Is Alpha E TEC A good boiler?
The Alpha E-Tec is a very efficient combi boiler that has an A-rating for hot water and a seasonal efficiency rating of 93%. This means that it is more than equipped to keep your home at the right temperature all year long and it will not cost you an arm and a leg to do so.
Why is my filling loop leaking?
It sounds like the filling loop is leaking. this is an isolation valve, they do tend to leak from the middle where you turn the valve on and off. The only way to remedy this is by changing the valve.
What is filling loop on a boiler?
A boiler filling loop is a pipe that is used to connect the central heating system to the mains water supply. Filling loops are used to recharge the water pressure in the central heating system if the boiler pressure gets too low.
How long is the warranty on a Alpha boiler?
between 2-7 years
Standard Alpha warranty Alpha warranties begin on the day of installation and the length depends on the model you purchase. Their combi boilers come with between 2-7 years warranty, 3-5 years as standard for system boilers and 3 years on their range of regular boilers.
Do all combi boilers have filling loops?
For the most part, you can tell by what type of boiler you have. For example, combi boilers usually have internal filling loops, so there is no installation necessary. Your plumber or heating engineer should have that taken care of for you.
Can I replace a filling loop?
As filling loops are quite cheap, we usually recommend you replace your filling loop if it doesn’t seem to be doing the job. There may be problems with internal valves which are difficult to fix individually and it is much quicker to try a new filling loop first.
What pipes does a filling loop go on?
The filling loop is installed between the mains cold water supply inlet and the central heating return pipe in the boiler and HIU.
Where is boiler filling loop?
What’s a boiler filling loop? The boiler filling loop is a small braided hose with a valve attached. It can be found inside your boiler, and its purpose is to allow you to add additional water to the heating system. Because the volume of your system is fixed, adding more water increases the pressure.