WHAT IS BOILER PLUS?

You’ve probably heard of the new Boiler Plus regulations that came into effect in England and Wales on the 6th of April 2018, but what does this mean for you?

Boiler Plus is a set of measures introduced by the Government to improve the energy efficiency of new and replaced domestic boilers. The main aim of the regulations is to reduce carbon emissions from domestic heating by encouraging the installation of more efficient boilers and controls.

Under the new regulations, all new and replaced gas and oil boilers must be fitted with at least one of the following:

– Boiler Plus controls

– Boiler Plus thermostat

– Boiler Plus compliant thermostat

Introduction

Boiler plus is a new initiative from the UK government that aims to make all new boilers installed in homes more energy efficient. The initiative has two main goals: to improve the energy efficiency of new boilers and to encourage the use of renewable heating sources. Boiler Plus is expected to save homeowners money on their energy bills and help to reduce carbon emissions.

The key aspects of Boiler Plus are as follows:

All new boilers must have an ERP (Energy-related Products) rating of A or B.
All new boilers must have a minimum SAP (Seasonal Performance Factor) of 86%.
All new boilers must be fitted with one or more additional energy-saving measures from the following list:

Weather compensation
Load compensation
Timer control
Automatic system purge
Condensing flue gas heat recovery

Suppliers and manufacturers must provide customers with information about the benefits and costs of the various additional energy-saving measures so that they can make an informed decision about which measures are right for them.
The installer must provide the customer with information about the benefits and running costs of the boiler, including any additional energy-saving measures that have been fitted.
Installers must also make sure that the customer understands how to use their boiler and any additional controls that have been fitted.
The installer must give the customer a user manual for the boiler, which must include information about the benefits and running costs of the boiler, and any additional energy-saving measures that have been fitted.

What is Boiler-plus controls?

Boiler Plus controls are a suite of energy efficiency measures that must be met by all new boilers installed in homes in the UK, as of April 2018. The controls include:

A minimum ERP rating of A.
A time and temperature zone control, to ensure the boiler only heats the home when it is needed.
A weather compensation control, to ensure the boiler.

What is a Boiler plus thermostat?

A boiler plus thermostat is a system that controls the temperature of your home by regulating the flow of hot water or steam from your boiler to your radiators.

What is a Boiler plus compliant thermostat?

A boiler plus compliant thermostat is a thermostat that meets the standards set by the Boiler Plus initiative. This initiative is a UK government initiative that aims to improve the energy efficiency of boiler systems.

Why was Boiler Plus introduced?

The Government introduced Boiler Plus because it wants to see an improvement in the energy efficiency of new and replaced domestic boilers. The UK’s housing stock is one of the oldest and least energies efficient in Europe, and heating our homes is responsible for around a quarter of all carbon emissions.

By making it a requirement for all new boilers to be more efficient, Boiler Plus will help to reduce emissions and save households money on their energy bills.

What are the benefits of Boiler Plus?

There are two main benefits of Boiler Plus: saving money on your energy bills and reducing your carbon emissions.

With regards to saving money, all the additional energy-saving measures included in Boiler Plus will help to improve the efficiency of your boiler. This means that you’ll use less gas to heat your home, and so you’ll see a reduction in your energy bills. The exact amount that you’ll save will depend on several factors, such as the size and type of property you live in, but you can expect to see a reduction of at least £50 per year on your bills. If you have an older, less efficient boiler, then you could save even more – up to £200 per year!

As well as saving you money, Boiler Plus will also help to reduce your carbon emissions. By making it a requirement for all new boilers to be more efficient, Boiler Plus will help to cut emissions from homes across the country. This is part of the Government’s wider goal to reduce emissions by 80% by 2050 compared to 1990 levels. Every little bit helps!

How does Boiler Plus work?

Boiler Plus works by making it a requirement for all new boilers to be more efficient. This means that they’ll use less gas to heat your home, and so you’ll see a reduction in your energy bills. The key aspects of Boiler Plus are as follows:

all new boilers must have an ERP (Energy-related Products) rating of A or B.
all new boilers must have a minimum SAP (Seasonal Performance Factor) of 86%.
all new boilers must be fitted with one or more additional energy-saving measures from a specified list.
suppliers and manufacturers must provide customers with information about the benefits and costs of additional energy-saving measures.
installers must provide customers with information about the benefits and running costs of the boiler.
installers must also make sure that customers understand how to use their boiler.
installers must give customers a user manual for the boiler which must include information about running costs and energy-saving measures.

In summary, Boiler Plus is designed to make sure that all new boilers are more efficient, which will save money on household energy bills and help to reduce carbon emissions. So if you’re planning on getting a new boiler installed, make sure you ask your supplier or installer about Boiler Plus!

Conclusion:

Boiler Plus is a great way to save money on your energy bills while also reducing your carbon footprint. If you’re considering getting a new boiler installed, be sure to ask your supplier or installer about Boiler Plus regulations!

FAQ’S

What is boiler plus?

Boiler plus is a new initiative from the UK government that aims to make all new boilers installed in homes more energy efficient. The initiative has two main goals: to improve the energy efficiency of new boilers and to encourage the use of renewable heating sources. Boiler Plus is expected to save homeowners money on their energy bills and help to reduce carbon emissions.

Is boiler plus mandatory?

Because the Boiler Plus Scheme is now required, all gas installers must be aware of it. Fitters, suppliers, and the government are all responsible for disseminating the new policy, educating customers about the obligations, and putting the new standards into effect.