Advice needed - buying house with boiler in loft

[Claudia1234]

Hi all

This is my first post, glad to have found this forum.

I am in the process of purchasing a property (SE England) and I have some concerns regarding the installation of the boiler.

The property has recently been renovated and the owner has decided to instal the combi boiler in the loft (for lack of space in the kitchen, I think). I have heard mixed reviews on boilers in lofts so I am a bit worried and even considering withdrawing the offer! :(

I would really appreciate your views/experience/advice on the following:

1. In terms of compliance with current regulations, what are the key things I need to make sure that have been put in place (e.g. ladder, railings, etc)?
2. In terms of actual functioning and maintenance of the boiler, what are the key things that I need to look out for or ask questions about (e.g. location of controls, cladding of pipes, etc)?
3. Finally, what is your experience with a boiler in the loft? I am particularly concerned about problems with the frosting of pipes in the winter. Is there a way to avoid this problem altogether?

1. Anything else that you think I should be aware of.

Many thanks in advance for your replies.

Claudia

Thank you all so much for your replies. Much appreciated you taking time to share your experience. We have decided to go ahead with the purchases. Fingers crossed!

As long as installed to current regs there should not be a problem I.e fixed loft ladder (one that drops down), loft boarded out and a permanent light.

If it's not to current regs you will have trouble getting a Gas Safe Registered engineer to work on it / service it and will have to remedy before they will - which will be a pita if it breaks down in the winter!