3 Signs You May Need To Replace Your Boiler

Boilers have a reputation for their long service life and their cost effectiveness when compared with other heating systems. However, even the best boiler will wear out eventually. Most boiler problems can be fixed quickly with repairs and maintenance, but that does not mean maintenance is always the best option.

In the long run, it may be more cost effective to simply replace an older boiler than pay to repair it again and again. It is likely time to replace your system if you are dealing with frequent repairs, compromised efficiency, and if the expected service life is expired.

Frequent repairs draining your funds

Wear and tear will add up over the years and the varying components of your boiler may start to fail. You can certainly repair and replace parts, but you will likely grow tired of the disruptions to the operation of your boiler system. Frequent repairs will not only strain your patience, the cost will begin to grow and you may spend hundreds to thousands on repairs for an aging system.

Compromised efficiency

If your boiler is still not performing at its best, even with repairs, it is time to replace the system entirely. Your operational costs will increase as you use more fuel every month to operate the inefficient boiler. Instead of settling for a system with efficiency issues, have a new system installed. The new model may even have greater energy efficiency than your older system ever did.

The expected service life is expired

Another hint that it may be time for a new system is that your boiler has long exceeded its service life expectancy. A boiler can last as long as 20 years with proper maintenance and repairs. However, if your system is older, be prepared to pay for significant repairs or a replacement. You will save money in the long run if you pay for a newer, more efficient boiler system.

Consulting an expert about whether or not it is time to replace your boiler system is the best way to ensure you save money. If you have any of these boiler issues, hiring a professional plumber trained in boiler maintenance and installation can get them solved quickly. Allen’s Tri-State Mechanical Inc. in Amarillo, Texas can help with all of your plumbing needs. Call us today at (806) 376-8345 or Contact Us by email to learn more about our heavy industrial, residential, and commercial services. You can also stop by our office at 404 S. Hayden St. in Amarillo for more information.