Unvented Cylinders
If you’re looking to improve the hot water performance in your home, an unvented cylinder could be exactly the right solution. Unlike traditional vented systems that rely on a cold water tank in the loft to feed the cylinder, an unvented cylinder connects directly to the mains water supply – delivering hot water at mains pressure throughout your home.
The result is a noticeably stronger flow, consistent performance at every outlet and the freedom to design your bathroom without the constraints of a gravity-fed system.
Why Choose an Unvented Cylinder
The most immediately noticeable benefit of switching to an unvented cylinder is the improvement in water pressure. Gravity-fed systems are inherently limited in the pressure they can deliver – a limitation that becomes more apparent the further you are from the cold water tank. An unvented cylinder, fed directly from the mains, maintains strong, consistent pressure at every tap, shower and outlet in the property regardless of floor level or distance from the cylinder.
Removing the need for a cold water tank in the loft is another practical advantage. That space is freed up entirely – useful in a loft conversion, a property where loft space is limited or simply as an improvement to a cluttered airing cupboard or roof void. The cylinder itself is typically housed in an airing cupboard, utility room or similar space and can be specified in a range of sizes to match the hot water demands of the household.
Maintaining Your Unvented Cylinder
To keep an unvented cylinder performing safely and efficiently, annual servicing by a qualified engineer is recommended. During a service, the safety devices are tested, the anode rod is inspected and the overall condition of the cylinder is assessed. This is important not just for performance but for safety – the pressure and temperature relief valve in particular must be in good working order at all times.
Heat Pros can service unvented cylinders as part of an ongoing maintenance arrangement, and membership of The Heat Pros Club is a practical way to ensure your annual service is scheduled and carried out without you having to think about it each year.
Get a Quote for an Unvented Cylinder From Heat Pros
If you’re considering an unvented cylinder for the first time or need to replace an existing unit, get in touch with Heat Pros today. Our G3-qualified engineers will assess your property and hot water requirements and provide a clear, honest quote for the work involved.
