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Cardew

crankup wrote: »

If your old boiler works then keep it until it really needs replacing. Much cheaper than installing a new one for marginal better efficiency and taking on the likely risk of expensive servicing and repairs.

Totally agree.

However if the kitchen is being refitted it possibly makes sense to replace - albeit your reservations are still valid.

jalexa

crankup wrote: »

If your old boiler works then keep it until it really needs replacing.

For many people perhaps. For others the 20yo vintage makes it vulnerable to BER due to parts probably in the depth of winter.

It's only a minor criticism (of the OP) but until in possession of 3 quotes all bets (on the best strategy for the OP) are off.

Cardew

bambie123 wrote: »

so am going for a combi boiler we have decided, have been told worcester boiler is the best. is the hot water set to a certain temp .:)

Ask six plumbers and you will probably get six different answers as to which is best.

Understandably each plumber likes working with a manufacturer with which they are familiar(and get the best discount??)

That said WHICH gave some Worcester combis favourable reports.

As for setting temperature, the temperature of the mains water will determine the output flow and temperature..

jalexa

Cardew wrote: »

As for setting temperature, the temperature of the mains water will determine the output flow and temperature..

Flow yes but temperature will be settable in a modern boiler.