Boiler Services

The word boiler conjures up old-fashioned images of big steaming vats of water rushing through radiators, but the truth is that today’s energy-efficient boilers are quite modern.

Contemporary units still move water through an electrically powered pump and the water is not boiled but only raised to a temperature of about 60 degrees.

Heat is then retained inside the unit to keep it hotter longer instead of passing through a flue, which makes it cheaper to use because it requires less natural gas as fuel.

Fact 1 – Boilers Are Energy Efficient And Can Save You Money

If you install a high-efficiency condensing boiler in your home, you could save up to 40% on your energy bills. Most people in Plainfield, IL find that they see savings on their first bill, right away.

Although the cost of replacing your current boiler might seem expensive, keep in mind that the investment is worth it. Usually, the boiler pays for itself within one or two years, depending on the size and model.

Fact 2 – How a Boiler Works

The boiler is the flaming heart of your home’s central heating system.

A continuous supply of natural gas comes into your home via a company pipe. An ignition switch lights the boiler inside of a sealed combustion chamber.

The gas then heats a pipe and heats it before passing it through a large continuous circuit of pipes to heat your home.

The water is then returned to the boiler to be heated and used again.

Fact 3 – Boilers Require High Water Pressure

If your boiler more than fifteen years old, it is recommended that you get a new one.

However, before you do this, have a licensed plumbing professional check to see whether or not your home has adequate water pressure to force the heated water through your pipes.

Keep in mind that high water pressure will also increase the efficiency of all of your home appliances including the dishwasher and washing machine.

All boilers have a pressure gage that measures their efficiency. Periodically check to see if it measures between 1 and 1.5. If the pressure is lower than that on the bar then call in a plumbing and heating professional to find out why this is happening,

 

Author

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    Brian Sloan is the President of TR Miller Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical, one of the western Chicago suburbs' leading family owned home service companies, serving homeowners across more than 80 communities throughout Will, Kendall, DuPage, Kane, and Cook counties.

    TR Miller is more than a business to Brian, it's a family legacy. The company was founded by his father, Tim Miller, and Brian and his brother Jim have played an important role in growing the business from a small local operation into a full service residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical company serving homeowners throughout the greater Chicagoland area.

    Brian's perspective on the home services industry comes from firsthand experience. Before taking on leadership responsibilities, he worked in the field as an HVAC Service Technician and Fabrication Technician, diagnosing heating and cooling systems, assembling custom HVAC components, and supporting residential installations throughout the western suburbs.

    That hands on foundation continues to influence the way Brian leads TR Miller today. He understands both the work taking place inside a customer's home and the systems, training, and support required behind the scenes to consistently deliver a great customer experience.

    Over the course of his career at TR Miller, Brian has worked across nearly every major area of the business, including operations, marketing, sales, job coordination, customer service, finance, and leadership. Today, as President, he is responsible for the overall strategy, growth, culture, and performance of the organization.

    That breadth of experience across both the technical and business sides of home services has helped shape how TR Miller operates: combining the systems and accountability of a professionally run organization with the care, responsiveness, and personal connection of a family business.
    Brian's philosophy is straightforward, make home services convenient and reliable while giving homeowners the information they need to make the best decisions for their homes and families. That means educating customers, providing clear options and upfront pricing, and making sure homeowners understand both what was found and why a repair or replacement may be recommended.

    Under Brian's leadership, TR Miller has expanded beyond HVAC into plumbing and electrical services, grown across multiple locations, invested heavily in technical and leadership development, and been recognized seven times on the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest growing privately held companies.

    Credentials & Affiliations:
    - President, TR Miller Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical
    - Membership Officer, YPO Chicagoland
    - Board Member, Nexstar Network
    - Former Vice Chair, Board of Directors, Plainfield Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce
    - Associate's Degree, Waubonsee Community College
    - Former HVAC Service Technician & Fabrication Technician, TR Miller
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