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Making a decision on the right heating system for your property and lifestyle is a big decision - our heating experts can guide you through this process.
Types of boiler available
Alternative systems
Oil
Oil can be used for central heating and water heating. It is usually stored in a tank above ground and delivered to properties by a pipe running from the tank.
Advantages
- Freedom to change supplier at any time.
- There is a wide choice of appliances available from leading manufacturers.
Disadvantages
- You will be responsible for its installation, maintenance, annual servicing and insurance.
- The owner of an oil tank is liable for leakage however it is caused - whether through poor installation, insufficient maintenance or vandalism.
- Some of the UK's leading insurers do not provide cover for oil storage tanks.
- There are strict regulations are in place for oil storage, and if these are breached the consequences can be severe. Failure to comply with environmental regulations is a criminal offence.
- When an oil spillage occurs, the council can declare the ground contaminated under the Environmental Protection Act.
- Oil installers do not have to be OFTEC registered, so there is no governing body like Gas Safe (formerly CORGI) protecting property owners.
- You will usually have to invest in another fuel for cooking.
- The running costs of Oil systems tend to be higher than Mains Gas.
- British Gas do not currently install new Oil based systems, but can help you if you are thinking of changing to an LPG system or Mains Gas.
Call one of our heating experts now on 0800 009 4450 for a free consultation and quote.
We guarantee availability of the spare parts for your chosen boiler for a minimum of 10 years after the installation.
