If your boiler is old, worn out, inefficient or improperly sized, the simplest solution is to replace it with a modern high-efficiency model. Old coal burners that were switched over to oil or gas are prime candidates for replacement. Newer systems may be more efficient but are still likely to be oversized and can often be modified to lower their operating capacity.
By replacing your old boiler with a new one you receive two major benefits improved features and reduced electricity bill.
Living in Chicago, IL and surrounding areas, a boiler is a smart choice. Hydronic heating provides numerous benefits, including clean, gentle, and reliable comfort, no matter what the weather brings. Wonderfully versatile, boilers link to radiators, radiant floor heating, baseboard heaters, towel warmers, snowmelt systems, and can even fulfill your water heating requirements. Quiet, energy-efficient, and offering nearly unmatched longevity, modern boilers accommodate any size or style of home and offer easy setup of zone control.
Boiler Pros & Cons
While boilers are a reliable, long-lasting option to heat your business, it’s important to consider all aspects of boiler heating before making such an important investment. PHD Heating & Cooling can help you weigh the advantages and disadvantages of boilers according to your specific needs, but here are some general pros and cons:
- Pro: Improved air quality – Since boilers do not work by forcing air through ductwork, they do not circulate allergens, chemicals, and dust throughout your building.
- Pro: More even heating – Hot air rises, which means that forced air heating systems often heat buildings unevenly. Boilers keep surfaces warm instead of the air, leading to more even heating in your facility.
- Pro: Longer life span – Boilers require fewer mechanical repairs and often outlast furnaces by many years.
- Con: Higher installation & maintenance costs – The upfront cost of installing a boiler is often higher than that of a furnace. And although they present fewer mechanical issues, a boiler repair is, on average, more expensive than a repair on a furnace.
- Con: Water leaks – Although infrequent, it is possible for your boiler to leak. In a large building a leak could go unnoticed for a while, potentially causing property damage. PHD Heating & Cooling offers maintenance contracts to ensure that your boiler stays in good shape, making leaks far less likely.
- Con: Heating only – Boilers are very good at providing heat, but that is all they do. You’ll still need ductwork for your cooling needs.
During Chicagoland harsh winters, you or your business needs reliable heating that cuts costs without sacrificing comfort for your customers and employees.
PHD Heating & Cooling will work with you to help you decide which boiler is the right solution for your building’s unique needs. If you’re in need of a boiler replacement, we’ll assess your building and existing system to determine the best equipment and design for your situation.
Call us today at (312) 409-33-26 or contact us online to schedule a visit with one of our specialist.
If your building uses a boiler for water or space heating, it’s easy to assume the equipment will always work the way it was intended to. However, a malfunction or breakdown could leave you with high heating costs or disruptions to your daily operations. That’s why you should schedule boiler repair as soon as you notice something is wrong. If you need a new boiler, or if your current boiler needs repair or maintenance, contact us today to get your heating system back on track.
Choose PHD Heating & Cooling for a job well done and the fewest interruptions possible to your daily operations.
Signs You Need to Repair Your Boiler
Sometimes, your boiler malfunctions noticeably. Other times, problems are harder to spot. By knowing when to call a commercial boiler technician, you can potentially save hundreds of dollars or more by avoiding higher operating costs, more in-depth repairs, or even a boiler replacement. Keep an eye out for these signs:
- Yellow burner flame: Natural gas boilers should have a steady blue flame, not a flickering yellow one. If you notice this problem, don’t take it lightly, as it could indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak.
- Odd sounds: While commercial boilers don’t operate noiselessly, you’re bound to notice if it starts sounding louder than usual. This is a sign you should act fast before the source of the noise turns into something more serious.
- Strange smells: Burning or foul odors coming from your boiler indicate improper combustion. Take these smells seriously to avoid putting your employees and building at risk.
- Sluggish operation: If your industrial boiler fails to heat up as quickly as it used to, it may be time for a repair!
- Increased operating costs: Rising energy prices are sometimes the reason for higher heating expenses, but it’s also possible that your boiler is simply performing poorly. A quick once-over from a knowledgeable repair technician will reveal what’s wrong.
Call us today at (312) 409-33-26 or contact us online to schedule a visit with one of our specialist.
Prevent boiler problems with expert boiler maintenance from our team at PHD Heating & Cooling. Our boiler maintenance services are a cost-effective way to improve comfort, minimize energy costs, and maximize the service life of your boiler.
Don’t wait until you have major problems with your boiler before you call an HVAC expert to repair it. Our technicians can help you with:
- Annual boiler maintenance
- Controls inspection
- Valve maintenance and repair
- Switch maintenance and repair
- Combustion air requirements
- Piping inspection and repair
- Expansion tank inspection and repair
Call us today at (312) 409-33-26 or contact us online to schedule a visit with one of our specialist.
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