Few problems are more stressful than boiler issues, especially if they happen during the winter. And some boiler issues can be intermittent, which can make the boiler problem that much more exasperating.<\/p>\n
When this starts to happen, many homeowners are faced with a tough choice\u2014repair or replace?<\/strong> It\u2019s an important decision given how much you rely on your boiler, so you need to rely on the experts at 128 plumbing<\/strong> to guide you through it.<\/p>\n What follows is a breakdown of everything you need to consider, along with some tips and possible solutions, and we\u2019ll also show you what we have to to offer to solve whatever problems you\u2019re having.<\/p>\n Many homeowners don\u2019t realize that the process of evaluating a balky boiler starts with evaluating the different safety issues that may be involved.<\/p>\n At 128 Plumbing<\/strong>, we do. We\u2019ve been called in on jobs where proper safety standards haven\u2019t been followed when evaluating a boiler, and the results can be disastrous.<\/p>\n The first safety issue is about the age of your boiler. Is it 10 years old? Older than that? Or is it a newer boiler that\u2019s failing despite a lack of wear and tear, and can you get it replaced under warranty if that happens to be the case?<\/p>\n Regardless of the age of your boiler, though, there are operating standards that make boilers safe, so it\u2019s important to make sure they\u2019re handled effectively.<\/p>\n Leaky boilers can pose a safety hazard\u2014not to mention a serious plumbing problem\u2014and in certain serious scenarios you\u2019re older boiler could even be at risk of leaking carbon monoxide.<\/p>\n If that\u2019s the case, the decision becomes a no-brainer. We\u2019ll give you some options for your new boiler, including some possible upgrades, then replace your old boiler without disrupting your schedule.<\/p>\n The next replace vs repair issue has to do with your boiler\u2019s energy efficiency. Sometimes it\u2019s possible to repair an older boiler, but if it\u2019s not running effectively and efficiently that repair may not be worth the money you\u2019ll be paying out.<\/p>\n We can help you with that part of the decision, too. At 128 Plumbing, we\u2019re experts at energy efficiency\u2014we install all kinds of new boilers that are serious money-savers when it comes to energy efficiency, and we\u2019ve seen how much an inefficient older boiler can cost when it comes to energy bills, which everyone knows are soaring these days.<\/p>\n We\u2019ll lay out the cost factors for you, and we\u2019ll also give you some choices for your new, energy efficient boiler. We\u2019ll also examine the layout of your house and the issues that come into play with heating different rooms, and we\u2019ll tell you how all that breaks down.<\/p>\n Once you have the cost numbers, the projections and the other information you need, you\u2019ll be able to make a much better decision, and we\u2019ll be supporting you all the way, regardless of your selection.<\/p>\n Now let\u2019s take a deeper dive into some of the cost factors that come into play in the repair vs replace decision. Products get phased out all the time, and we know which ones to flag if there are issues with parts that you need to know about.<\/p>\n The warranty is another hidden cost factor where 128 Plumbing can help. Some boiler warranties are longer and more comprehensive than others, and there may be specific exceptions in certain warranties that you don\u2019t know about.<\/p>\n We do. We\u2019ve installed, maintained and service nearly every boiler on the market<\/strong>, so we know these warranties inside out. We know which warranties are best, and which ones have holes and issues, and giving you that information can help you save hundreds or even thousands of dollars.<\/p>\n While issues with parts and warranties can be obscure, dealing with the frequency of any boiler breakdowns your having is far more obvious, but you still need the expertise of a company like 128 Plumbing to know how to handle it.<\/p>\n If you are having boiler breakdowns, how frequently do they happen? Do the breakdowns all follow the same pattern? Are they getting more frequent, or are they more random or intermittent?<\/p>\n The answers you give us to these questions will help us solve these problems. We\u2019ll correlate your answers with our comprehensive knowledge of individual boilers, then give you the best possible recommendation.<\/p>\n We know when it\u2019s best to replace a boiler, even if it\u2019s new, and we also know which older boilers are built well enough to justify a repair. That information is invaluable, and we\u2019re happy to provide it.<\/p>\n It takes some work and effort to figure out the repair vs replace question, so the last thing you want to do after you\u2019ve gone through all this is to have to repeat it.<\/p>\n Our experts can make sure you don\u2019t have to go through the process any time soon. Regardless of whether we repair or replace your boiler, we\u2019ll give you a timeline for how long you can expect to be future-proofed.<\/p>\n We\u2019ll also help with the cost factors as well. Some homeowners with a larger budget may want to spend more to be future-proofed, while others may need the best approach that\u2019s cost effective.<\/p>\n Finally, don\u2019t forget about the savings we can offer. We know all about Mass Save rebates, so we\u2019ll steer you into those if getting a new boiler is the best choice.<\/p>\n We can also save you some money by getting you into maintenance and service plan once we\u2019ve done the boiler install, so we\u2019ll tell you how that works, too.<\/p>\n You do have to take the next step to get help, though, so here\u2019s how. Call us at (888) 419-4233<\/strong>, or you can use (781) 670-3261<\/strong>. We\u2019ll answer your questions and schedule you for service.<\/p>\nStart with Boiler Servicing Safety<\/h2>\n
Can Your Boiler Be More Energy Efficient?<\/h2>\n
Boiler Repair Cost Factors<\/h2>\n
\nThere are some hidden traps here that many homeowners don\u2019t know about. If you have an older boiler that\u2019s giving you problems, for instance, the parts to fix it may not be available, or the cost may be prohibitive.<\/p>\nBreaking Down the Boiler Breakdown Problem<\/h2>\n
Future Proof Your Boiler Costs<\/h2>\n
Get the Answers to Your Boiler Repair vs Replace Question<\/h2>\n