Can you still buy gas fires for back boilers?
Old Back boilers are Illegal. Old back boilers with gas fires as central heating systems are now illegal. If you really loved your gas fire and back boiler, it is legal to have a new one fitted as long as the old back boiler is removed and replaced.
Can you have a back boiler with gas heating?
A back boiler is a heating device which is fitted in the structure behind a household fireplace, enabling it to provide heat to the house for central heating and also providing hot water. They’re usually fitted behind gas or electric fireplaces but an open fire back boiler can also be found in older homes.
Do British Gas sell and fit gas fires?
We’ll fix your gas fire, service it and cover the cost of future repairs if something else goes wrong.
Do Baxi still make back boilers?
Baxi are the creators of the original Bermuda Back Boilers and are the only brand of boiler to release a modern condensing boilers back boiler.
Why would a back boiler explode?
When a fire is lit in front of a redundant back boiler, left in a sealed condition, it can heat up and the internal pressure can cause the boiler casing to explode. Thus, at the decommissioning stage the system should have been drained and redundant pipework removed along with, ideally, the back boiler itself.
How do you use a back boiler on an open fire?
OPEN FIRES WITH BACK BOILERS When lighting, the boiler damper should be closed so that the flue gases pass up the chimney in front of the boiler. When the damper is open, more heat is directed around the boiler, which will make the fire harder to light.
Do B&Q fit gas fires?
For those looking to install one of our flueless gas fires, you’ll need to have a 100cm square, purpose provided vent installed. Be sure to get professionals to assist with installation and check that any pre-existing vents are up to the task of supporting your new fire.
How much does it cost to service a gas fire UK?
How much does a gas fire service cost?
| Gas fire service cost | Average cost – low | Average cost – high |
|---|---|---|
| Annual gas safety check and gas fire service | £75 | £95 |
| Gas safety check | £60 | £85 |
| Gas boiler service cost (one-off) | £90 | £125 |
| Gas boiler annual servicing contract (including breakdown cover) | £175 | £300 |