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Couple of plumbing related question

Question: Firstly, I want to replace a couple of radiators. I look in Screfix and see them 500 or 600 mm in length. Where is that length actually measured from? Where the pipes join or the size of the actual panels? Secondly, This is a shot in the dark but...I have a nice big loft but cutting it in half is a water tank. Someone once said I could change my boiler to a combi boiler and get rid of this tank (Thus opening up the loft...Is that true and how much we talking for such a thing (I know there will be variable costs with moving pipes etc but just an estimate.



Answer: -Since the point where the valve screws into the radiator is typicall flush with the side, the length of either is the same. Note that the radiator valves do not come with the radiator - perhaps that is what you are thinking about. True... Combis can be had for 500 or so and up, a decent condensing one with good hot water flow rate would be 800+ If you have it installed than you can expect to pay that much again or more if you are having the cold water tank (cistern) and hot water cylinder taken out and all the replumbing done as well. (unless you DIY that is) -Or just move it to one side. Rather cheaper. If a large loft, raise it into the apex. Perhaps change to two or more smaller ones to make most use of the space. Still miles cheaper than a combi, and none of the problems.




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