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murfitUK · 08-05-2022, 20:14

Has anyone here got an electric combi-boiler (heating & hot water)?

My gas boiler is on its last legs and I am looking for a replacement. I've been thinking about getting an electric one so I can get rid of the gas supply. I know electricity is a bit more expensive per therm (or kwH - or whatever its called) but I reckon that it will work out a bit cheaper getting rid of the gas standing charge. I seem to pay more for the standing charge than for actual gas used.

Are they reliable? Can they be installed easily or does it involve extensive re-plumbing? I am in unchartered territory here so if you have one and can offer any insight then it would be much appreciated.

Thanks.

08-05-2022, 20:14	#1
murfitUK cf.addict Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Stoke-on-Trent Posts: 273	Electric Combi-Boilers Has anyone here got an electric combi-boiler (heating & hot water)? My gas boiler is on its last legs and I am looking for a replacement. I've been thinking about getting an electric one so I can get rid of the gas supply. I know electricity is a bit more expensive per therm (or kwH - or whatever its called) but I reckon that it will work out a bit cheaper getting rid of the gas standing charge. I seem to pay more for the standing charge than for actual gas used. Are they reliable? Can they be installed easily or does it involve extensive re-plumbing? I am in unchartered territory here so if you have one and can offer any insight then it would be much appreciated. Thanks.