The Homeowner’s Guide To Boilers: How To Maintain, Repair, and Replace Your Heating System
Anthony Mound is the Owner and Master Plumber at Trust 1 Services, a Massachusetts plumbing and HVAC contracting company. Under his leadership, the company has grown into a trusted local provider, offering services such as pipe and drain work, HVAC installation and repair, and maintenance membership plans. Anthony has over 10 years of experience as a plumber.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
- [1:34] The differences between boilers and furnaces, including how each system distributes heat
- [02:43] Key maintenance steps for boilers versus forced air systems
- [4:42] Anthony Mound compares the heating efficiency and operating costs of boilers and heat pumps
- [05:53] How homeowners can plan ahead for boiler replacement
- [07:20] Safety concerns unique to boiler systems
- [12:31] Anthony reacts to a homeowner’s story about variable hourly pricing and explains why Trust 1 Services uses flat rate pricing
In this episode…
Homeowners sometimes struggle to understand which heating system is right for their space and how to run them efficiently. Especially with older homes, boilers and steam systems can be a pain. What should you know before repairing, replacing, or maintaining these systems?
According to heating expert Anthony Mound, the first step is understanding the age and design of your existing system before making big decisions. He emphasizes sizing equipment correctly, maintaining boilers regularly, and addressing water quality early to extend a system’s lifespan. Anthony also encourages homeowners to replace aging components around a boiler instead of only replacing the unit to prevent future failures.
In this episode of Everyday Comfort, Chad Franzen of Rise25 hosts Anthony Mound, Owner of Trust 1 Services, to discuss boiler care and replacement. He discusses key differences between boilers and furnaces, how water quality affects system longevity, and how proper maintenance prevents expensive repairs.
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Quotable Moments:
- “Boilers have to be maintained just like everything else; it’s not a set it and forget it thing.”
- “They might only last 20 years or even 15 years if the water quality is poor.”
- “Steam is a little bit of a different animal. It requires a little more attention.”
- “You want to do not just the boiler, you want to do all the components around it.”
- “We’re a flat rate company, so whatever the price we give you is the price that you get.”
Action Steps:
- Maintain your boiler annually: Regular maintenance prevents component failures and ensures the system operates safely and efficiently. Skipping these checks can lead to costly repairs and unexpected heat loss.
- Assess the age and condition of your system: Understanding where your boiler is in its lifespan helps you plan replacements proactively. This prevents emergencies and avoids pouring money into equipment that is nearing the end of its usefulness.
- Improve your home’s water quality: Poor water quality dramatically shortens a boiler’s lifespan and causes corrosion or breakdowns. Adding filtration or scale protection safeguards your investment and keeps the system running smoothly.
- Replace outdated piping and components during boiler upgrades: Updating surrounding infrastructure prevents new boilers from failing due to old, corroded parts. This approach saves money long-term by reducing breakdowns and improving overall performance.
- Choose flat-rate contractors for transparency: Knowing the full cost upfront helps homeowners avoid surprise bills and inflated labor charges. This ensures trust, clarity, and confidence throughout any repair or installation process.
Sponsor for this episode…
This episode is brought to you by Trust1, your reliable plumbing and HVAC contractor in Quincy, Massachusetts.
Our goal is to provide premier customer service that instills our customers with trust, confidence, and a unique experience.
Trust1 strives to be the most recommended heating, cooling, and plumbing company in the South Shores.
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