Why should I hire a professional to install a new heater?
Installing a new heater is a very laborious process. Since you not only want to replace the radiator, but you also want to install a completely new heater, the storage devices, all heat pumps and lines must also be installed and routed. This is definitely too complex for a DIY system. For insurance purposes, it is also important that a professional, such as a plumber, takes care of the heating installation. If you install the heating yourself and something goes wrong, your insurance may not cover it.
What should be taken into account when planning a heating system?
Before you decide to install a new heater, think carefully about the performance you expect from the heater: Do you want the heater to heat the water at the same time? Do you want conventional heating or do you want to include renewable energy sources? Do you want to install underfloor heating so that it is also warm from below?
What are the benefits of installing a new heater?
Energy prices, and thus the accompanying costs, are increasing every year. You can counteract this increase by installing a new heater. Outdated heating systems waste a lot of energy and use more gas or oil than necessary. New heating systems save energy. In particular, heating systems using renewable energy sources are on the rise and save a lot of money.
What preparations need to be made for the installation of a new heater?
Installation of a new heater Of course, if there is an old heater, it must be removed first. That should be left to a professional. If the old heating is being postponed or if your home is in a new building, do not forget to paint the walls and floor in the rooms where the heating elements and devices come in or to install floor coverings before installing the heating. This is much easier to do before installing the heater than after. The heating installer takes care of everything else.
Which heater is right for me?
There are many heaters that differ mainly in terms of energy source, efficiency, CO2 emissions, economy and price. When it comes to the energy source, you can choose, for example, between natural gas, liquid petroleum gas, night storage (electricity), heat pumps and renewable energy support. If you decide to use a heating source with renewable energy, you should inquire about subsidies from your region. Many regions stimulate the use of heating devices that use renewable energy. This is especially suitable for larger houses. Which heater is best for your home depends on living space, home construction, insulation and many other factors. Get real advice from experts when choosing a heater!
How much time does it take to plan the installation of heating?
How long it will take to install a complete heating system depends entirely on the type of heating and the associated costs. It is also decisive if your house is still under construction or if the new heating system should replace the old one. In general, you should expect several weeks to two months. For example, in the case of simpler installations, where the heating pipes are not laid in the floor, but on the walls, the installation can take only 5-10 days.
