Thermal storage prices

How much does a thermal store cost?

We'll delve into the different types of thermal stores in a later section, but on average, a thermal store costs around £600, for a quality store that will stand the test of time.

What is thermal energy storage?

Thermal energy storage or thermal stores are vessels used to store excess heat generated from a domestic renewable heating system. A thermal store is a way of storing and managing renewable heat until it is needed. Heated water is usually stored in a large, well-insulated cylinder often called a buffer or accumulator tank.

How much does a thermal store cylinder cost?

The average cost of a thermal store cylinder is around £1,800. This price depends on the exact nature and specification of the thermal store, its features, and size. Thermal store cylinders may come with tappings for solar panels, solid fuel, air and ground source heat pumps, and conventional gas or electric heating.

What is a thermal store?

Easier to install with an existing heating system, thermal stores provide a simple alternative for renewable energy. They are increasingly popular for domestic use because of their ability to store excess heat. Thermal stores can be used with either a conventional boiler or immersion heater.

What are the different types of thermal store?

There are two main types of thermal store, and we're going to explore them in more detail here: A vented thermal store is the more complex of the two options. You will have a large hot water storage tank, that will most probably live out of the way in your loft space.

How big should a thermal store be?

A thermal store working in conjunction with a log burning batch boiler will need to be quite large, probably no less than 25 litres/kWth and preferably 50 litres/kWth. The sizing of the thermal store connected to a wood fuel boiler should be decided by the installer as part of the total system design.