Are you considering a Baxi combi boiler for your home?
Choosing the right combi boiler can be tough, and with so many great, competitive brands out there, Baxi holds its own – but you might still be thinking: ‘what really makes it stand out?’
Glad you asked. Over my many years of experience as a heating engineer, I’ve installed countless Baxis and I can tell you now; they weren’t always at the top of their game.
However, now they’ve completely won me over – sometimes even winning out over leading brands – and I’m going to tell you why.
Below, I’m going to highlight 7 reasons why many of my customers choose Baxi combi boilers, and why I recommend them.
Baxi’s background
Around 25 years ago, maybe 90% of boilers we sold were Baxis. However, a combination of other manufacturers offering better value, and Baxi’s customer service falling behind when they merged with Potterton led us elsewhere.
Over the last few years, their product reliability has become fantastic, their rep is very knowledgable, and their pricing structure is extremely competitive for a premium product.
Today, Baxi is part of BDR Thermea, one of the largest boiler manufacturers in Europe. Innovation is key, and it continues to provide award-winning boilers as well as a large range of renewable technologies.
But what is it that makes this boiler brand so special? Let’s take a closer look, below.
1. Reputation/quality
Baxi is a household name, with a reputation for being a good, British company manufacturing good quality, long-lasting boilers since the 1950s.
Baxi’s quality control is particularly good, and out of all the Baxi combi boilers we have fitted this year, we have had zero failures so far.
2. Long guarantee
Baxi offer solid guarantees ranging from two to 10 years. The boilers that come with 10-year guarantees are the Baxi platinum and Eco Blue Advance range.
A long, 10-year guarantee means you’ll be covered if anything were to go wrong with your boiler, so you can have ultimate peace of mind.
3. Extra-long twin flue system
This is a huge benefit of Baxi combi boilers, as the brand is actually one of the only boiler manufacturers to offer a twin flue system.
What this means for you is that your combi boiler can be located long distances from an outside wall – in places where it might otherwise be impossible to fit a Worcester Bosch or Vaillant boiler.
Since a twin-flue system is only 80mm in diameter, it can also be fitted in ceiling voids if the boiler is located in an internal cupboard – something that’d be impossible with larger flues.
4. Accredited installers
Baxi also has approved installers – and you can find your nearest Baxi installer simply by visiting their website and typing in your postcode.
An approved installer has passed the Baxi technical course and has to install a specific number of boilers per year. This means they will be very familiar and competent when it comes to installing your new combi boiler.
5. A boiler for almost every home
Baxi offer a great range of regular, system AND combi boilers. Since it’s a combi boiler you’re looking for, you’ll more than likely be able to find one with the right hot water and heating output to suit your home.
6. Dedicated engineers for call-outs
Good news! Baxi have their own dedicated engineers for warranty call-outs and repairs, so if your combi boiler has any problems, you can be sure it’ll be in safe hands.
They also have their own dedicated call centre to handle any customer service queries you might have.
7. Manufactured in the UK
Finally, all Baxi boilers are manufactured in Preston, UK, which has obvious appeal as it means parts are easier to source. It also means that you’ll be supporting a British manufacturer.
Conclusion
If you’re thinking about choosing a Baxi combi boiler, but feel uncertain about whether it’s the best choice for your home, you’re not alone. Many of my customers come to me asking for advice about which brand to go for, and Baxi does have its advantages over other brands.
In other areas, it matches other leading names with benefits such as great guarantees and accredited installers.
The top 7 reasons Baxi might be the best boiler for you are:
- Reputation/quality
- Long guarantee
- Extra-long twin flue system
- Accredited installers
- A boiler for almost every home
- Dedicated engineers for call-outs
- Manufactured in the UK
Which of these reasons would make you want to choose a Baxi as your next combi boiler?
