Vaillant Combi Boilers (UK Range Guide)

Here at iHeat we want our customers to receive only the finest in heating instruments, such as Vaillant's award winning, eco friendly boilers.

In this blog we’ll be taking a look at the Vaillant combi boiler range, including some of their key benefits.

Some info about Vaillant Boilers

Vaillant is a renowned international boiler manufacturer with over 140 years of heritage, beginning in Germany in 1874. 

Vaillant is still operating successfully around the world today as one of Europe's most prominent family businesses, constantly striving to combine energy efficiency with heating functionality in their products.

Vaillant boilers are built to be environmentally friendly, with sustainability being a key aspect of their ethos and product line. They are committed to contributing to climate protection targets and are recognised as one of the world's leading manufacturers of eco-friendly heating and cooling technology.

By installing one of Vaillant's high-efficiency boilers, customers can save more than 30% energy and reduce CO2 emissions by a further 30%. 

The ecoTEC range of boilers is at the forefront of their green revolution, offering premium, powerful, and environmentally conscious heating solutions that are designed to last and provide a good return on investment.

What is a Combi Boiler?

A combi (combination) boiler is a type of domestic boiler that ‘combines’ a home’s central heating and hot water production into one succinct unit.

A combi takes water directly from the mains and heats it upon usage. After detecting a hot water request, the combi begins to burn gas in a combustion chamber. 

The hot gases rise and move through a series of pipes and into a component called a heat exchanger. The hot gas running through the exchanger then heats the surrounding cold water.

In a conventional boiler system, this process is done according to a programme and the water is stored in a separate cylinder until it’s needed. 

A combi only starts this cycle upon request (initiating the heating or turning on a hot water outlet), therefore the hot water is almost instant.

Vaillant Combis

ecoTEC exclusive with Green iQ combi

Vaillant’s ‘premium combination boiler’, the ecoTEC Exclusive Green IQ is a range topping boiler in terms of performance, control and efficiency. This top notch combi is fully compatible with vSMART, Vaillant’s heating control app, as well as being Quiet Mark approved for its low function volume.

The Green IQ hallmark means this combi is not only extremely efficient, but also capable of adaptive heating, meaning no heat or money will ever go to waste.

ecoTEC plus combi

Vaillant’s ‘flexible all rounder for every home’, this high performance combination boiler efficiently delivers precision heating to reduce your fuel bills. Having been hand built in Vaillant’s ward winning UK manufacturing HQ, the ecoTEC plus is capable of delivering hot water within 5 seconds, all without the need for a storage tank or cylinder.

ecoTEC plus combi store

As a combi the ecoTEC plus is ‘perfectly suited to larger homes’, even properties with 3-4 bedrooms. Integrated hot water storage can deliver up to 20 litres of hot water per minute.

A high efficiency pump greatly reduces energy consumption all the while ensuring a smooth as performance as possible. The Vaillant ecoTEC plus, along with all Vaillant ecoTEC models, has an outstanding ErP efficiency rating of A.

ecoTEC pro combi

The ecoTEC pro combi is ‘perfect for mid-sized homes’, powerful enough to service up to three bedrooms and one bathroom. 

Vaillant’s vSMART app allows homeowners to synchronise their changing heating needs with their boiler, allowing for an extremely efficient performance.

ecoFIT pure combi

Vaillant claim their ecoTEC pure is ‘compact’ but powerful, easily fitting in a standard kitchen cupboard while never compromising on performance.

The compact pure is ideal for smaller properties or any person who would like to be more economical with their space.

Vaillant Combi Boiler Advantages

Combi boilers offer several advantages over traditional boilers and water storage tanks. Firstly, they are compact and can perform the functions of two appliances, taking up minimal storage space.

In fact, they can fit easily into a standard kitchen cupboard, seamlessly blending in with the decor.

Moreover, combi boilers take their water supply directly from the mains, resulting in a substantial flow pressure that ensures rapid and uninterrupted hot water supply. They do not rely on gravity to collect water, which can lead to pooling or slow heating speeds in conventional boilers.

Combi boilers can be remotely controlled by technology such as smart thermostats or smartphone apps, providing convenience and peace of mind to homeowners. 

The water produced by combi boilers is clean and safe to drink, as it has not been stored in a tank for long periods, reducing the likelihood of contamination.

Furthermore, combi boilers are cheap to run as gas, their preferred fuel, is cost-effective and energy-efficient. Most modern combi boilers have been designed to minimise sound output, making them quieter than traditional boilers. 

They are also versatile, as they can run on a variety of fuels and are abundant in terms of 

replacement part availability, ensuring quick and affordable repairs when needed.

When Should You Replace A Boiler

As a general rule of thumb, any boiler 15 years or older should be replaced. In the time elapsed since the boilers installation the constant advancement in modern technology means upgrading to a newer boiler will work out more efficient, cheaper and safer.

Any boiler with signs of serious degradation, function failure or that has been ‘condemned’ by an expert heating engineer must be immediately disconnected and replaced for safety reasons as well as heating convenience.

Vaillant combi boiler Prices

Vaillant combi boilers cost between £2,445-£4,000 depending on the size and model of boiler you select to heat your home (boiler and installation).

Being a premium boiler brand, with a new Vaillant combi you get what you pay for, an excellent product that from its efficient performance can save you money in the long run.

Opting for a potentially cheaper boiler may result in you having to cover replacement or repair costs due to product inferiority, budget boilers produce budget performances and can leave you out of pocket when they let you down.

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