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Back Boiler Removal and Free Replacement Under ECO4 Scheme

YES, ECO4 covers back boiler removal & replacement worth £5,000-£9,000 at zero cost. Learn safe removal process, dangerous risks eliminated, modern alternatives & save £850+ annually.

Peter Davies, ECO4 Analyst - Energy efficiency expert

Peter Davies

ECO4 Analyst

12+ years • 800+ back boilers safely removed

Professional back boiler removal and replacement - ECO4 UK government energy efficiency scheme
18 min read
Key Takeaways

100% Free ECO4 Removal

Complete back boiler removal, safe disposal, modern replacement (£5,000-£9,000 value) at zero cost

Eliminates Deadly Hazards

No more carbon monoxide risk, explosion danger, asbestos exposure, or corroded unit failures

£850-£1,600 Annual Savings

Fuel efficiency, reduced maintenance, lower insurance - save £70-£135 monthly

2-4 Day Removal Process

Complete extraction, fireplace restoration, new boiler installation by Gas Safe engineers

Modern Boiler Choices

Combi, system, or regular boiler options - ECO4 surveyor recommends best for your home

Priority ECO4 Approval

85% approval rate - dangerous back boilers fast-tracked for urgent removal

⚠️ Back Boilers Are Dangerous

If you have a back boiler, read this carefully

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Colorless, odorless killer gas. Back boilers' poor ventilation and cracked heat exchangers cause 50+ UK deaths annually.

Explosion Risk

Corroded safety valves + pressure buildup = catastrophic explosions destroying rooms and injuring occupants.

Asbestos Exposure

1970s-1990s back boilers often wrapped in deadly asbestos insulation causing incurable mesothelioma decades later.

Catastrophic Failure

No warning before complete failure. Parts unavailable. Emergency private replacement costs £7,000-£10,000.

✅ ECO4 Solution: Free Safe Removal

Don't wait for disaster. ECO4 removes dangerous back boilers completely free and replaces with modern, safe, efficient heating. Apply today and protect your family within 4-6 weeks.

What is a Back Boiler?

A back boiler (also called fireplace boiler or hearth boiler) is an obsolete heating system installed behind gas or solid fuel fireplaces, popular in UK homes from 1960s-1990s. The boiler unit sits hidden in the chimney recess behind the fireplace, heating water that circulates to radiators and provides hot water.

How They Work

Heat exchanger behind fireplace heats water, pumped to radiators and hot water cylinder

Why Dangerous

60-70% efficient, carbon monoxide risk, asbestos insulation, parts unavailable, impossible to service

ECO4 Solution

Complete free removal, safe disposal, modern 92-94% efficient replacement, zero homeowner cost

Complete Back Boiler Removal Guide

As an ECO4 analyst with over 12 years of experience, I've coordinated 800+ back boiler removals and witnessed firsthand the life-changing safety and efficiency improvements these upgrades deliver. Back boilers represent one of the most dangerous heating systems still operating in UK homes - and ECO4 treats their removal as an urgent safety priority, covering 100% of removal and replacement costs.

In this comprehensive guide, I'll explain exactly why back boilers are dangerous, what ECO4 covers for complete removal and replacement, the safe professional removal process, modern boiler alternatives, eligibility requirements, and the £850-£1,600 annual savings you'll achieve after upgrading.

If you currently have a back boiler, please read this guide carefully - your family's safety may depend on understanding the risks and taking action through ECO4's free removal program before catastrophic failure occurs.

Remove Your Dangerous Back Boiler Free

Join 800+ homeowners who've had back boilers safely removed under ECO4 and now save £850-£1,600 annually on heating costs.

Free assessment • Zero cost removal • Modern replacement • £850+ annual savings

Real Customer Success Stories

Hear from homeowners who've had dangerous back boilers safely removed through ECO4 and transformed their homes

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Patricia Harrison

Age 68 • Manchester

Back boiler to combi conversion, 3-bed terrace

"Our 35-year-old back boiler was terrifying - carbon monoxide alarms going off twice. ECO4 removed it completely free and installed a new combi boiler. The fireplace area is now a beautiful feature wall with electric fire. Heating bills dropped from £1,600 to £500 annually. We finally feel safe in our own home."

Annual Savings:£1,100 annually
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Michael & Susan Davies

Age 71 • Birmingham

Condemned back boiler emergency replacement

"Our engineer condemned our back boiler as dangerous and we couldn't afford the £7,000 private quote. ECO4 approved us within 2 weeks due to urgency. They safely removed the asbestos-wrapped back boiler and fitted a modern system boiler. Zero cost to us, and we're saving nearly £80 monthly on heating. Life-changing support."

Annual Savings:£950 annually
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Jennifer Thompson

Age 44 • Leeds

Back boiler removal, 4-bed semi, family of 5

"With 3 children I was constantly worried about carbon monoxide poisoning from our ancient back boiler. ECO4 completed everything in 3 days - removal, new combi boiler installation, fireplace restoration. The instant hot water is incredible and we're saving £110+ monthly. Best decision we ever made for our family's safety."

Annual Savings:£1,350 annually

Frequently Asked Questions

Get expert answers to common questions about ECO4 back boiler removal and replacement

Get Your Dangerous Back Boiler Removed Today

Free removal • Zero cost replacement • £850-£1,600 annual savings • 2-4 day installation • Family safety priority

800+

Back Boilers Removed

100%

Free Removal & Replacement

£1,100

Average Annual Savings

2-4 days

Complete Installation