Boiler Installation Near Mount Vernon, OH

Boilers work by heating a liquid that is then pumped through the pipes. The liquid then enters devices like radiators, in-floor heating loops etc. to help keep your home comfortable and heated. In addition, combination boilers can also heat the water in your home, eliminating the need for a water heater.

Different types of boilers currently available include system boilers, standard boilers, and combination boilers. Combination boilers are most often the top choice as they heat your water as well as your house. If you are looking to install a boiler in your home but are not sure which type of boiler to use, have a heating expert from Peterman Brothers come to your home and assess your heating and water needs. Your Peterman Brothers heating professional can then recommend what system is best for your home and even offer you a free quote on the cost of the boiler and the install.

Most boilers typically last about 10 to 15 years. It’s important to note that having the proper maintenance done at least once a year by professionals at Peterman Brothers will greatly increase the lifespan of your boiler and further help prevent potential problems leading to unnecessary repairs and premature replacements.

A few indications that you may need to replace your boiler include frequent breakdowns, higher bills, your water and/or house not heating sufficiently, and/or unexplained noises. If you notice any of these problems with your boiler, you will probably benefit from replacing it with a new one as these are all indications that your boiler could fail soon, and the costly repairs will only continue. Call Peterman Brothers to have a heating expert consult with you on installing a new boiler and even provide you with an estimate before installing anything.

This will largely depend on the same factors previously outlined regarding the cost of installation, however as a guideline a like for like replacement that connects directly to the existing pipework could be fitted in a single day. If for any reason alterations to the existing system are required for the system needs power flushing, then the boiler installation may typically take between one to three days. Finally, if you have chosen to install an alternative system such as a heat pump, you may need to allow up to three to five days depending on your specific situation to allow for additional work such as drilling which may need to be carried out.

The difference between a water heater and a boiler is that a water heater generally heats the water in your home that can be used for showers, cleaning, cooking etc. while a boiler heats water to a much hotter temperature to keep your house warm. With modern advancements, a new type of boiler has been invented, known as a combination boiler, that does actually have the ability to heat both your house and your water.