Advantages of a Boiler System
Why should you use a boiler system for hot water instead of a traditional water heater? The simple answer is versatility: boilers are capable of so much more than your standard water heater, and that means you may be able to have one appliance perform multiple tasks in your home. Whereas tank-style water heaters can only provide you with hot water, boilers can also provide you with much-needed heat. Plus their design means they don’t need to keep a tank of hot water at all times, making them significantly less prone to some of the risks which water heaters carry.
Should I Use My Boiler for Heating & Hot Water?
For many people, the idea of using the same system for hot water and heat may appear to be potentially risky—if one system goes out, you’re left both without hot water and heat. However, the advantages of combining the two drastically outweigh any of this risk. For starters, the average boiler system will outlast an average water heater by a significant margin—decades, in fact. So long as you take good care of your boiler and maintain it properly, a boiler system can last anywhere from 15 to 20 years or more.
Compare this to anywhere from eight to ten for the average water heater. Another reason is because boilers are tremendously energy-efficient. They heat up quickly, start producing hot water quickly, and minimize the delay until you get hot water flowing through your home.
Plus, by nature, you’ll never have to worry about a boiler running out of hot water again—they produce the hot water you need as it’s consumed. Also, modern systems give you the ability to individually control the temperature of the water used for heating vs the water used for faucet or fixture applications, ensuring better energy efficiency and ideal water temperatures all year long.
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