i have an old fireplace with back boiler, and i want to upgrade it and take the back boiler out. I've been told the boiler from the bathroom will need moving (i dont know why) to adifferent location within the house. How much will it cost to upgrade the fireplace and to buy and install a new boiler?
You require the services of a plumber. As the back boiler has water in it , it has to be disconnected from the source ( the copper cylinder in the bathroom ) After disconnection it is normally drained by drilling a hole in it ( one bucketfull ) When it has all been removed, you end up with a rectangular opening ( the builders opening ) These openings can be quite attractive if a freestanding fire is installed in lieu. The boiler (copper cylinder )in the bathroom can remain, I cannot understand why it should be moved. As far as cost is concerned I hav'nt a clue, get a quote fron at least two installers.
taking the old back boiler out can be a dirty, dusty job, it not only involves a plumber but also a builder. I cant help you with the costs you will have to get a couple of estimates. The boiler in the bathroom is a different matter. This is not allowed under the gas regulations unless it is a room sealed unit (balanced flue). The moisture laden air in a bathroom can interfere with the burning gas in an open flued boiler and produce carbon monoxide. I suspect you have an open flued boiler. However a new room sealed boiler could possibly be installed there, it would depend upon the manufacturers instructions, for example how far would the flue be from an openable window, plus other conditions. a CORGI installer would have to check it out. Most modern condensing combi boilers are room sealed, and they vary greatly in price. Get a few estimates, and don't take the first guy that comes along
