Replacement Boiler Queries

[Rautospoon]

I have an 18 year old Ideal Classic NF40 boiler installed in my bungalow from new. It is located in the loft, being moved up from the garage directly below when I converted it. The loft is well boarded with lighting, ready access to the boiler and a handrail and the boiler has been serviced annually and (touch wood !) seems to work fine.

1. If / when I ever needed to replace it, could members recommend what they consider to be the best and most reliable current make and model of boiler (NOT a combi) on the market ? I would very much prefer "basic, sold and reliaable" rather than "all singing and dancing" !

2. Any advice regarding the condensate pipe ? All the foul drainage pipework is located at the opposite end of the bungalow, although there is a surface water plastic down pipe about 6 feet away from the flue. Would any down pipe used need insulating / heating as well as the condensate pipe itself ?


Any advice, views, opinions would be much appreciated.

Cheers.

 

[tamz]

Classic's are simple reliable boilers. I'd keep it until it rots. It will last longer and give you less trouble than any new condensing boiler.

 

[Rautospoon]

Classic's are simple reliable boilers. I'd keep it until it rots. It will last longer and give you less trouble than any new condensing boiler.

Thanks for the reply. Yes I am very well aware of the excellent reputation of this boiler and the ready availability of most spare parts for it on the interenet and I have no desire whatsoever to replace it ! I have an "enquiring mind" and am merely "thinking ahead" and would be (generally) interested to hear experienced members opinions on the 2 questions I have posed.
Cheers.

 

[Simon F]

best to look when you need it, how far forward are you looking? years?
boiler design keeps changing to be efficient and competitive
decide on a budget, you tend to get a better appliance at a higher price