Boiler installation can be confusing as there are so many options of boiler brands, multiple national installers and several comparison sites to trawl through. This article will cover everything you need to know before buying a new boiler, compared to the costs of repairing your existing one.
How Much is Boiler Installation?
Unfortunately, the answer of this relies on a number of different factors. Below are a few estimates to measure any quotes you get against, so you can get an idea of whether you are being charged a fair price…
- Replace existing boiler using existing location: for both regular and combination boilers you can expect this to cost £1900.
- Replace existing boiler, moving to a new location: £2350 for a regular, £2300 for combination.
- Upgrade central heating system to combination boiler: Regular £2850, back boiler £3200.
- Upgrade back boiler to a system boiler: £2700
- Upgrade back boiler to a combination boiler: £3200.
The prices above are typical for an average local installer, if you use a large national boiler installation company, they will tend to get a better cost price on the boiler itself, but due to overheads, you will probably pay much more for labour. On average large, national companies will charge as much as £1000 more to fit your boiler, so it’s often worth shopping local.
To get the best deal you should shop around and get as many quotes as you can, this is the only way to know you’re getting a good price. The cost will vary depending on the property, the area you live, the type of boiler you choose, the warranty and any additional structural work that may need to be done to fit your boiler. So sadly, there is no clear answer to how much it should cost.
Do You Really Need a Boiler Replacement?
Not every appliance needs replacing as soon as there is a fault with it, sometimes repairing is an option and this can be far more cost effective. You can check whether your product is still in warranty, in which case the repair could even be free.
On the other end of the spectrum, you may have a very old boiler for which repairs are going to set you back a fair bit. It may be more cost effective to replace this with a new A-Rated boiler. This could save you money on further repairs in the future, and also cut your energy costs as the new product may be more efficient. It’s worth remembering that regular boiler service can extend the life expectancy of your appliance by solving any problems early on.
Boiler Installation FAQ’s
- Which is the best boiler to buy in 2020? Worcester Bosch are renowned for being one of the most reliable brands in the UK, also offering the best customer service. Look out for their Greenstar range, particularly the 25i and 30i combi boilers.
- How long should a boiler last? Most boilers will last 10-15 years, but if you are having trouble with frequent need for repair it could be a better idea to consider a replacement before this.
- How long will it take to change a boiler? On average boiler installation will take between 1-3 days. A straight swap without any upgrade could take as little as a day. If it is a more complicated job and gas mains need to be upgraded or if you’re changing from a combi boiler this could take up to 3 days.
Conclusion on Boiler Installs
Although there is unfortunately no solid answer for how much a boiler installation should cost; hopefully this article gives you a good overview of the price ranges you could expect as well as whether you definitely need a new boiler, or should you opt for repairs. If you have any more questions or would like a quote from us get in touch.