That’s the message from Biasi, manufacturers of Boilers, Radiators and Renewables.

Scrapping the VAT on high efficiency boilers and renewables will almost certainly help to rejuvenate the hard hit construction industry, supporting existing plumbers, builders and suppliers as well as generating new jobs within the green economy. In addition to this, replacing an old inefficient boiler with a new high efficiency boiler could save the user over £200 per year on fuel bills as well as collectively saving thousands of tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions every year. Renewables also go some way in reducing fuel bills and emmisions. Solar Thermal Water Heating can reduce your water heating bill by as much as £85 a year. And Solar PV can generate around 40% of a household’s yearly electricity need.

Biasi would like to draw this to the attention of homeowners and businesses alike. Why not join the campaign to encourage the government to cut the VAT on high efficiency boilers and renewables, making it more affordable for us all to heat our homes and businesses. The mission is simple, help everyone stopping wasting energy and save money on their energy bills by making it cheaper for everyone to upgrade their heating system.

BHL wholeheartedly support this initiative and thank Biasi for raising this issue. Most people would like to upgrade their heating system for a more energy efficient one but a lot of customers are put off by the high cost of some green products. This is a real shame, but we feel the relaxing of VAT on such products would encourage more sales.

Get involved by signing up and spread the word to encourage others to register their support. Scrap the VAT, Sign the online petition now

BHL will be visiting this years EcoBuild 2010 at Earls Court, London. EcoBuild is the country’s largest exhibition for the sustainable building sector and it offers the opportunity to view the latest energy saving and renewable products including Solar Water Heating Panels, Solar PV Panels, Ground Source Heat Pumps, Water Harvesting and High Efficiency Condensing Boilers, as well as developments in sustainable design, construction and the build enviroment.

All the leading names from the industry will be displaying their latest products at the conference including Worcester Bosch, Vaillant, Glow-Worm, Baxi, Grundfos, Bristan, Biasi, Ideal Boilers, Pegler Yorkshire and Cistermiser.

Amongst the manufacturers displaying new lines at EcoBuild is Worcester Bosch who will showcase a selection of new products, including  the new Worcester Greenfloor underfloor heating system as well as the Worcester Micro CHP unit – which is due for release in 2011. Worcester are also launching MVHR (mechanical ventilation and heat recovery) which will be displayed as part of a model house.

To find out about our visit to EcoBuild and the products we discovered, be sure to follow our blog in the next few weeks.

The Baxi Bermuda was first introduced back in 1969 and was extremely popular, accounting for 80% of the 2.4million back boiler units still in operation today. The BBU quite literally filled the void left by the old coal fired boiler in the fireplace. Burning ‘clean’ gas the homeowner enjoyed a central heating boiler and a gas fire in one incredibly well-designed appliance. As such, the Baxi Bermuda was a rarity in the boiler industry, a much loved appliance specified by the end user.

This workhorse was also a remarkably reliable boiler with an anticipated lifespan of 20 years. In later years the Bermuda consisted of two boiler options and a range of Bermuda renewal fire fronts (which are still available)

We at BHL are always keen to learn about new developments within the industry so when we heard about the new Baxi Bermuda back boiler we contacted Baxi’s Ian Scott who provided an informative and engaging presentation.

In addition to informing us that there are an amazing 2.4m back boilers on the market today – wow – he also talked us through a typical replacement scenario.

The homeowner is the proud owner of a Baxi Bermuda 552 back boiler. The appliance is located in the living room and has been chugging away nicely for the past 12 years.

Preparing the site for installation of the new Baxi Bermuda BBU involves draining the system, removing existing fire front, disconnect the flue liner, remove exiisting BBU, LH gas supply position and remove existing flue terminal and flue liner.

Next, the Flue Duct System is installed. Using an innovative plastic duct (unlike the lethal steel liners) is a quick, efficient and safe procedure.

Lock in both inner and outer flue ducts to concentric flue adapter (retaining clips ensure correct fitting)

Nose cone with rope is attached to the flue adapter for installation down the chimney. Finally, attach the duct to the boiler.

Installing the terminal system requires trimming the flue to the appropriate length. Located the chimney sealing plate and attach the flue to the adapter and cap and weather the flue terminal.

Water connection to the Baxi Bermuda HE. The boiler has left hand flow and return with optional right hand side flow and return pipes kits available.

Condensate discharge connection. The new Baxi Bermuda HE has a built in condensate pump and utilizes simple push fit John Guest Speedfit barrier pipe (fittings supplied). There is also the choice of many different routes to drainage.

Finally there is one delighted customer, pleased to have retained their surround, back panel and hearth (and wallpaper). Installation time 1 – 1.5 days.

Key features and benefits of the new Baxi Bermuda

Replacing an old BBU with the new Baxi Bermuda is the simplest most convenient way to replace an back boiler. There is no pipework to be changed or walls to be redecorated – and if you were replacing with a wall mounted boiler, you will save space by replacing like for like. The Baxi Bermuda BBU HE has been specifically designed to work with the Valor Dimension TM range of electric fires.

• No need to re-site the boiler and modify the pipework
• No loss of valuable kitchen cupboard space
• No major disruption or redecoration to the property
• The only like for like direct replacement in the UK

Plus the Baxi Bermuda BBU HE is the only high efficiency BBU in the UK, fully compliant with Building Regulations Part L. It also saves energy, up to £375 can be saved using a Band A appliance according to the Energy Saving Trust (source: EST, August 2009).

Key features of BBU HE

• Replacing a back boiler with another has obvious advantages and our new BBU HE is full of features:
• Trusted, reliable Baxi back boiler technology for complete peace of mind
• High efficiency back boiler, meeting all current legislation
• SEDBUK Band A rated; saves energy and reduces heating bills
• 15kW heat output; modulating boiler adapts to heat demand ensuring optimum performance at all times
• Room sealed appliance; eliminating the need for air vents in the room
• Built in condensate pump and no pump overrun required, to ease installation
• Factory set to enable easy boiler commissioning
• Simple to use external boiler controls located on the dedicated Valor DimensionTM fire front
• Single piece flexible concentric flue; eliminating the need to provide flue inspection access
• 2 year warranty*
• Quiet in operation
• *Subject to registration and an annual service

Valor DimensionTM

Innovative. Unique. Stylish. Energy efficient. The new DimensionTM range of electric fires from Valor uses cutting edge technology to create the world’s most authentic ‘real flame effect’.

Redefining the market for fuel effect electric fires, the Valor DimensionTM range offers both traditional and contemporary styles, backed by the quality, reliability and peace of mind you would expect from the leading name in home heating. It’s a totally new way of enjoying the atmosphere that only a real fire can create – all at the press of a button.

Key features and benefits

• Unique, patented holographic fuel bed, with ‘real flame effect’
• Traditional and contemporary fire front designs
• Running costs for the fire using the effect only are less than 2p per day
• Heat outputs of 1kW and 2kW
• No servicing required
• 2 year warranty

The New Baxi Bermuda Back Boiler is now available to buy from BHL. Click Here for prices and details