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Lukey
Hi all,
This is my first post and I'm a complete novice to anything associated with plumbing or heating. However, I'm about to put quite a significant extension on to my house and convert the loft. The new property will have 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms with 1 bath and two showers (1 en suite will be in the loft), underfloor heating in the kitchen and around 12-15 radiators (again, 2 will be in the loft).
My question is, what would be the best heating system to supply the house? I would really love to take advantage of solar power if possible for at least the underfloor heating, maybe more if it's possible. The house has a combo boiler at the moment but it's on the way out so I think it would need replacing. I just don't know whether to go with a new, good combi boiler or an alternative system. I'd like to be able to run at least 2 showers at once with a good pressure and temperature on both. I have space for any tanks or boilers which need to be fitted, and the mains supply is a good pressure. I understand it may be difficult, but I would like a good balance between initial cost and monthly cost and a lower carbon footprint.
I hope this isn't too vague, and apologise if it is. If anyone could provide me with any advice I would really appreciate it, and if any more information is required I'll do my best to get it.
Many thanks in advance guys
Kind regards
This is my first post and I'm a complete novice to anything associated with plumbing or heating. However, I'm about to put quite a significant extension on to my house and convert the loft. The new property will have 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms with 1 bath and two showers (1 en suite will be in the loft), underfloor heating in the kitchen and around 12-15 radiators (again, 2 will be in the loft).
My question is, what would be the best heating system to supply the house? I would really love to take advantage of solar power if possible for at least the underfloor heating, maybe more if it's possible. The house has a combo boiler at the moment but it's on the way out so I think it would need replacing. I just don't know whether to go with a new, good combi boiler or an alternative system. I'd like to be able to run at least 2 showers at once with a good pressure and temperature on both. I have space for any tanks or boilers which need to be fitted, and the mains supply is a good pressure. I understand it may be difficult, but I would like a good balance between initial cost and monthly cost and a lower carbon footprint.
I hope this isn't too vague, and apologise if it is. If anyone could provide me with any advice I would really appreciate it, and if any more information is required I'll do my best to get it.
Many thanks in advance guys
Kind regards