12 kW Boiler - Which One is Best for You?

If you&#;re looking for a new boiler and live in a flat or smaller home, then you&#;ve come to the right place! A 12kW (kilowatt) boiler is likely a good choice for your home&#;s heating and hot water needs. In this article, we&#;ll talk you through some of the different types of boilers available in 12kW.

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First things first, how do you know if 12kW is actually the right size for your home? Generally speaking, checking how many radiators you have is a good indicator of what size of boiler you&#;ll need. We&#;ve put together a guideline below:

No. of RadiatorsCombiSystemHeat-onlyUp to -27kW9-18kW9-18kWUp to -34kW18-26kW18-26kWUp to 20 (and over)35-42kW27-40kW27-40kW

As you can see from the table above, you not only need to think about your boiler&#;s output size (kW) but also whether you want a combi, system, or heat-only boiler. Depending on the boiler type, you can generally expect the cost of a 12kW boiler to range anywhere from £695 to £2,425.

And that&#;s not all &#; you&#;ll also need to consider factors such as the efficiency rating and warranty length of your boiler to know whether you&#;re getting good value for money or not. This is why it&#;s important to do your research and compare different boilers in order to find one that&#;s a perfect fit for your home.

As well as comparing boilers, you should also compare the rates of different installers. For example, a local installer may offer you a better deal than a larger company as they don't have to spend as much on travel costs. However, finding qualified and reliable installers can be a challenge if you don't know what to look for, and you can end up wasting hours of your time and feeling frustrated.

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12kW Electric Boilers

A 12kW electric boiler is perfect for a flat or smaller home. It should not only be able to meet your heating and hot water needs, but electric boilers also tend to be more compact compared to the average gas or oil boiler, making it ideal for saving space.

Electric boilers can also be a great option if you&#;re looking to reduce your carbon footprint. This is because, unlike gas and oil boilers, electric boilers do not release emissions whilst operating.

However, one caveat to this is that you need to consider where your electricity is coming from if you truly want to reduce your carbon emissions. Unfortunately, most electricity in the UK is currently generated from burning fossil fuels. However, potential alternatives to combat this are available, such as opting for a green energy supplier to increase the amount of green electricity in the grid or by installing your own photovoltaic panels.

Here are some top electric boiler options, all with 99.5% - 100% efficiency ratings, for you to consider:

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12kW Combi Boilers

Combi boilers are the most popular type of boiler in the UK. This is mainly for two reasons. Firstly, it&#;s compact and doesn&#;t require any extra components, meaning it can easily fit in one of your kitchen cupboards. Secondly, it can provide hot water on demand so you don&#;t have to wait for it to heat up.

A 12kW combi boiler is generally recommended for flats and smaller homes with less than 10 radiators.

Oil and gas combi boilers with 12kW are not very common, so our following list with the best combi boiler in the UK for this size consists of 12kW electric combi boilers.

1. Electric Heating Company Fusion Comet Electric Combi Boiler 12kW

The great thing not only about this particular model but electric boilers in general is that you won&#;t have to worry about carbon monoxide leaks or emissions being produced while your boiler is operating (however, with that being said, you still need to consider how your electricity is being generated and the emissions released during that process).

This 12kW electric combi boiler is considered to be a good fit for homes with 8 radiators. However, if you have less radiators in your home then the 6kW or 9kW models might be a better fit for you. Equally, if you have 10 radiators then your home then you should consider the 14.4kW model.

Some great features of this boiler include an energy-saving smart pump and also a solar DHW (domestic hot water) connection. These both give the potential to reduce your carbon footprint as well as your energy bills.

2. Electric Heating Company Fusion Astro 12 kW Combi Electric Boiler

Another top boiler from the Electric Heating Company is the Fusion Astro. Alongside the 12kW model, it is also available in output sizes 14.4kW, 18kW, and 24kW, so you&#;re likely to find something that suits your needs.

The Fusion Astro is a combi boiler, however, if for example you own a bath and need a bit more hot water, then it can be redesigned to heat water in a cylinder. Some other great features of this boiler include quiet operation, quick heat-up times, and is compatible with underfloor heating.

3. Elnur Mattira MAC15 12kW Electric Combi Boiler

The last 12kW combi boiler on this list is Elnur&#;s Mattira MAC15. It can be wall mounted and has selectable outputs from 3kW up to 15kW, meaning you can have full control over your boiler&#;s output and save energy.

It includes a digital display with user-adjustable controls as well as allows for adjustable temperature regulation. Furthermore, it is also suitable for homes with underfloor heating.

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There are many different types of boiler on the market, but there are different sizes too.

If you (want to) use electricity to power your boiler, this guide will help you choose the right size for your home to ensure you&#;re getting a cost-effective boiler system that&#;s right for you.

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Electric boiler

An electric boiler works in the same way as any boiler, it is the power source that differs. Electricity is used to run the boiler to heat the water and central heating systems using a heating element.

While gas is still the most common, electricity is a fairly cheap energy source that is a great alternative for households that have no access to mains gas.

A few benefits are:

• No risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
• No storage tanks for oil or LPG.
• No flue or gas pipes are needed.
• Electric boilers are more quiet than other fuel boilers.
• They are easy to service and maintain.
• They are more eco-friendly.
• There is no need for annual servicing.

Which size electric boiler do I need?

Electric boilers are physically compact but when it comes to boilers, the &#;size&#; generally refers to its power output in kW.

Electric boilers are less powerful than gas boilers, so they are suitable for homes with a maximum of 3 bedrooms.

The higher the kW output, the more powerful the boiler will be.

A good guide is to assume you use 1.5 kW for each radiator and go from there. When you have 4 radiators in your home, you need an electric boiler with a kW output of 6 kW.

The size you choose will depend on how much heating and hot water your home needs, so think about the following when choosing a size.

• How much hot water does your home need? (with a combi electric boiler)
• Do you need multiple faucets running at once? (with a combi electric boiler)
• How many radiators do you have?

Below you find an overview:

Radiators &#; Electric boiler kW output

• 4 radiators &#; 6kW
• 6 radiators &#; 9kW
• 8 radiators  &#; 12kW
• 10 radiators &#; 15kW

When your home has more than 10 radiators, it is more efficient to install a gas or other fuel boiler.

What size electric boiler do I need for underfloor heating?

Underfloor heating is a low-temperature heating system. So it doesn&#;t need high temperatures to heat your home, like a for example regular radiators. Underfloor heating can heat your home comfortably with a temperature of around 35 °C.

Because of the lower temperature that is required, you can use an electric boiler in combination with underfloor heating quite comfortably.

An electric boiler with a 6 kW can be enough for an underfloor heating system to run.

Ask an underfloor heating specialist or a boiler installer which size of electric boiler is suitable for your home. Get your free boiler quotes here. Interested in underfloor heating? Get your no-obligation and free underfloor heating quotes here.

A heat only or combination electric boiler?

Electric boilers are available as heat only or combi systems. Heat only boilers are more commonly known as regular boilers and heat water in a large tank, ready for use.

Whereas an electric combi boiler heats water directly from the mains. Both electric boilers don&#;t use fossil fuels and can be powered by solar panels.

Which one you choose will depend on your water usage and home type, but the main features of each boiler are:

Heat only boilers

• A heat-only boiler stores water ready for use in your central heating system;
• You need an extra hot water boiler for hot tap water;
• Heat only systems are suited to large homes with a considerable demand for hot water.

Electric Combi Boilers

• They are relatively small and light;
• Combine central heating and hot water needs in one unit;
• No hot water boiler is needed for the hot tap water.

Examples of electric boilers in different sizes

It is important to have a budget in mind when looking for a boiler. The kW output, boiler brand, and energy rating will all affect the cost.

We have listed a few examples below to give you an idea of the average costs, as well as information about the different boiler sizes.

The prices listed are for the boiler unit only and do not include installation costs.

Comet Electric system boiler 6 kW

This 6kW boiler is easy to install and has a simple control panel. All Comet boilers use a stainless steel heat exchange and 6 stage heating system to minimise electricity usage and improve efficiency.

It also has High Current Thermal cut-off for added protection.

• Price: £1,235
• Energy efficiency: 100%

Heatrae Sadia Electromax Combi 9Kw

It has 9kW power output and comes with a 2-year warranty. This model is made in the UK and is great for powering underfloor heating and is completely silent when running.

• Price: £1,900
• Energy efficiency: 99.8%

Potterton Gold 12 KW Heat Only Electric Boiler

This heat only boiler is 12kW so has a high power output, yet only costs £695. It is very compact and is great for space-saving. It is also very lightweight so it can be mounted in the most convenient place in your property.

• Price: £695
• Energy efficiency: 100%

Elnur Mattira 15 kW Electric Combi Boiler

This is one of the most powerful electric boilers on the market and this is reflected in the cost of around £2,370. It is a safe and reliable system that is digitally modulating which results in less energy waste.

• Price:£2,370
• Energy efficiency: 100%

What are the installation costs of the electric boilers?

The average labour costs for an electric boiler is between £500 to £900.

*These costs are without the electric boiler itself.

What are the total costs?

So for example the total costs (labour and electric boiler) of a Heatrae Sadia Electromax Combi 9Kw are (£675 + £1,900) £2,575.

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For an electric boiler, you don&#;t need a Gas Safe boiler installer, but you do need a professional who is qualified to install electric boilers. It is recommended to get quotes from local boiler installers, so you can compare to ensure you get the best deal.

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