How much gas does your boiler use?

If your energy costs have increased or you are investigating alternatives to a gas boiler, one of the most important things you will need to know as a homeowner is how much fuel a boiler generally consumes. Several factors influence how much is used, but one simple way to tell is to look at the Kwh of your boiler and its efficiency rating.  

What is KwH?

A kW is a power measurement, while a kWh is a measurement of how much energy is utilised. For example, a 24 kW boiler will need 24 kWh of energy for every hour it works to heat your house. This will most likely appear on your energy statement since it is utilised by providers to figure out the overall cost. If your bill is more than you thought, you can look into why this is and find an efficient way to run your boiler.

How much does it cost to run your gas boiler per hour?

You'll spend around 2.4p per kilowatt-hour for using a gas boiler. This indicates that running a 35 kW boiler for one hour will cost you roughly £0.84. However, this is heavily dependent on several factors such as the type of boiler you have, age and the tariff set by your energy provider.

If you have noticed an increase in your energy bills, we recommend contacting your energy provider to check if there has been an increase in gas prices. If the prices have not been increased, we recommend getting a qualified heating engineer to check if your boiler is running safely and efficiently because if there is a leak, it can cause an increase in your heating bills.

Speak to a heating engineer

At Pipeline Plumbing Services Ltd, we offer professional boiler repair services throughout Pulborough, Billingshurst, Storrington, Horsham and West Sussex. If you would like to know more, contact us on 01903 740538 or 07871 725133.

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