Best Approach To Water Heating In Homes
Posted: Friday, November 13, 2009
by Tal Potishman
Heating Central
Water heating is relatively quite uncomplicated in homes where water usage is quite small. Usually a combi-boiler is used, and where households are much bigger, than a system boiler and a storage cylinder. This can work fine when there are not many people living in the house. However, if there are many people living in the house and it is bigger, it can become a bit more complicated.
Many often decide to take a a simple upsizing approach and fit a bigger storage cylinder.
Nonetheless, there are other options available which will suit both the consumer and the installer. This way the consumer will feel satisfied with the quality of service and the installer will feel happier making a good profit.
Continuous-flow water heating in the home
This type of technology is called continuous-flow water heating. Traditionally, gas has always been relatively cheap and insulation standards have been low. Therefore, up until now, consumers have not had to worry about water heating being a cost issue. They never sought to pay much attention to design and installation.
Nowadays due to better insulation standards, it is bringing lower heat requirements to the point where year-round heating consumption is about equal to, or even below the DHW requirement. Another factor to take into consideration is that building regulations improvements over the next few years make the economics of water heating even more important.
Changing needs amongst consumers
Changing needs and wants for hot water are also making an impact amongst consumers. A leading manufacturer conducted a survey asking about requirements for customer's next bathroom. Many of the answers that were given back included the need for a better water service.
Many of the consumers wished for more power in the showers, walk in showers, bigger baths, and separate showers. Installers are well aware that consumers are very willing to invest a lot of time and money on the bathroom they want.
Nonetheless, many of them fail to be realistic about whether their water and heating system will actually deliver the service that matches their expectations. Many consumers fail to realise that combis and two shower and bath home cannot cope, particularly during the winter season.
A four or five person household would put immense pressure on the water usage. You should note that a lot of water will most likely be used during the morning rush hour and it is likely that the washing machine and the dishwasher will also be on the go.
However, the problems facing households are just minuscule compared to larger buildings such as commercial buildings. For instance, in a hotel or nursing home, if the hot water supply fails then this could lead to disastrous consequences for all concerned.
There are some manufacturers that can provide a solution to these potential problems. One model is a fanned-flued wall mounted appliance. The main feature is that it can deliver up to 54kWh directly into water with a controlled system that ensures that the water temperature remains within the" of the required flow whatever other demands are made for hot water.
As water usage is higher than ever before, it is time to look for modern alternatives.
Tal Potishman, editor of Heating Central, writes articles about central heating, boilers, plumber Southampton, underfloor heating and solar thermal. He specializes in helping save money by advising on efficient heating.
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