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Posted: December 16, 2024
This maintenance service, also known as a tune-up, allows a licensed Wilson service technician to fix minor issues before they become big problems.
Regular tune-ups can also help you conserve heating fuel over the winter because this service will help your system run at the best possible efficiency. The best time to get your boiler maintenance done is during the off-season, in the spring or summer, when we’re not overloaded with no-heat service calls.
If you have an older steam boiler, check the water gauge periodically during the heating season. Low water levels are a leading cause of boiler shutdowns. Steam boilers should also be flushed when the water in the gauge looks rusty.
If you have a modern hot water boiler, the boiler’s automatic filling system should keep the proper water level.
You should also make sure nothing flammable, such as newspapers or paint cans, is stored anywhere near your heating system.
You can also look beyond your heating system to find other ways to make your home as energy efficient as possible. With that in mind, here are ways to conserve energy.
Here are steps you can take to stop cold air from getting into your home–and warm air from going out.
During the cold months, keep curtains and shades open in sun-exposed rooms to absorb all that free solar heat energy during the day. Don’t forget to close your shades and blinds at night so you can retain some of the heat you gained.
Investing in a smart programmable thermostat pays off. You’ll save both time and money. When used correctly, a smart thermostat can pay for itself in just a short time. If you choose a Wi-Fi thermostat, you can control your home’s temperature from your smartphone.
In the winter, the best setting is 68°F when you’re at home. Program this setting down to the 60°F range when you’re asleep or out of the house. According to the U.S., Department of Energy, you can save as much as 10% a year on heating and cooling by simply turning your thermostat back 7°-10°F for eight hours a day from its normal setting. Don’t drop your thermostat any lower than 60°F. Too-low indoor temperatures increase the risk of frozen pipes.
If you have any questions or concerns about staying affordably warm in your home this winter, please reach out to us.
Like any piece of equipment, your boiler will eventually have to be replaced one day. If you think it’s time to replace your old boiler, please reach out to us. If you have an old heating system that’s been prone to repairs lately, a replacement system may be a better option than annual boiler maintenance.
Residents of the Delaware Valley region of southeast Pennsylvania, northern Delaware and southwest New Jersey can depend on Wilson Oil and Propane when they need boiler maintenance, boiler repair or boiler replacement.
We provide HVAC service to the towns of Glem Mills, Media, Wallingford, Swarthmore, Springfield, Broomall, and Newtown Square, among others. We have professional and experienced technicians who can manage all types of boiler service, from annual maintenance to emergency heating repairs to expert heating equipment replacement.
