Disadvantages of a combi boiler

Are there any real disadvantages to having a combi boiler? Everyone recommends them, but what about electric and other options?

Asked by Luke on 15th Jan 2026
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"The only disadvantage of a combination Boiler is the hot water outlet as these are instantaneous water heaters so you can only have one hot water out that used to any time we can have a combination Boiler with a small hot water storage vessel and we found is very effective. Look at the vaillent 940.
Or if you have the space look at the Worcester Bosch Heat slaves of these I've been proven to be great boilers"
Answered on 1st Feb 2026 - Member since May 2018 - report
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