{"id":1478,"date":"2017-08-21T14:37:19","date_gmt":"2017-08-21T13:37:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.quotatis.co.uk\/advice\/?post_type=project_page&p=1478"},"modified":"2017-12-04T16:36:25","modified_gmt":"2017-12-04T16:36:25","slug":"lpg-boilers","status":"publish","type":"project_page","link":"https:\/\/www.local-quotes.co.uk\/advice\/guide\/heating\/lpg-boilers\/","title":{"rendered":"LPG Boilers"},"content":{"rendered":"

LPG boilers are a great option for homes that aren’t connected to mains gas. You can choose between several types of LPG boiler, depending on the size and requirements of your home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

LPG boilers are a great option for homes that aren’t connected to mains gas. You can choose between several types of LPG boiler, depending on the size and requirements of your home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":1480,"parent":0,"template":"","meta":[],"tags":[],"tax_works":[10],"class_list":["post-1478","project_page","type-project_page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tax_works-heating"],"acf":{"testimonials":false,"inspirations":false,"faq":[1495,1496,1497,1498],"quote_link":"https:\/\/www.quotatis.co.uk\/quotes.html?keyword=boilers&sqn=115897&spn=810","project_page_element_title":"","project_page_elements":[{"element_label":"Combi","link_to_element_post":{"ID":1477,"post_author":"10","post_date":"2017-08-21 15:14:26","post_date_gmt":"2017-08-21 14:14:26","post_content":"If you\u2019re thinking of changing your heating system, you\u2019ve got lots of options to choose from. Not only do you need to pick the fuel you\u2019re going to use, you also need to choose a boiler type.\r\n\r\nOne option that you should consider is an LPG combi boiler. Read on to find out 3 reasons why an LPG combi boiler might suit your home.\r\n\r\n

1. LPG is a good alternative to mains gas<\/h3>\r\nLPG stands for liquid petroleum gas. It\u2019s a type of heating fuel that you have to buy in bulk and store at your property, like heating oil.\r\n\r\nLPG is more expensive than mains gas and more trouble to get hold of, so if your home is connected to mains gas then that\u2019s probably the better option. But if you don\u2019t have access to mains gas, LPG is a heating fuel that\u2019s worth considering. It\u2019s cheaper than electricity and coal and produces less carbon dioxide than heating oil.\r\n\r\n

2. Combi boilers are efficient<\/h3>\r\nIf you decide that LPG is the fuel for you, then consider getting an LPG combi boiler. A big advantage to this kind of boiler is that it\u2019s very efficient. Other types of boilers heat water in advance and store it ready for when it\u2019s needed. Combi boilers don\u2019t do this and instead heat water straight from the mains as and when required. \r\n\r\nThis means that if you have an LPG combi boiler, you\u2019ll only pay to heat the amount of hot water that you need. You\u2019ll also reduce the amount of carbon emissions you produce heating water unnecessarily.\r\n\r\n

3. Combi boilers are compact<\/h3>\r\nAn LPG combi boiler can also be a great choice because it\u2019s compact. If you have limited space in your home, a combi boiler is the best type of boiler to get. This is because it comes in one compact package and doesn\u2019t need the extras that other types of boiler need, like a hot water cylinder or cold water tank.\r\n\r\nSo if you\u2019ve got room for an LPG storage tank outside and limited space inside, then an LPG combi boiler could be for you.\r\n\r\nIf you decide you\u2019d like an LPG combi boiler and need someone to install it, click \u2018Start my project\u2019<\/a> and complete our online form. We\u2019ll connect you with up to 4 professionals in your area.\r\n \r\nOr to find out about other types of boiler, see our project pages for biomass<\/a>, oil<\/a> and gas<\/a> boilers.","post_title":"3 Reasons to Install an LPG Combi Boiler","post_excerpt":"If you\u2019re looking for an efficient and compact boiler, an LPG combi boiler could be for you.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"3-reasons-install-lpg-combi-boiler","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2017-08-21 15:14:26","post_modified_gmt":"2017-08-21 14:14:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.quotatis.co.uk\/advice\/?post_type=project_page_element&p=1477","menu_order":0,"post_type":"project_page_element","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}},{"element_label":"System","link_to_element_post":{"ID":1484,"post_author":"10","post_date":"2017-08-21 16:50:22","post_date_gmt":"2017-08-21 15:50:22","post_content":"System boilers are quite a popular type of boiler. If you\u2019re thinking about using LPG as a heating fuel, you should definitely consider installing an LPG system boiler.\r\n\r\nBefore you make a decision on the boiler you\u2019re going to install it\u2019s important to know all the facts. Keep reading to find out the pros and cons of LPG system boilers.\r\n\r\n

LPG system boiler pros<\/h3>\r\n\r\n

LPG suits homes without access to mains gas<\/h5>\r\nMains gas is usually the best heating fuel to use in your home as it\u2019s by far the cheapest. But if your home isn\u2019t connected to mains gas, LPG is a great alternative heating fuel. Not only is LPG usually cheaper than coal and electricity, it also produces less carbon dioxide than heating oil.\r\n\r\n
System boilers can supply hot water to multiple outlets<\/h5>\r\nA big advantage to system boilers is that they can supply hot water to multiple outlets without a drop in pressure. This is because they heat water in advance, so there is a good supply to go wherever it\u2019s needed. This is different to combi boilers, which normally struggle to supply multiple outlets with hot water without a drop in pressure.\r\n\r\n
Smaller than a conventional boiler<\/h5>\r\nSystem boilers are also popular because they take up less space than conventional boilers. This is because, unlike conventional boilers, they don\u2019t have a cold water tank. So if a combi boiler isn\u2019t for you, but you don\u2019t have room for a cold water tank, an LPG system boiler could be for you.\r\n\r\n

LPG system boiler cons<\/h3>\r\n\r\n

They don\u2019t always provide hot water on demand<\/h5>\r\nA downside to system boilers is they only heat water in advance. The amount of hot water they heat is limited to the size of the tank, so will run out at a certain point. You can turn your boiler on to heat up more water but this will take time. So if you want a boiler that will provide you with hot water whenever you want it, you\u2019d probably be better off with a combi boiler.\r\n\r\n
Bigger than a combi boiler<\/h5>\r\nAnother disadvantage to system boilers is that they take up space. Although they take up less room than a conventional boiler, they\u2019re much bigger than a combi boiler. You\u2019ll also need some outside space where you can store your fuel. So if you want the smallest boiler you can get, an LPG system boiler may not be for you.\r\n\r\n
LPG is more expensive than some other fuels<\/h5>\r\nYou should also bear in mind that LPG isn\u2019t the cheapest heating fuel around. Mains gas is much cheaper and you may find that heating oil is too. The best thing to do is compare energy prices in your area before you go ahead and commit to a new boiler.\r\n\r\nSo if you\u2019re considering getting a new boiler, an LPG system boiler is worth considering. To find out more about other heating options, take a look at our articles on combi<\/a> and conventional boilers.","post_title":"Should You Install an LPG System Boiler in Your Home?","post_excerpt":"Installing a new LPG system boiler could be a great way to heat your home.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"install-lpg-system-boiler-home","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2017-08-21 16:50:22","post_modified_gmt":"2017-08-21 15:50:22","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.quotatis.co.uk\/advice\/?post_type=project_page_element&p=1484","menu_order":0,"post_type":"project_page_element","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}},{"element_label":"Regular","link_to_element_post":{"ID":1486,"post_author":"10","post_date":"2017-08-22 10:15:12","post_date_gmt":"2017-08-22 09:15:12","post_content":"Regular boilers are also known as conventional or heat only boilers. They\u2019re one of the oldest types of boiler and are very common.\r\n\r\nIf you\u2019re trying to pick a new boiler, consider installing a regular LPG boiler. LPG (liquid petroleum gas) is a common heating fuel and a popular alternative to mains gas. \r\n\r\nRead on to find out and bit more about the advantages and disadvantages of regular LPG boilers.\r\n\r\n

The advantages of a regular LPG boiler<\/h3>\r\n\r\n

LPG can be cheaper and more eco-friendly than other fuels<\/h5>\r\nLPG can be a great fuel to use to heat your home. You can\u2019t get it through a mains supply, like gas or electricity. Instead, you\u2019ll have to buy it in bulk and store it in a tank outside your property.\r\n\r\nLots of people choose to use LPG because it\u2019s usually cheaper than electricity or coal and produces less carbon dioxide than heating oil.\r\n\r\n
Regular boilers can supply hot water to multiple outlets<\/h5>\r\nOne of the main reasons why regular boilers are popular is because they can supply hot water to multiple outlets without a drop in water pressure. This is due to the fact that they heat water up and store it in advance. So if you have a large or busy home where everyone wants to use hot water at the same time, a regular LPG boiler might be for you.\r\n\r\n
Regular boilers are similar to older heating systems<\/h5>\r\nAnother advantage to regular boilers is that they\u2019re similar to older heating systems. This is because they have most of the same components. So if you have an older property and are trying to replace the boiler, a regular boiler might be your best option.\r\n\r\n

The disadvantages of a regular LPG boiler<\/h3>\r\n\r\n

LPG regular boilers are bulky<\/h5>\r\nUnfortunately, if you\u2019re looking for a relatively compact boiler, a regular boiler probably isn\u2019t for you. Regular boilers are one of the largest types of boiler, as they need both a cold water tank and a hot water cylinder. Plus, if you're using LPG as a fuel, you'll need space outside your home to store it.\r\n\r\n
Regular boilers only heat water in advance<\/h5>\r\nAnother downside to regular boilers is that they only heat water in advance. This is fine if you\u2019re organised or have a fairly regular routine \u2013 just program your boiler to start heating water a little while before you need it. But if you want hot water at different times or use the whole tank up, you might have to wait a while before you can get a hot shower.\r\n\r\n
Regular boilers are less efficient than combi boilers<\/h5>\r\nPeople also avoid installing regular boilers because of their lower efficiency level. Because they heat water and store it in advance, some heat is lost or wasted. Combi boilers, on the other hand, only heat hot water on demand. So if you want a boiler with a high efficiency rate, a regular LPG boiler probably isn\u2019t for you.\r\n\r\nSo regular LPG boilers have both advantages and disadvantages. If you decide to install one, you can use our service to find a reliable boiler engineer. Click \u2018Start my project\u2019<\/a>, complete our online form and we\u2019ll find you up to 4 local professionals.","post_title":"The Advantages and Disadvantages to Fitting a Regular LPG Boiler","post_excerpt":"Regular LPG boilers are popular because they can supply hot water to multiple outlets at the same time.","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"advantages-disadvantages-fitting-regular-lpg-boiler","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2017-08-22 10:15:12","post_modified_gmt":"2017-08-22 09:15:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.quotatis.co.uk\/advice\/?post_type=project_page_element&p=1486","menu_order":0,"post_type":"project_page_element","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}}],"standard_and_laws":[{"standard_and_laws_link":{"ID":1490,"post_author":"10","post_date":"2017-08-22 11:55:34","post_date_gmt":"2017-08-22 10:55:34","post_content":"If you\u2019re about to install a new LPG boiler in your home, you might need to get planning permission. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about planning permission for your LPG boiler.\r\n\r\n

What\u2019s planning permission?<\/h3>\r\nPlanning laws exist to control rural and urban developments. If you want to do certain jobs in your home, you might need to apply for planning permission. Other jobs are permitted developments, which means that you can go ahead and do the job as long as you follow certain conditions.\r\n\r\nIf you want to apply for planning permission, you\u2019ll need to submit an application to your local authority. They\u2019ll review it and decide whether to give you permission or not. It\u2019s important that you wait to hear about this before you go ahead and do the work.\r\n\r\n

Do you need planning permission for your LPG boiler?<\/h3>\r\nUsually, you won\u2019t need planning permission for your LPG boiler. However, if it has an external flue this has to be:\r\n