Everyone wants to save money on their home energy use. That’s why people turn off lights in unoccupied rooms and don’t leave hot water taps running while they shave.
Reducing your home’s heating oil consumption can be trickier, especially during the iciest days of winter. Simply using your home’s heating less often can leave you and your family wearing layers of clothing indoors. But if your home’s boiler is over a decade old, there’s a decent chance that it’s not as efficient as it could be. JW Pierson Co. can help you upgrade to a high-efficiency boiler that will keep you reliably toasty while lowering your fuel consumption.
The simplest way to tell if you have a boiler instead of a furnace is by checking where your heat comes from. If it’s radiators, baseboards, or radiant floor systems—rather than vents—it’s likely a boiler.
Boilers are sometimes called hydronic heating systems because they heat water instead of air. Steam boilers generate steam, which passes through plumbing to heat your home’s radiators, baseboards or radiant floors. Modern boilers, on the other hand, typically circulate hot water through your home’s piping. These more advanced condensing boilers run as closed-loop systems, recycling water instead of constantly replenishing it. This method increases their overall efficiency while ensuring consistent heating.
While some consider boiler systems to be “old-fashioned,” they come with clear advantages. Boilers are much quieter than furnaces and don’t circulate air, which helps avoid spreading dust, debris and allergens throughout your home. Many homeowners also adore the cozy, slightly humid heat that boilers offer, which creates a more comfortable atmosphere.
We often recommend sticking with a boiler if that’s what your home already has. Switching to a furnace system can be costly and disruptive, especially if ductwork needs to be installed (often at the expense of living space). It’s almost always a better idea to invest in a more efficient version of the hydronic system you have.
Modern boilers can have fuel efficiency ratings as high as 90%. However, the efficiency of a 15-year-old boiler may have dropped to below 60%. This means as much as 40 cents of every dollar spent on fuel might be wasted.
Upgrading to a new high-efficiency boiler could increase your fuel efficiency by 30% or more. The result — incredible savings on your fuel budget for years to come.
If your boiler is past its prime and due for replacement, JW Pierson is here to help. Homeowners in Bloomfield, Hackensack, Maplewood and beyond know they can count on JW Pierson. We offer energy-efficient hydronic heating systems from trusted brands, and our team can help you replace your outdated boiler with a more efficient model, drastically reducing your fuel consumption while keeping your home warm all winter. We’ll even assist you in accessing rebates and financial incentives to minimize upfront costs.
Reach out to JW Pierson today to get a FREE estimate on a boiler upgrade. We’re standing by to assist you.