Relocating Boiler

kiptinui

We have a gas boiler in the kitchen - the model is "Baxi Solo". We're remodelling the kitchen and I was wondering if it would be possible to relocate this outside in some kind of enclosure.

I'm hoping it would sit on the wall it is on now, but on the external side.

Has anyone done something like this before? Know what kind of $$$ is involved? Would I need to buy a new unit or would the current one do?

Thanks!

RJF

5.1 Location
1. The appliance may be fitted to any suitable wall with the
flue passing through an outside wall and discharging to
atmosphere in a position permitting satisfactory removal of
combustion products and providing an adequate air supply.
The appliance should be fitted within the building unless
otherwise protected by a suitable enclosure ie. garage or
outhouse. (The appliance may be fitted inside a cupboard.
Cooling ventilation and insulation of the cupboard are not
required, see section 5.5.)

Tom44

Baxi Solo
Old and inefficient.
(Great boiler in its day )

Bit like respraying a ford Escort to get another 20 years at good MPG and no trouble.

Your call.

DGOBS

They are designed for internal use only, so if fitted exterior they would need to be in a structure that gives the same level of weather protection as indoors, and will also require a frost thermostat to protect the appliance and pipework from freezing.

I would suggest replacing for something more efficient.

As above like your 20 year old escort giving you no trouble, it would still be a gas guzzling polluter when compared to a modern car!

RJF

The Baxi solo HE models can have (A rated) seasonal efficiency which varies between 90.4 and 91.3 depending on size and model.

The PF models will certainly have lower efficiency in the 70's - D rated.

What is the exact model you have?

kiptinui

Thanks folks, I appreciate the advice! I'm going to go back to the drawing board with this.

Calahonda52

kiptinui wrote: »

Thanks folks, I appreciate the advice! I'm going to go back to the drawing board with this.

You should really try and keep it inside if at all possible: put the beer fridge outside instead:D