when required. This is hugely beneficial in saving space - given that you don’t need any water storage.

The combination boiler therefore negates the need for a huge reservoir of hot water awaiting use. This in theory makes it a more efficient hot water system.

The one draw back and it’s a big one in my opinion - is that hot water can not be supplied simultaneously to many outlets. So if someone decides to do the dishes while you’re in the shower - you get a cold shower…

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