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What Size Boiler Output Am I Likely To Need?

The following is offered as an example, not a definitive guide. Every litre of capacity in a boiler provides about 86.5 watts (.865kW) or 295 BTU's. As a very general guide an average 3 bedroom house is likely to require a boiler output somewhere in the region of 5.86kW to 8.79kW or 20,000 to 30,000 BTU's, with 75% needed for central heating and 25% for hot water.
Always Seek Professional Advice Before Making A Final Decision
While we hope this information will be helpful, we must emphasise that these figures should only be used as a guide because of the many factors that will govern each individual installation. A proper survey should be carried out by a qualified heating engineer.
....Please seek advice from your Villager dealer before a final order is placed.
Villager Boilers Are Virtually Maintenance Free
For those customers who wish to burn wood or multi-fuel on a regular basis, a Villager stove with the correct boiler output is a very cost effective option. For one thing, a stove on a hearth is much more pleasant to look at and enjoy than a blank radiator. In addition the boiler will be virtually maintenance free and almost certainly cost significantly less to buy and install than it's more conventional square box counterparts.



 





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