Should You Install a Boiler in a Bedroom?
You might not immediately consider the bedroom as a potential location for a boiler in the house. Yet, a boiler can be installed in a bedroom, and some people are starting to do so.
Modern boilers are actually quite safe to place in a bedroom, though there are certain limits to think about before you take the plunge and move the boiler there. They can be hidden away in a closet, where nobody will ever find them. Have a look at the factors to think about if you’re starting to wonder if putting a boiler in your bedroom is a wise idea.
Is a bedroom relocation for your boiler in the cards? If that’s the case, we’re here to make it so. Get in touch with us, and we’ll send a team to your home to install a boiler and walk you through the process. If everything sounds OK to you, we’ll schedule your boiler installation for a time that works for you.
An Interrupting Noise
The most cutting-edge and pricey boilers still make some noise. If you’re thinking about putting the boiler in your bedroom, you should give this some serious consideration.
Boilers always make some sort of noise, whether they’re in a kitchen, attic, or utility room, but you’ve probably never paid any attention to yours until now. Yet, if you relocate the boiler near your bedroom, the low hum of its operation may disrupt your sleep. When a combination boiler is heating water, you can typically hear it, and if the room is really quiet, you may even hear the flame ignite.
If you find that your boiler is making a bit more noise than usual, it’s probably because there’s something wrong with the appliance. If the noise coming from your boiler seems to be getting louder or is different from what you’re used to, you should have it checked out.
Get in touch with one of our professionals to schedule a checkup for your boiler and discover any problems it may be experiencing. Most likely, a quick repair is all that’s needed to have your boiler up and running again, noise and all.
Storage Cabinets for the Bedroom
Modern boilers are small enough to be hidden under custom furniture, such as a wardrobe. Unfortunately, even the smallest boiler will still require some floor space in your bedroom.
Sacrificing a wardrobe in favour of a boiler might not seem like the best choice, considering how crucial closet space is to many of us. This may not be a concern if your bedroom is spacious and you have multiple closets in which to put your clothes. Before consulting an expert, plan out your bedroom’s layout and think about where you’d like your boiler to be concealed.
Radiant Boiler Heat
The production of heat and the heating of water are the two primary functions of a boiler. Thus it shouldn’t be shocking if the programme generates some warmth. If your boiler is located in the attic or a utility room, you probably won’t even notice this, but if it’s in your bedroom, it could be an issue.
The addition of a boiler may make your bedroom too hot to sleep in during the hottest months of the year, so keep that in mind if you plan on sleeping there during the summer. We wouldn’t suggest putting a boiler in your bedroom if it gets hot in there already.
If you have no other choice but to sleep with the boiler on, there are steps you may take to keep your bedroom at a comfortable temperature. The boiler’s cabinet can be insulated to prevent the entire room from being heated by the appliance. Nonetheless, if the boiler is placed in this location, it is likely that the space will still feel slightly warmer than it otherwise would.
Requirements and Rules
When relocating or installing a boiler, there are a variety of safety standards that must be met. There are a few that focus on the topic of boilers in bedrooms. While it’s wise to familiarise yourself with the laws, rest assured that any Gas Safe licenced engineer will know how to install a boiler securely even in a bedroom.
Since October 1998, it has been illegal to install a gas fire, gas space heater or gas water heater that is more powerful than 14 kilowatts in a bedroom or other room used for sleeping unless the item is room sealed. That applies to gas boilers as well. A safety mechanism that cuts off the gas supply in the case of problems that cause fumes to be released is required if the appliance is not room sealed.
Carbon monoxide alarms should be installed in all sleeping areas of the home. Carbon monoxide is a colourless, odourless, and extremely poisonous gas that can build up in a home very quickly if ventilation is inadequate or nonexistent. Unfortunately, many individuals have perished in the past due to toxic gas leaks that went undiscovered. All members of the household will be warned of the presence of carbon monoxide by a carbon monoxide alarm, just as they would be by a smoke alarm.
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Contact us if you have any queries regarding relocating your existing boiler or would want to speak with an engineer about installing a new boiler. All of our employees are Gas Safe registered and have years of expertise installing, maintaining and fixing boilers. Get in touch with us if you’re curious.