Heating, Ventilation & Services
Boiler & Gas Safety Feature
Upgrading boilers with components such as smart controls and FGHR is a sensible approach for retrofit projects
QUALITY ASSURANCE It must be acknowledged that while energy efficiency is clearly a priority for domestic heating systems, social housing providers also have a duty to ensure living conditions are as safe as possible for occupants. Upgrading boilers with additional components, such as smart controls and
FGHR, is a sensible approach for retrofit projects. But housing associations will still need to be diligent when replacing boiler parts to improve performance. Non-branded, refurbished or copied parts might be more attractive when
it comes to cost, but they pose considerable risk to functionality. Counterfeit components are highly unlikely to have been tested to the same high standards as those produced by the boiler manufacturer. As a result, they can be poor quality and wear quicker, which in turn increases the risk of system failure. In worst cases, this can increase the likelihood of accidents or fires in the home. With this in mind, a range of products on the market look to provide not
just highly efficient heating solutions, but also reliable components through genuine parts. Reputable boiler parts are tested rigorously to meet tough quality standards, while also ensuring they are fully compliant with Gas Safe regulations. By supplying parts that are safe, reliable and legal, housing providers have peace of mind when retrofitting boiler systems across the public sector. While boiler upgrades emerge as an effective route for social housing in
meeting fuel poverty targets, it’s evident that the safety of occupants must be equally considered alongside energy-saving measures. Heating manufacturers must therefore recognise their role in supplying heating products that encompass every requirement, which is why reliability and safety are an integral part of energy efficient solutions.
HMM12_Heights_HP_Golden HP 09/12/2021 08:44 Page 1 Anthony Watton is head of residential specification at Baxi Heating.
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