Central Heating Installed and Upgraded

Central heating is crucial for comfortable living in the UK, especially during the winter months. It enhances your home’s warmth and value. Central heating systems come in various forms, each with its own set of considerations. If you are considering installing a full central heating system or want to upgrade some elements of your current heating, you can trust Sasta Gas to provide what you need. 

We offer the latest combi-boiler, system boiler and regular boiler heating systems. We analyse your requirements by understanding your usage and suggest the right heating system to meet your needs. From installing a new boiler to adding radiators or towel warmers, we cover it all. Our team of Gas Safe registered engineers has the experience and qualifications to safely install everything you require.

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How Much Does New Central Heating Cost?

The cost of a new central heating installation can vary significantly based on several factors, including the size of your home, the complexity of the system being installed, and whether it’s a new installation or an upgrade of an existing system.

Factors such as the need for additional pipework, the condition of existing installations, and the type of floors and walls (concrete floors, for example, can complicate pipework installation) can all influence the duration of the project and, therefore, the cost.

The best way to understand how much a new central heating system costs in Orpington, Sevenoaks and Bromley is to request a quote from us. You’re under no obligation to proceed.

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Here’s what you can expect:

  • New installations: A completely new central heating system in a typical three-bedroom house can take three to five days to install. This includes fitting a new boiler, installing radiators throughout the house, and laying all necessary pipework.
  • Boiler replacement: If you’re simply replacing an old boiler with a new one, the work can often be completed in 1 to 2 days, assuming there are no complications and the new boiler is of a similar type and size.
  • Upgrading radiators: Adding or replacing radiators can usually be done in 1 day per radiator, depending on the adjustments needed to pipework.
  • Full system upgrade: Upgrading an entire system, including the boiler, radiators and controls, might take 4 to 7 days. This is because the system may need to be redesigned to accommodate the new components.

Different Central Heating Systems

There are different types of heating systems, and the best one for your home often depends on your property’s size, your budget, and your personal preferences.

You have a choice of three different types of central heating boilers: combi (combination) boilers, system boilers, and regular boilers (also known as conventional or heat only). The boiler you need will depend on your property’s size, age and location, as well as your demand for central heating and hot water.

Combi boilers

Combi boilers get their cold water supply directly from the mains and they heat water on demand.

This means they do not need an external hot water cylinder in an airing cupboard or a cold water tank in the attic, which makes them a great choice for smaller homes.

Advantages of a combi boiler
  • Compact size – fits in a kitchen cupboard
  • Hot water is instant and on demand
  • No need for any tanks or cylinders
  • Highly efficient
  • Mains water pressure

System boilers

System boilers take their water supply directly from the mains.

The water is heated and then stored in a hot water cylinder, ready for use when a hot water tap is turned or the central heating is switched on.

Advantages of a system boilers
  • You can get hot water for multiple taps and showers at the same time without losing water pressure or seeing a temperature drop
  • No need for a cold water feed tank
  • Mains water pressure
  • Compatible with solar thermal panels

Regular boilers

Regular boilers are the oldest type of central heating boiler around, but they’ve really advanced over the years to be more efficient than ever.

Regular boilers require several parts, including the boiler, hot water cylinder, cold water storage tank in the loft, and an expansion cistern.

Advantages of a regular boiler
  • Meets high demand for heating and hot water
  • Increased in efficiency over time
  • An immersion heater can be fitted to the hot water tank as an alternative way to heat water
  • Compatible with solar thermal panels