Immersion Heater - best one to buy ?

macabethiel · 15-10-2017, 20:56

Our Immersion heater that was replaced just 3 years ago when we had our heating upgraded has failed it is tripping the RCB. Can heat the water via the boiler but always liked the backup of an immersion.

We are not in a particularly hard water area our last immersion heater element lasted about 25 years.

Anyone got a type or make they can recommend- local builders merchants ones are priced at around £15-20 it is a short one 11" or similar top fitting.

I have a pucka spanner so will drain down and do myself. Local firm wanted £200 to supply & fit a new one! I guess he did not want the work.

15-10-2017, 20:56	#1
macabethiel Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Derby Vehicle: Freelander & Jeep GC 3.0 Posts: 4,416	Immersion Heater - best one to buy ? Our Immersion heater that was replaced just 3 years ago when we had our heating upgraded has failed it is tripping the RCB. Can heat the water via the boiler but always liked the backup of an immersion. We are not in a particularly hard water area our last immersion heater element lasted about 25 years. Anyone got a type or make they can recommend- local builders merchants ones are priced at around £15-20 it is a short one 11" or similar top fitting. I have a pucka spanner so will drain down and do myself. Local firm wanted £200 to supply & fit a new one! I guess he did not want the work.