A Brief History of the Combi

The first combi boiler was invented in the early 1960s by the German company Vaillant. Vaillant is one of the world's leading manufacturers of heating and hot water systems, and they have been at the forefront of combi boiler technology for many years.

The combi boiler was a major innovation in the heating industry, as it allowed homeowners to have both hot water and central heating from a single boiler. This was a significant improvement on the traditional system of having a separate boiler for hot water and central heating, which was more expensive and took up more space.

Combi boilers quickly became popular in Europe, and they were introduced to the UK in the late 1960s. However, they didn't really take off in the UK until the 1980s, when advances in technology made them more efficient and reliable.

Today, combi boilers are the most popular type of boiler in the UK, accounting for over 90% of all new boiler installations. They are popular because they are efficient, compact, and easy to install.

It is difficult to say definitively who invented the first combi boiler, as there were a number of companies developing similar products at the same time. However, Vaillant is generally credited with being the first company to bring a commercially successful combi boiler to market.

The invention of the combi boiler has had a significant impact on the way that homes are heated in the UK. Combi boilers have made it possible for homeowners to have reliable and efficient hot water and central heating, without having to take up a lot of space or spend a lot of money.