Should you replace a 20-year-old boiler?

• <div><p>If your boiler is 20 years old, it’s time to get a new one. Although it may seem to be working fine, it’s likely eating up more fuel than it should. Also, compared to a brand-new boiler, one that’s 20 years old is probably not working as well. When you get your new unit, you’ll notice that your home is heating more quickly, and the heat is consistent throughout all the rooms.</p></div>

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Last update on October 30, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
Hector and his helper got the old water heater taken out, a tankless one installed, and a water softener and filter installed in one day. Normally this job would take about a day and a half. Hector is very easy to work with, answers questions in a way that’s easy to understand, and has...
HB PLUMBING, INC. (5166253)
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Reviewed in June 2025
Salvador and his son came over and replaced TWO (!) water heaters—one in the main house and one in a guest house. I had bought the water heaters in advance. After he saw them, he told me that the new codes call for an “expansion tank” which helps the water heater last longer. He could either get...
Salvador's Handyman Service - Unlicensed Contractor
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Reviewed in May 2024
Pablo communicated well and was very professional. He installed the bathroom flooring and fixed water damaged walls. The quality of work is excellent and I have recommended him to some of my peers.
Gamez 7 Construction Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2022
Brazil Electric ROCKS! Love our custom fireplace mantle! Also ran all of our drip line system and installed new electrical outlets. Highly recommend A+++.
Brazil Electric
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Reviewed in August 2016
They did a great job. The value was excellent. They installed lighting and outlets along with the electrical wiring. They cleaned up afterwards and were a pleasure to work with. I plan on using them in the future for additional electrical needs.
Sanderson Electric
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Reviewed in June 2015
My sewage ejection pump that pumps sewage and waste water up to the sewer in the street failed. Another plumber installed a new pump, but it was not powerful enough. He insisted that the pump was adequate. Gold Country Septic brought a video camera that showed that the sewage pipe up to the...
RS Clark-Gold Country Septic
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Reviewed in July 2012
Mr. King is a person we would highly recommend for installation and repair for business and residential of phone, data and TV cable, as well as jacks and wiring and media panels
Early Bird Communications
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Install Boiler questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can build a sunroom addition to your home despite living in a cold climate. Make sure to use high-quality insulation and windows and to supplement with sufficient heating from your HVAC system. The windows in the sunroom allow enough natural light into the room to help heat it most times without having to use the furnace. Even a small electric fireplace can heat the sunroom well enough.

HVAC quotes may be negotiable. It’s important to be upfront about what you need, your budget, and your expectations. However, your contractor must suggest repairs or the system they think is best for you, and those things may not be negotiable. So, when can you negotiate an HVAC quote? When installing a new system, you may not need to replace ductwork or install specialty items such as whole-home air purifiers. If your contractor is bidding on those items or others you don’t need or want, ask them for a quote on only the equipment and services you need.

Most home boilers will need an expansion tank. That’s because these boilers are closed-loop systems, where the water is trapped. An expansion tank is needed when the boiler heats the water and it expands, allowing air to condense in the tank to make room for the water. Other types of boilers don’t use an expansion tank, such as traditional steam boilers, but these aren’t as common. And hot water tanks may be able to use a pressure release valve instead. When in doubt, call in a pro to take a look.

If your boiler is 20 years old, it’s time to get a new one. Although it may seem to be working fine, it’s likely eating up more fuel than it should. Also, compared to a brand-new boiler, one that’s 20 years old is probably not working as well. When you get your new unit, you’ll notice that your home is heating more quickly, and the heat is consistent throughout all the rooms.

Oil boilers provide reliable heating, efficiency, and long-term cost savings compared to electric options.

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