The Condensing Combi Boiler Is A Very Popular Unit
A very popular combination boiler found in residential homes is the condensing combi boiler because its high efficiency saves space and money. This compact unit heats the home and provides hot water, reducing operating and installation costs. The condensing combi boiler pulls double duty, working like a central heating boiler and a hot water cylinder. It is actually a combination of a condensing boiler and the standard combination boiler. Domestic hot water is not stored, but rather cold water is heated instantly through a secondary heating circuit. This provides an unlimited hot water supply as long as the boiler is firing. Its efficiency is increased from heat that is extracted from the flue gases.
Condensing combi boilers eliminate some of the requirements that come with more conventional vented heating systems, making it a preferred choice for small homes. This is because a separate hot and cold water tank is not required. All of the parts come in a single unit, which makes it easy to install. Another great feature of the condensing combi boiler is that water is heated within 40 seconds, reducing the amount of time a person has to run the water before it reaches a desired temperature. Additionally, you can save on hot water costs. Installing a thermostat to control the shower will help to prevent sudden water temperature fluctuations.
The costs for a condensing combi boiler are quite expensive, but there are some units which qualify for the 2009/2010 tax credit. The price for the Embassy Onex Gas Boiler is approximately $4,275, but the $1,500 tax credit can be applied to the purchase of one. The Embassy Onex is the latest addition the Ambassador line for wall hung condensing combination boilers. Efficiency levels are increased with the indoor/outdoor reset control. This boiler has many other features which include a patented ASME heat exchanger, premix burner technology and a certified DOE efficiency of 93 percent. The Viessmann WB24272 natural gas unit is priced slightly higher at $5,964.95. The AFUE rating for this condensing combi boiler is 95.2 percent, and it comes with a stainless steel plate heat exchanger for instant heating. Other major manufacturers of the condensing combi boiler include Hamilton Engineering, Thermal Solutions, Munchkin, and Trianco Heatmaker.
A major advantage to having a condensing combi boiler is that it does not store water in a cylinder like other boilers. This wastes heat and contributes to adverse affects in the environment.
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Art
Posted 865 days ago
I have worked for the same homebuilder for almost ten years. The company has a reputation for building quality homes so I like being part of the group. We've been installing these condensing combi boilers in new homes for the lst 6 months. I sure like instlling them.
