Some Fun Facts on Boilers for the Utah Homeowner
What is it that makes a home so inviting in the middle of a Utah winter? One might be curious as to what is making all that noise in the utility closet or basement. Or perhaps you would like to get to know your boiler before the weather turns.
We at Whipple Cooling, Heating, Plumbing & Electrical (the Whipple Service Champions) have put our mind to keeping Utah families at ease since 1947. For any queries regarding your heating system, do not hesitate to ring us at (801) 515-2213. Until then, we have put together a few entertaining and informative tidbits about boilers that are worth knowing.
A Bit of History with Your Boiler
The notion of a boiler is nothing new; in its most basic form it has been the means of warming people up for more than 100 years. The technology is advanced now but the principle is straightforward: a boiler will heat water and put that warmth to work in your house, as opposed to a furnace which forces hot air out of the vents. There is a certain steadiness to the comfort of a boiler, no doubt because water is good at holding heat.
Consider this: our own company dates back to 1947. We have had our share of boilers over the years, so we know them well.
They Are Not Really Boiling
This one is amusing. You would think from the name that a modern residential boiler puts the water to a rolling boil, but for the most part it does not. It will raise the temperature sufficiently to send heat through your in-floor system, baseboards or radiators, yet the water is not going to be at boiling point. The appellation is left over from the days of older designs and is more of a convention these days.
There Is a Method to Radiant Heat
You can tell when you are in a place with a boiler system; the warmth is gentler, more even. Since the boiler is putting out radiant heat and not just blowing it about, there are advantages to be had. You will have fewer drafts, less dust and allergens in the air and a quietness that forced-air cannot match. Room to room the temperatures are consistent and, as some would say, cozier. In Utah where it can get cold in a hurry, such reliable heat is something you will appreciate.
Efficiency is Built In
A good modern boiler makes much of the fuel it uses. With high-efficiency types you are not wasting as much, a welcome thing on an energy bill in the long Utah cold. Water being what it is, the boiler can maintain a warm home without the need to cycle on and off with great frequency.
Of course, to get the best from any system, including a boiler, it requires some attention.
A Little Maintenance Goes a Long Way
Give a boiler proper care and it will be a faithful servant for years. Neglect it and it is apt to give you trouble when you least want it, say on the coldest night of the year. A checkup here and there will nip problems in the bud.
It is not hard to stay current on maintenance either. Our Championship Club membership is for the Utah homeowner who wants to be on top of his heating system. Should you require a repair or be in the market for a new boiler, we can make it easier with Synchrony financing.
Utah Has Known Whipple for Generations
We have put in our time with in excess of 250,000 homes in the state. Be it in Salt Lake City, St. George or any number of communities from Ogden and Provo to Sandy, Draper, Orem, Layton, Park City and Cedar City, our work has been reviewed by tens of thousands of happy families on Google.
Our techs put in 200 hours of training a year on everything from furnaces to boilers, and we stand behind every call with a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee. We will also provide a free estimate so you have all the facts.
Any Questions About Your Boiler?
Our team is on hand to see that you are able to look after your home heating system, whether it is giving you any issues or not. Make a call to Whipple Service Champions at (801) 515-2213 for an estimate or to put in for a visit. We have been at this since 1947 and would be pleased to ensure you are comfortable.
