Gas Boiler or Electric Boiler
Electric boilers heat water using an element rather than burning fuel, removing the need for a flue or gas supply entirely.
Electric boilers heat water using an element rather than burning fuel, removing the need for a flue or gas supply entirely. They suit specific situations rather than being a general alternative to gas.
The case for a gas boiler
Properties with an existing gas supply and a reasonable heating demand are generally well served by a gas boiler's higher output and lower running complexity for a whole house.
The case for an electric boiler
Flats or small properties without a gas supply, or situations where flue routing is genuinely impossible, suit an electric boiler's simple, flueless installation.
Which wins when
Electric boilers typically suit smaller heat demands well; larger properties with substantial heating and hot water needs are usually better matched to gas or another higher-output source.
What tips the decision in a real property
- Whether a gas supply is available or can be brought in
- Property size and total heat demand
- Flue routing options if going with gas
Who does the work
- Gas Safe registered engineers — registration 554328
- Worcester Bosch accredited installer
- John The Plumb Ltd, company registration 10026483
Discuss which boiler fuel suits your property
Tell us whether you have a gas supply and your property size and we'll advise honestly on the best fit.
Questions we get asked
Are electric boilers as powerful as gas boilers?
Generally lower output, which suits smaller properties well but can struggle to meet demand in a larger house without electric-specific system design.
Do electric boilers need a flue?
No, which is one of their main practical advantages in flats or properties where flue routing is difficult.
Is finance available for either type?
Finance is available on boiler installations at 7.9% APR, subject to status, regardless of fuel type.