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Heating advice

  • 12-12-2011 5:01pm
    #1
    pcooney
    Registered Users Posts: 24 ✭


    Hi All,
    Looking for some advice if possible.

    I am on a new build and getting solar, oil ch and Back boiler installed.

    We are putting in a triple coil 300 l cylinder.

    Is it ok to have Back Boiler on this system?
    Is it possible to have this system as a pumped system so that we can use this water for showers and have good pressure in taps?

    What is the best way around this?

    Thanks for help.


Comments

  • #2
    bbam
    Closed Accounts Posts: 7,410 ✭✭✭bbam


    We have the same system with a stove with back boiler, are you having an open fire with back boiler? A stove would be much more efficient..
    A reputable plumber should be able to set your system up to work fine..


  • #3
    Cappry
    Closed Accounts Posts: 5 ✭Cappry


    Hi. I have a 280litre 316 grade stainless steel cylinder.
    It has the large 3rd coil at the bottom for Solar, but I never actually installed Solar.

    My original plumber did not install it properly.
    I am having it looked at, and am now told that the tank itself is perfect (5 yrs old - lifespan ~20yrs), but I need to install a larger triple coil of 600litres plus.

    So looks like I am going that way...and probably sell the cylinder I have.


  • #4
    BryanF
    Moderators, Home & Garden Moderators Posts: 10,140 Mod ✭✭✭✭BryanF


    hi pcooney,
    if your working to the 2011 regs that'll be quiet a few solar panels, you may find it worth while to consider a lager tank.. (have your done your BER renewable requirements calc?)


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