Hard to who knows owns what these days Stan, being in a garage I would go for a boiler pre insulated inside the casing another thing for you to consider ? Just serviced a HRE 36 combi I fitted a year ago and that is insulated . Kop
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That is a beautifully tidy installation, KOP. A real joy to see.
My garage installation is just that - the walls are (reconstituted) stone and all pipework and cabling in the garage is surface. At least it's easily accessed .
I was surprised at the takeover news regarding Intergas. You will know by now I have a soft spot for the brand.
I have most definite discounted a combi of any make for the reason outlined above - something will have to replace the Ideal Classic and that reduces the options. It would be fascinating to be able to look forward for a year (or two) to see where Intergas are then. Maybe the takeover will enhance their presence in the UK? But when you hear of a firm being absorbed into another you always fear the worst these days. I do hope they thrive though, I'd be sad if they didn't.