A boiler is a trustworthy, reliable heating system that can keep your home toasty for longer than any other traditional system such as a furnace. Not only does it last for many, many years, but it also needs many fewer repairs than other heating systems. Amazing! But your boiler does need some help to work so hard for so long. Here’s how to keep it in great shape, so it will keep your house cozy for decades. If you do encounter any of these issues in your home, you need boiler repair in Joliet, IL.
Boiler Lifespan
While a furnace may last 10-15 years if it’s well-maintained, a boiler can keep chugging along for longer than that! How can a boiler possibly last for as much as 20 years? There are two major factors: corrosion and moving parts.
Boilers are less susceptible to rust than furnaces. This may be surprising since they’re full of water, and water does have a reputation for rusting metal. But they are specially coated to protect the system. And gas furnaces might not be full of water, but they do create condensation. And that condensation doesn’t have the neutral pH of seven like water. Instead, it’s as acidic as soda pop, which accelerates corrosion.
Furnaces also have a lot of moving parts, and moving parts are always points of frequent failure. Many things have to be working in concert for a furnace to get the heat to all areas of your home. But a boiler only has one major moving part, the circulator pump. This means there are fewer opportunities for things to break.
Boiler Maintenance
To make sure your boiler stays in great shape and keeps running without any problems, you must have maintenance performed. It might seem unnecessary since chances are, your boiler will run for years without needing any repair. It must be in great condition, right? Well, maintenance is still necessary to catch small issues before they turn into problems that will require repair.
Boiler Repair
Another thing that is true of all heating systems, as well as any other mechanical system such as your car, is that once a repair is needed, it should be done as promptly as possible. Delayed repairs mean the system is limping along, working poorly, causing extra strain, and creating complications. Prompt repair means addressing the problem before it gets any worse.
How can you tell if your boiler needs to be repaired? There are several signs to watch out for. Any odd noise is an indicator of a problem. This is most likely to be a burbling sound, but boilers can make other noises when things go wrong. Strange odors can also occur. Watch for leaks and puddles, inconsistent temperatures, cold registers, frequent shutdowns or short cycles, and spiking energy bills.
Our qualified technicians can address the root of boiler problems, keeping your boiler happy and healthy so it can keep you and your loved ones warm for many years to come.
Call J&A today, Sleep-tight tonight!