Biomass Boilers: A Beginner's Guide

Biomass Boiler Guide
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A biomass boiler may not be an obvious choice for every household, but in many scenarios it offers a great renewable and sustainable heating solution. 

Biomass boilers and technologies have developed greatly over the last few years and if you have access to the fuel then a biomass boiler could work for you.

David Hilton

David is a renewables and ventilation installer, with over 35 years experience, and is a long-standing contributor to Homebuilding and Renovating magazine. He is a member of the Gas Safe Register, has a Masters degree in Sustainable Architecture, and is an authority in sustainable building and energy efficiency, with extensive knowledge in building fabrics, heat recovery ventilation, renewables, and also conventional heating systems. He is also a speaker at the Homebuilding & Renovating Show. 

Passionate about healthy, efficient homes, he is director of Heat and Energy Ltd. He works with architects, builders, self builders and renovators, and designs and project manages the installation of ventilation and heating systems to achieve the most energy efficient and cost effective outcome for every home.