The Benefits of Installing a Boiler in Your Home

Boiler Installation

January 13, 2023

installing boiler in your home

🔥 Why Choose a Boiler for Your Home?

Modern boilers offer powerful, even heat distribution by circulating hot water or steam through radiators. This eliminates cold spots and helps maintain a consistent temperature throughout your home.

Here’s why so many London homeowners are switching or upgrading to boiler systems:

  • Even Comfort: Radiant heat means no blowing air, just a steady, comfortable warmth throughout every room.
  • Energy Efficiency: Modern boilers are designed to use less energy, especially when paired with smart controls.
  • Quiet Operation: Without fans or ductwork, boilers run more quietly than forced air systems.
  • Low Maintenance & Long Lifespan: With fewer moving parts, a well-maintained boiler can last 15–30 years.
  • Space-Saving: Compact combi models eliminate the need for separate water tanks in smaller homes.

✅ The Benefits of Installing a Boiler

Installing a new boiler can make a noticeable difference in both comfort and energy bills. Some of the key benefits include:

  • Lower Monthly Bills: Modern condensing boilers recover heat more efficiently, reducing gas usage.
  • Increased Safety: Boilers don’t rely on flammable fuels being stored in the home. When installed by Gas Safe engineers, they’re an exceptionally safe heating option.
  • Smart Control Compatibility: Connect your boiler to smart thermostats like Nest, Hive, or Vaillant vSMART for precise control.
  • Eco-Friendly Options: A-rated boilers reduce your carbon footprint while still delivering powerful performance.
  • Reliable Hot Water: Whether it’s a combi or system boiler, you’ll always have hot water when you need it.

🏡 Types of Boilers Explained

Choosing the right boiler depends on your property size, number of bathrooms, water pressure, and your hot water demand. Here are the three main types we install at RARE:

1. Combi Boilers (Combination Boilers)

Great for flats and smaller homes. They deliver instant hot water and heating from one compact unit — no need for a water tank.

2. System Boilers

Ideal for homes with higher hot water demand. These work with a hot water cylinder and are a great match for properties with multiple bathrooms.

3. Regular (Conventional) Boilers

Best suited for larger homes or those with traditional heating systems. They require both a cold water tank (typically in the loft) and a hot water cylinder.

Our engineers will guide you through the best choice for your home based on layout, usage, and budget.

🛠️ What’s Involved in a Boiler Installation?

A typical installation includes:

  • Removing the old boiler and clearing the existing system
  • Installing the new boiler and connecting it to water and gas supplies
  • Fitting a new flue system
  • Connecting controls (smart or manual thermostats)
  • Safety testing and commissioning the system

Most installations take 1–3 days depending on system complexity. You’ll receive full documentation, an explanation of your controls, and the peace of mind of a Gas Safe installation.

📌 RARE Tip: Always book your annual boiler service to protect your warranty and ensure long-term efficiency.

💡 What to Prepare Before Your Installation

To help your installation go smoothly:

  • Make sure the area around your current boiler is clear
  • Confirm you have good water pressure in the property
  • Choose a Gas Safe registered installer (RARE Plumbing is fully certified)
  • Discuss any additional upgrades such as smart thermostats or magnetic filters
  • Ask if any external tanks or older parts need removing

We’ll take care of the rest — from building regulations to final clean-up.

💷 Boiler Installation Costs

The total cost depends on the boiler type, property size, and any extras (like new controls or cylinder upgrades). But the good news? You may be eligible for energy-efficiency incentives or grants.

And with energy savings of up to £240 a year (Energy Saving Trust), a new boiler often pays for itself in the long run.

📞 Ready to Upgrade? Choose RARE for Expert Boiler Installation in London

Whether you’re replacing an old, inefficient boiler or fitting a system into a new property, RARE Plumbing London delivers the experience, care, and results you expect.

We install top brands like Vaillant, Viessmann, ATAG, Ideal, Worcester Bosch, and more — all with Gas Safe compliance and a 10-year warranty option.

✅ Clear, transparent pricing

✅ Friendly, respectful engineers

✅ Trusted across Central and North West London

✅ Gas Safe registered and fully insured

📍 Book your boiler consultation today:

📞 020 7458 4949

✉️ hello@rareplumbing.london

🌐 www.rareplumbing.london

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Happy Customers

Have a look at our outstanding reviews to see how we treat our customers and their homes.

“From the moment I called RARE Plumbing, I felt like I was in safe hands. They arrived on time, explained everything clearly, and fixed our boiler the same day with zero mess. It’s rare to find tradespeople this professional — I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.”
Amelia D., St John’s Wood
We had a problem with our boiler and complex heating system that other plumbers refused to touch. Paresh took it on, and fixed it very quickly. The visit was swift and easy, and he was very sensitive to our shielding requirements.
Michael Quicke
Having previously used Rare to do a full system installation, including new heaters, storage tank, new boiler install, bathroom fit & kitchen appliance install and new piping throughout the home, I called upon them again to service our boiler this winter.
Amit Halai
Paresh is unusual for a London tradesman -- he comes when he says he will come, he charges what he says he will charge, and the workmanship is always first class. I cannot recommend him highly enough.
James Robertson
Helped me with underfloor heating issue - I am so lucky to have found them! Great customer service, so knowledgeable - can't recommend them highly enough.
Becky B
I called Rare on Christmas Day with an urgent boiler problem. The team was very responsive, professional and polite - the issue was fixed quickly and fortunately they saved us from spending Christmas in a cold home with no warm water! Thanks again!
Yorick Duizendstraal
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