If you aren’t familiar with gas boilers or electric boilers, boilers heat a home by circulating hot water or steam through radiators or baseboard heaters. Steam or hot water is produced by burning fuel like natural gas, propane, oil, or wood in a heating chamber. The heat is then transferred to the circulating water, which is pumped through pipes to the radiators or baseboard heaters. As the water or steam warms the radiators, it releases heat into the room, heating your home.

If you already have a high-efficiency boiler system, you might not be sure if you need to repair or replace your unit if it isn’t working properly. Here are some signs that it might be time to have a new boiler installed:

• Your boiler requires frequent repairs
• Your boiler fails to warm your home completely
• Your boiler is over 15 years old and showing signs of breaking down
• Your energy costs keep going up while your boiler’s performance keeps going down
• Your boiler experiences water or steam leaks

Whether you are replacing an old boiler or moving into a new property and need to install a new boiler system with a high annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) unit, Robinson Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. has you covered. Our technicians are committed to providing equipment that meets your home or business’ unique needs and are proud to offer all the industry-leading products on the market, including:

• Weil McLain
• Triangle Tube
• Navien
• Crown

We understand that the cost of a new boiler can feel like a big commitment, but there comes a point when you are spending too much money on boiler repairs that a new boiler installation cost might be cheaper.

The good part is that, with the latest energy-efficient equipment, you will always be able to maximize your investment. Our heating techs will make sure your new boiler is as energy efficient as possible, so you actually end up paying less on heating repairs and operating costs in the long run.

To avoid boiler replacement costs and extend the lifespan of your boiler, make sure you keep it on a regular maintenance schedule. Here are a few services you can expect during a boiler tune-up:

• Inspection of the heating system to check for any signs of damage or wear and tear.
• Cleaning the boiler and its components, including the burners, heat exchangers, and controls.
• Checking the gas lines and air supply systems to ensure they are working properly.
• Verifying the safety controls and alarm systems are functioning correctly.
• Testing the boiler’s hot water storage tank pressure and temperature to ensure they operate within safe limits.
• Replacing any parts that are worn or damaged.
• Checking the efficiency of the system and making adjustments as necessary to improve performance.
• Testing the system to ensure it is functioning properly after maintenance is complete.

Regular tune-ups will ensure the system runs safely and efficiently through the heating season and prevent costly breakdowns or repairs.