Do you know your home’s heating system? Many people don’t know if their home uses a furnace or boiler heating system. Each varies in maintenance and the type of care required. Because heating systems can be very different, it is essential to know your home’s heat system type. For those who may not know what type of system or method of heating is in their home, NY NJ AC Connection will share the differences between a furnace and a boiler.
How Does a Boiler Work for Heating?
As the name suggests, boilers use a tank of water to create heat. The heat can be generated with electricity or gas. Boilers do not use air ducts to transfer or circulate the heat throughout the home or building, but rather it goes through a piping system. The water is heated and then sent through a piping system that is snaked throughout the home, typically inside baseboards or radiators. The electrical boilers often use a heating element much like a water heater, while a gas boiler uses a jet that sets underneath the tank to heat the water. As the water cools it is brought into the tank and is reheated as it recycles the water and the heat throughout the home.
How Does a Furnace Work in a House?
Furnaces are also electrical or gas powered. However, they do use the air duct system and creates warm air that is blown into the various spaces within the home. Furnaces use heat exchangers to create the heat as well as a blower which is a fan like deceive that pushes the heated air into the air duct system. The heat exchanger’s components vary within gas and electrical. Electrical furnaces use an element much like an oven, while a gas furnace uses a jet.
Energy Efficient Heating & Maintenance
When it comes to maintenance, each varies on their own specific needs. Furnaces, like air conditioners, require the air filters to be changed out and cleaned. Furnace elements often need to be replaced about every 5 years or so depending on the quality of care. Both gas and electrical furnaces use a blower to circulate the warm air. It is common for blowers to run down and require replacing. Boilers require the filters to be changed as well but the filters are connected to the boiler system. Additionally, boilers can develop rust, mineral buildup and require cleaning or replacing due to erosion. Pipes can also develop leaks and may need to be repaired or replaced. Both furnaces and boilers require regular maintenance and care. They do vary which is why it is recommended to have a professional HVAC technician come out and service your home’s heating system during the fall months. However, it is never too late to have the heating system serviced. During a routine service the technician can access the health of your home’s heating system and if extra repairs or component replacement is necessary.
Furnace & Boiler Heating Services in Greater Manhattan, New York
If you need your home heating system serviced, whether you have a boiler or furnace, contact NY NJ AC Connection. We provide HVAC services and can ensure your home’s heating system health. For all of your HVAC needs, contact NY NJ AC Connection and schedule our services today.
