To set the scene. I live in a small 1930's three bed terrace.
It currently has a gas boiler fronted by a gas fire in the front room. I'd guess it dates from the late 70's.
I haven't used the fire in years. I haven't used the boiler for nearly a year either, though both have been serviced in the past so they are probably passable for safety.
Gas is currently switched off following a new meter installation so I need it passed before It gets reconnected.
I want to get the central heating back working and would like to know if I can get a modern version of a boiler to fit in the fireplace?
I intend to extend & renovate extensively in 3-5 years when I can do the job right and hang a boiler on an outside extension wall and redo all services under floors and kitchen units, but at present I'd like to minimise cost and disturbance for an interim solution.
So the question is, Is it still possible to fit a boiler in a fireplace?
If so is a new flue required?
Could a balanced flue be run up the chimney?
Or should I forget about it and hope to get the current ancient kit passed for another few years?
It currently has a gas boiler fronted by a gas fire in the front room. I'd guess it dates from the late 70's.
I haven't used the fire in years. I haven't used the boiler for nearly a year either, though both have been serviced in the past so they are probably passable for safety.
Gas is currently switched off following a new meter installation so I need it passed before It gets reconnected.
I want to get the central heating back working and would like to know if I can get a modern version of a boiler to fit in the fireplace?
I intend to extend & renovate extensively in 3-5 years when I can do the job right and hang a boiler on an outside extension wall and redo all services under floors and kitchen units, but at present I'd like to minimise cost and disturbance for an interim solution.
So the question is, Is it still possible to fit a boiler in a fireplace?
If so is a new flue required?
Could a balanced flue be run up the chimney?
Or should I forget about it and hope to get the current ancient kit passed for another few years?