{"id":2825,"date":"2014-06-11T09:09:49","date_gmt":"2014-06-11T09:09:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.anytrades.co.uk\/?p=2825"},"modified":"2014-06-11T09:09:49","modified_gmt":"2014-06-11T09:09:49","slug":"biomass-boiler-installer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.local-quotes.co.uk\/guides\/eco-homes\/biomass-boiler-installer\/","title":{"rendered":"How to choose your biomass boiler installer"},"content":{"rendered":"

Biomass boilers are starting to become more and more popular in the UK, as a viable way to avoid paying extortionate gas and electricity prices. Rather than spending money on grid power, biomass boilers allow you to generate your own \u2018green\u2019, cheap energy.<\/p>\n

The biomass boiler<\/a> would replace your existing heating system and is fuelled with wood chips, pellets or logs. There are many different boilers to choose from, with efficiency levels and prices varying greatly.<\/p>\n

As with any home improvement, one of your priorities should be finding the right tradesman<\/a> for the job. So take a look at some of the things you should be asking when a contractor visits your home.
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1. <\/strong>How long has the company been operating? This will give you an idea of how long the installer has been in the business and assurance that they\u2019re a quality company.<\/p>\n

2. <\/strong>Do they have references? There\u2019s nothing better than being able to speak to a previous customer who can tell you in detail how they\u2019ve found the new biomass boiler. They\u2019ll also fill you in on the company\u2019s work ethic and professionalism.<\/p>\n

3. <\/strong>When you meet the biomass installer<\/a> for the first time, it\u2019s important to ascertain if they have sound technical knowledge. They should be able to explain exactly how the right boiler will be picked for your home.<\/p>\n

4. <\/strong>Ensure the salesperson or installer explains how fuel will be delivered to your home. This is something you\u2019ll need to take charge of for more than two decades, so it pays to listen.<\/p>\n

5. <\/strong>Find out if the company uses their own heating engineers or subcontracts. Essentially you want to know who\u2019s at fault if something goes wrong.<\/p>\n

6. <\/strong>Try to bargain for an annual service and maintenance package. The last thing you want is something to go wrong and need to fork out more money.<\/p>\n

7. <\/strong>The biomass boiler should be sized according to your home and heating requirements. Make sure you don\u2019t end up with the company\u2019s standard fit.<\/p>\n

8. <\/strong>Before signing the dotted line, always do your own research on the manufacturers the company uses.<\/p>\n

9. <\/strong>Always double and triple check what\u2019s included with any quote you\u2019re given. You don\u2019t want any nasty extras added on later down the line. This would include:<\/p>\n