Boilers

Q: How big a boiler do I need?

This depends on your living situation—how many people you have living with you, how many radiators you have around the house and how often you use hot water. In general, a heat-only boiler of roughly 28 kW will be sufficient for most standard families living in an average occupancy house.

Boilers are fantastic for keeping your water heated and at the right temperature needed for hot baths and showers. Across Australia, boilers are a staple in most households due to their efficiency, low overall cost and general usability. ArchiPro has an impressive line of high-quality boilers from trusted suppliers that can be fitted into nearly any existing building or new build, taking care of all your hot water needs. These include heat-only boilers, system boilers, and combi heaters, offering a multitude of possibilities to suit your specific heating needs.

Featuring the best boilers in Australia

ArchiPro has curated a top-of-the-line range of some of the best electric boilers and water boilers in Australia. The broad range of styles means that whatever your budget or requirements, you will be able to find a boiler that meets your needs. Featuring only the most reputable and trusted brands in the business, you can be confident when browsing on ArchiPro that you’ll be seeing only the best of the very best.

Types of boilers

Heat-only boilers

Heat only boilers are the most conventional style in Australia. These boilers utilise a cold water tank and a hot water cylinder. Often situated in an airing cupboard or a dedicated utility room, they are designed for heating a large volume of water that can be stored for use over an extended period. This ensures there's always a reserve of hot water available, making them particularly suitable for homes with multiple bathrooms or large families.

System boilers

System boilers are essentially more streamlined versions of the classic heat-only boilers. While they still make use of a hot water cylinder, they don't need a cold water tank, making them more compact and easier to accommodate in modern homes. They are especially prevalent in homes that have an unvented hot water cylinder. System boilers are praised for their straightforward installation process and ability to provide a steady supply of hot water to multiple outlets simultaneously without a drop in pressure.

Combi heaters

Combi heaters, or combination boilers, are renowned for their dual functionality. They provide central heating and instant hot water directly from the boiler itself, eliminating the need for a separate hot water cylinder or storage tank. This compact, all-in-one approach makes them a popular choice for smaller homes or apartments. Being external units, combi boilers free up indoor space and are favored for their ability to deliver hot water immediately upon demand, ensuring no wait time and efficient energy use during everyday activities.

The advantages of high-quality boilers

Having a high-quality boiler means that you can have access to water at the desired temperature when you want it. A good boiler and buffer tank fits the space you have selected and heats up at the time that you prefer. Modern boilers have the advantage of being quicker to heat up to boiling than older ones and are built to last so don’t have to be replaced as often.

How to choose a boiler that’s right for you

Making sure you understand where your boiler will be positioned is the first step to choosing a boiler that is right for you. Measure how big your space is and then check those dimensions against the specifications of the boiler you are considering. In Australia, the size of the boiler is also important with respect to the number of people in your household. Your hot water professional will be able to advise you accordingly on this. Additionally, you should check the type of boiler you are considering against the type of boiler that you actually need. Some are made for specific applications which may or may not be applicable to you. In addition to boilers, you can use air-to-water pumps provide eco-friendly heating through renewable energy sources, and electric water heaters offer a cost-effective and easily controllable hot water solution to suit your needs.

How long do boilers usually last?

Most boilers in Australia can be expected to last for roughly 15 years. The general longevity of your boiler can be altered by how often you interfere with it (generally boilers should be left untouched to fulfil their job) or by any damage, natural or otherwise, that is inflicted.

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