Which Valiant boiler plus rads best

Somerset

I'm installing gas central heating so need a boiler, radiators, pipework and all the gubbins from new. I've had a Valiant in my previous flat and know they are a good make so I'd quite like to go for a Valiant again. I've done a bit of research today and am not sure of the best model to go for - I need one without a cylinder ie just boiler which will go in a cupboard in the bathroom. This will be for a 2 bed flat with one bathroom and I'd rather it was 'too much' than 'too little'.

I've got a fitter lined up, Corgi registered etc. He'll expect me to get all he needs delivered, ready. I know normally you'd go through your fitter to buy but this guy has just retired down here - I don't think he wants to buy, have supplier accounts etc - he just wants to do the fitting job.

Any thoughts, recommendations, outlets appreciated.

jblack_2

You sound like you want a "Combi" boiler. Fitting an over sized boiler can be uneconomical as it won't work at it's optimum level.

You say the fitter is retired, is his registration still in date?

Even though he doesn't want to buy the materials surely he can advise you what size boiler and rads you need. Rads need to be properly sized and depends on many factors.

J

Somerset

Yes, it's a combi I'm after. My fitter is still registered.

I'm meeting with him Monday so might post back after that.

Razor

As recommended many times before sounds like a job for an 831 ecotec plus, just check with your fitter that he has also got a part L qualification or he will not be able to install and notify condensing boilers.

Amy_Wise

I am looking to replace my present combi boiler 'Protherm 80E' with Vaillant ecotec plus combi. I would like to keep it in the same location. Can I still use the same connections/ pipes etc leading into the boiler? Please advise.
Thanks

Amy Wise

bambibashercol

Get a ecotec plus 831. very good boilers.
You have enough power to fill baths and the boiler modulates down for your heating load.
You don't have to worry about it running at optimum levals as you don't work out power requirements like you do for a system boiler or open vent boiler.

bambibashercol

Amy_Wise wrote: »

I am looking to replace my present combi boiler 'Protherm 80E' with Vaillant ecotec plus combi. I would like to keep it in the same location. Can I still use the same connections/ pipes etc leading into the boiler? Please advise.
Thanks

Amy Wise

Yes you can, If i remember there should be 22mm to the gas supply.
You will need to run a condesate pipe from the boiler.
You can use the same connections but may need slight alterations by your plumber.