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If you have a closed-system boiler that needs an expansion tank to work, you cannot run your boiler without it (not without the risk of extensive damage and even explosions). Your options include moving the boiler to another spot, rerouting boiler piping to a more open area, or completing a remodel around the boiler to create more space for the tank.

The radiators closest in proximity to the boiler heating system will heat up first. Radiators in rooms farther away from the boiler will take longer to heat up and may be the coolest rooms in the house. The radiator unit itself should heat up evenly; otherwise, there may be trapped air inside it.

You save money on heating oil in a few ways:

• Make sure your home is well insulated and sealed against drafts and heat leakage.

• Use a thermostat that’s working properly and calibrated accurately.

• Increase energy efficiency by insulating your basement and attic.

• Turn down your thermostat a few degrees.

• Program your thermostat to lower the heat when you’re not home.

• Order heating oil during the off-season when prices are likely to be lower.

To figure out if your boiler is worth repairing or if you need to replace your boiler, first figure out how old the unit is. Boilers last 15 to 20 years, so if your unit is 15 years old or older, it may be better to replace the entire thing depending on the severity of the problems. If it’s not quite that old, then it’s probably worth repairing. Another thing to consider is whether your warranty covers any of the repair costs. If so, it may be worthwhile to repair your boiler to keep it running.