When should you replace your boiler?
It’s important to recognize when it’s time to replace a boiler.
It could save you unnecessary complications. It is wrong to think that it is enough to change it when it stops completely. The life of an obsolete or defective appliance can be prolonged, but it could have negative consequences.
Why replace your boiler?
There are several reasons for swapping your boiler for a younger version, even if it continues to work:
- Lower energy consumption.
- Reduced repair costs.
- Better comfort.
- A reduction of your environmental impact.
- Increased security in your home.
It is therefore beneficial to check the condition of your device and take appropriate action.
Replace your boiler: the signs
There are several signs that you should not delay replacing your boiler.
Your boiler is defective.
Your boiler breaks down, makes an abnormal noise, or leaks. Then you are certainly in the presence of a device at the end of its useful life! All these inconveniences make it necessary for you to have it repaired several times, generating probably unnecessary costs. It may be better to simply invest in a new system.
The boiler is no longer as efficient.
The declining performance of the system can be observed by difficulties in heating and hot water in the building.
For example: The room temperature is no longer as optimal, The water remains lukewarm or the flow of hot water is insufficient.
When your daily comfort is reduced
It is then time to buy a new boiler. Your heating bill has increased. You see an increase in heating costs, but you have not changed your habits? This may be due to a faulty or outdated system that consumes more energy to be able to function properly.
Replacing your appliance will allow you to regain optimal efficiency and performance, while paying a fair price to heat your home.
This is another way to reduce your electricity bill in winter.
Your boiler is getting old
Depending on the model, the lifetime of a boiler is normally between 10 and 20 years. It is therefore recommended to change it if it is in this range. Older systems consume more energy and are generally more polluting than modern ones. In addition, they can stop working at any time and be dangerous.
To ensure the appropriateness of buying a new device, contact professionals who can assess the condition and advise you.
In Conclusion
Replacing your boiler can be advantageous in terms of safety, cost and efficiency.
Also, don’t forget to perform standard maintenance on your system to increase its lifetime. This will allow you to take advantage of this investment as long as possible.
Contact our experts to perform a maintenance or inspection of your boiler!