"David does great work—I’ve used Clay Plumbing for two boiler replacement jobs; he is reliable, works quickly and efficiently, at very reasonable cost. Good to know he’s there!"
"Brady and Casey are an awesome team. They came a long distance when the locals couldn't or wouldn't. They're friendly, extremely knowledgeable and if they were closer, they would be our regular furnace experts!"
"As soon as I hit send on my Angie list query Rob Wotton called me and came over the next morning for a detailed discussion. I got a detailed quote soon after that which was lower and better than the quote from my oil company. Rob also changed his schedule and replaced the oil boiler and water heater a day later as cold showers were getting old! All good!"
"They were very professional and friendly. They arrived as scheduled.
Communication was on spot throughout the entire process from beginning of the assessment, the application process, approval and installation."
"Excellent installation. Good workmanship organized and professional Andrew and Kyle explained everything well and are easy to communicate with. Plumber and Electrician also did a great job. Very satisfied with this company."
"Amazing experience all around. Easy to schedule and to work with, good deal and amazing work installing a tankless water heater. I will definitely call for any future needs."
"We hired Loudon Mechanical to install Daikin mini-splits in our home. The quote was reasonable. Each person in their crew was courteous, prompt, and efficient. They completed our job in two days and left the job site clean. W are extremely pleased with Loudon Mechanical and would highly recommend this company."
"Good workmanship and professional service. If they could do the same job for half the price, they'd easily earn 5 stars from me. pricing felt quite high for the scope of the job"
"My parents shower was leaking and causing damage to the ceiling below. Prior to calling Hurley and David four different plumbers had looked at the shower and could not find the leak. I called Hurley and David and they came to my parents’ house within a few days at which point we had the pleasure of meeting Tim, a master plumber. Within 2 minutes of him looking at the shower base he found the leak and explained clearly what needed to be done. We learned among other things that a kitchen drain had been installed instead of a shower drain. A few days later Tim retuned and in under an hour replaced the drain. He was friendly and very professional throughout his visits. I was so impressed with his work I will be hiring him to do some plumbing work in my house. I highly recommend that you consider Hurley and David and especially Tim for all your plumbing needs. They are the best!"
Always consult your manual for specific pressure numbers. Many expansion tanks come pre-pressurized at a specific PSI range, anywhere from 12 to 40 PSI, designed for a range of home boilers. You should not have to pressurize an expansion tank yourself, only the boiler system. If your system has a tank that needs to be manually pressurized, this is generally a job for professionals and their tools.
You can use a boiler and a furnace, although it’s not common to use both for whole-house heating. For example, your furnace may take care of HVAC heating through your vents, while a boiler powers your floor-based radiant heating in the bathrooms. Mixing and matching like this gives homeowners a variety of heating possibilities.
In most cases, repairing a radiator is more affordable than replacing it. A typical repair may cost between $100 and $200, while a replacement can average $1,500, with a range of $250 to $2,500 depending on the unit type. Radiator issues are often simple fixes for a professional, such as a blown fuse, malfunctioning thermostat, or a loose valve, and can take less than an hour. However, if the long-term costs of fixing the radiator are higher than replacement, it's better to get a new model. It is recommended to consult a heating expert to diagnose the problem and determine the best solution for your situation.
The primary differences between a heat pump and a boiler are their function and how they produce heat. A heat pump is a versatile system that provides both heating and cooling by moving ambient air and altering its temperature. In contrast, a boiler is solely a heating system, often working with a furnace or AC unit as part of a larger HVAC system. In terms of heat production, a heat pump generates heat more slowly and at a lower temperature, requiring a large convector for distribution. A boiler, however, produces a large amount of high-temperature heat that it emits through smaller radiators.
Depending on the size of your home and system, as well as any upgrades or add-ons you choose, it may take between three and five days to completely replace an existing HVAC system from start to finish. Your contractor should be able to give you an estimate before they begin the actual replacement.
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