An oil fired boiler is a heating system component that is not very common in modern homes. In an oil fired boiler, oil called heating oil is burned to heat water which is then pumped throughout the home to provide heat. Oil fired boilers do provide a lot of heat and until the 1970s they [...]
There are several kinds home heating systems in use in the United States and Canada today. The kind of heating system used varies from home to home and region to region. It is always a good idea for a homeowner to know what kind of heating system they have. Forced Air Central Heating Systems The [...]
There are many reasons why a person who has a hot water heating system should consider replacing the boiler. The main reason why you should consider replacing a boiler is that it can save you a lot of money. Modern boilers are generally smaller and much more efficient than older models. This means that the [...]
There are actually several types of boilers being used for home heating in the United States today. Even though all of these devices are called boilers there are some big differences in their operation. Knowing a little about boilers and boiler operations can help you understand a boiler. Hot Water & Steam Boilers The two [...]
There are two types of boiler widely used in the home a steam boiler and a hot water boiler. The difference between the two is that the steam boiler converts water to steam for heating. The hot water boiler heats the water to a high temperature but it remains liquid. Many older homes and older [...]
Wood fired boilers are one kind of heating device that has been making a come back in recent years. The reason why wood fired boilers are getting popular again is that the fuel source: wood is very cheap or even free in most parts of North America. If a person has the ability to cut [...]
The term boiler service usually refers to the yearly maintenance performed on boilers for hot water and steam heating systems. Most experts recommend that these systems be serviced at least once a year, usually at the beginning of the heating season. In some areas such service could be required by law. The reason boilers have [...]