Zapp Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 In the not too distant future I'm likely to be looking to move into my late father's house. One of the things which will need addressing before we do is the central heating which has all but stopped working. I'm contemplating replacing the existing boiler with a gas rayburn. I've found one locally which is more than adequate in terms of output and at a good price. My question is around whether such an appliance could be fitted by a boiler/gas engineer, or would I need a specialist Rayburn engineer? Many thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterHenry Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 11 minutes ago, Zapp said: In the not too distant future I'm likely to be looking to move into my late father's house. One of the things which will need addressing before we do is the central heating which has all but stopped working. I'm contemplating replacing the existing boiler with a gas rayburn. I've found one locally which is more than adequate in terms of output and at a good price. My question is around whether such an appliance could be fitted by a boiler/gas engineer, or would I need a specialist Rayburn engineer? Many thanks! From my experience with Aga, which is now part of the same group as Rayburn, there arnt any engineers employed by them directly anymore - they are all self employed and Aga / Rayburn just act as the middle man. We got our Aga serviced for a few years after its purchase by someone sent to us via Aga, but now we just contact them directly and cut Aga out. This is largely Aga's fault as their customer service is beyond dire. So, in a round about way, you would be getting an independent engineer either way. Thats probably not the most helpful answer, but it all can say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zapp Posted January 21, 2021 Author Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 Just now, PeterHenry said: From my experience with Aga, which is now part of the same group as Rayburn, there arnt any engineers employed by them directly anymore - they are all self employed and Aga / Rayburn just act as the middle man. We got our Aga serviced for a few years after its purchase by someone sent to us via Aga, but now we just contact them directly and cut Aga out. This is largely Aga's fault as their customer service is beyond dire. So, in a round about way, you would be getting an independent engineer either way. Thats probably not the most helpful answer, but it all can say. Yes, that is helpful, thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterHenry Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 1 minute ago, Zapp said: Yes, that is helpful, thank you. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wb123 Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 Around here oil ones seem to be much cheaper, and the old vaporising burners are very easy to service by oneself. I save £400 a year vs my colleague with a gas one on servicing which covers rather a lot of oil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnfromUK Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 I had a an Aga (mains gas) until about 5 years ago (and actually still have an Aga badged 'Rangemaster' electric cooker - Rangemaster are part of the same group). AgA are utterly useless and unhelpful ......... which was at the end of the day why I went for the all electric 'Rangemaster'. I ended up with athe AgA badged version because the styling and size suited where the AgA came out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDog Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 Send a message to Agaman on the forum. He will offer an opinion I am sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zapp Posted January 21, 2021 Author Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 15 minutes ago, JDog said: Send a message to Agaman on the forum. He will offer an opinion I am sure. Good idea, thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aga man Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 (edited) Hi Zapp, a Rayburn is placed in situ in one piece as apposed to an Aga which is built in position. A general heating engineer can connect it all up as with any other gas boiler following installation instructions which are mostly available online. I might be useful to look for independent Aga/Rayburn engineers in the area though as you will no doubt need one for service/repairs in the future. If you know of the model of Rayburn you are interested in i can advise further on reliabilty and availability of spares etc. Quite happy to advise by pm if you prefer.👍 Edited January 21, 2021 by aga man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walker570 Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 I have just seen the seventh load of oil delivered to our neighbour who has an oil fired model. Our house is as big and much older but we only have one load a year (1200ltrs) which covers all the hot water and central heating. We cook on an electric Rangenaster stove which I cannot fault. The Aga fitted by my parents went to the scrap man when we moved in 30yrs ago. In my view about all they are fit for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WalkedUp Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 10 minutes ago, Walker570 said: The Aga fitted by my parents went to the scrap man when we moved in 30yrs ago. In my view about all they are fit for. I would agree with you but my wife would consider even thinking those words to be on par with treason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stonepark Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 Aga\Rayurn are about 40% efficient when running oil compared to an 85% modern oil central heating boiler with jets and aga are 50% efficient using gas where a good modern gas boiler is 90% plus and unless you have a deep pockets, aga offer no advantage over an electric or multifuel range (gas and electric) and a modern boiler system. You will likely need a specialist engineer as a lot of boiler engineers are just part fitters and have no idea where to start on an Aga. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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