Intergas Rapid Combi Boiler

The Intergas Rapid Combi comes in two heat outputs to satisfy the demands of most households.

The Intergas Rapid Combi is a reliable condensing gas boiler that combines high-efficiency in both heating and hot water modes. It’s available in two power outputs and can easily be converted to a heat only or sealed system thanks to its state-of-the-art control system. This boiler also has an affordable price tag and is designed to reduce your carbon footprint and your running costs, helping you to save money on your energy bills.

How Much Does this Boiler Cost?

This high-efficiency combi boiler will set you back anything between £630 and £670, including VAT and dependant on whether you need the 25kW or 32kW model. The cost of the installation can vary from £500 to £1,500 depending on how much work is required and you must make sure the boiler is fitted by a Gas Safe registered engineer. We suggest you get a fixed-price quote from at least a few installers so that you can compare prices and find the best deal on the Intergas Rapid Combi and the installation.

How will I know if this Boiler is Suitable for My Home?

Combi boilers, such as the Intergas Rapid Combi, heat water from the mains on demand and don’t require bulky tanks in the loft or a separate hot water cylinder. As this boiler is compact and can deliver heating and hot water without needing any additional components, it’s ideal for homes where space is limited and small to medium-sized properties that have one bathroom.

The Intergas Rapid Combi can be purchased with an output of 25kW or 32kW and you must figure out which size boiler best fits your needs. To ensure you get it right, ask your heating engineer to help you choose the correct size boiler to achieve your heating and hot water requirements.

Is it a High Efficiency Boiler?

Yep. The Intergas Rapid Combi is A-rated for efficiency and features a unique two-in-one heat exchanger, which is designed to reduce heat loss and deliver the optimum heat transfer to ensure economic performance. As the boiler condenses in both heating and hot water modes, it will help to save you some money on your energy bills.

Does this Boiler have a Good Range of Controls and Features?

Intergas’s Rapid Combi has only four moving parts to improve reliability and to help eliminate the risk of component failure and boiler breakdowns. The boiler has mirrored sight glass, a built-in digital clock, a built-in expansion vessel, a central flue with lengths up to 13 metres and a two-in-one heat exchanger with a 7-year warranty. All of the parts that are contained within the boiler are easily accessible from the front, making it easy for your engineer to service and maintain the boiler. This combi can be converted to a sealed system or heat only boiler and there are LPG options available as well.

How long is the Warranty on this Boiler?

The Intergas Rapid Combi with a 3-year parts and labour warranty and the two-in-one heat exchanger has a 7-year warranty.

Summary of Important Information

• Expect to pay between £630 and £670
• Heating output of 25kW or 32kW
• Hot water flow rates of 15 or 18 litres per minute
• Dimensions of 810mm (H) x 450mm (W) x 270mm (D)
• Uses gas as its fuel source
• A-rated for efficiency
• 3-year warranty as standard

Pros and Cons

This efficient budget-friendly boiler is a great choice for small and mid-sized homes and, although we know boilers with longer warranties typically cost more, we would prefer a warranty of at least 5 years. If you’re looking for a new combi boiler, make sure you weigh up all the pros and cons before you decide to buy the Intergas Rapid Combi.

Pros

• Considerably cheaper than some other gas boiler brands
• Suited to small and medium-sized homes  
• LPG options available
• Can be converted to a heat only or sealed system boiler
• Easy to install, use and service
• Less moving parts – more reliability
• Condenses in both heating and hot water modes
• Unique two-in-one heat exchanger with a 7-year guarantee
• Provides maximum energy efficiency – reduce fuel bills and carbon emissions
• Excellent rating on Trustpilot – correct at time of writing in November 2020

Cons

• Intergas has an overall Which? score of 52%
• 3-year warranty – would prefer a longer standard guarantee