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H L Bowman
4.6(
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Gas Boiler or Radiator Heating System - InstallElectric Boiler or Radiator Heating System - Install

Serving Waltham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Danny, from HL Bowman, quickly understood the scope of the installation and used his expertise to make the installation seamless. As a result, the filtration system he installed is now operating perfectly to remove particulates greater the 5 microns from our well water. I would highly recommend HL Bowman for your plumbing needs. "
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Airco Home Comfort Services LLC
4.7(
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Boiler or Radiator Heating System - Install or ReplaceElectric Boiler or Radiator Heating System - InstallGas Boiler or Radiator Heating System - Install+3 more

Serving Waltham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Joe, the AirCo sales representative, was very professional. He actually asked for my feedback on priorities for a new boiler. This was important to me because the boiler sits below our family room, and the noise level of the boiler was as issue. His proposals listed several boiler options, based on heating efficiency, which were competitively priced. The installation was run by Steve, who was able to fit in the installation the next week. Steve, and his crews, were punctual and courteous, and the installation went smoothly. It's only been a week, but I am very pleased with my Bosch boiler, the quality of the work, the price paid, and the timeliness of the installation."
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Heavy Doody Plumbing & Heating
4.9(
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Electric Boiler or Radiator Heating System - InstallGas Boiler or Radiator Heating System - InstallGas Boiler or Radiator Heating System - Install - For Business

Serving Waltham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Brian and his crew were great. Brian came out and gave a great estimate for everything I needed. He was very responsive via email as we worked to schedule a time for his crew to come do the work, which was mainly water tank and heating system maintenance. Brian brought Jim promptly and explained the work. They then pointed out a couple of things that they recommended replacing, one they just included in the original cost estimate and another they added on due to additional parts being purchased. Jim was very thorough and professional and, by all accounts, did great work. I’ll be using Heavy Doody for all of my future plumbing and heating needs!"
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Response time4 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Yellow Dog Home Services, LLC
5.0(
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Gas Boiler or Radiator Heating System - Install

Serving Waltham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
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Rodenhiser Home Services
4.4(
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Boiler or Radiator Heating System - Install or ReplaceElectric Boiler or Radiator Heating System - InstallGas Boiler or Radiator Heating System - Install+3 more

Serving Waltham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1928

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I couldn't recommend these guys more. We had a 21-year old boiler replaced and upgraded, and a new hot water tank installed. I can't think of a single way they could have improved the whole process. From start to finish, they were knowledgeable, on time, clean, considerate, extremely professional and they did exactly what they said they would. The also installed a temporary hot water tank and left electric space heaters on the one night the burner was out of service. Everything is now working as they said it would, and a big bonus is their workmanship actually LOOKS great too! A+++"
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Akian Plumbing, LLC
4.5(
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Gas Boiler or Radiator Heating System - Install

Serving Waltham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Akian sent someone the day after I called (it was not an emergency), and John was friendly and thoughtful. He gave options for the plumbing situations I'd called about, and was not trying to upsell more service than necessary. I'm very happy with the experience and will definitely call Akian next time I need plumbing work done."
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Install Boiler questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

The main difference between an outdoor wood furnace versus an outdoor wood boiler is what each appliance is heating. An outdoor wood furnace burns wood to create heat, which warms the air and moves it through the ducts in your home. An outdoor wood boiler uses the heat from burning wood to warm water, which goes through pipes to radiators in the home.

An HVAC system typically lasts between 10 and 30 years, with an average lifespan of 15 to 25 years. The longevity of the system is influenced by factors such as the quality of the unit, usage frequency, local climate, and how well it is maintained. Regular maintenance, including cleaning, filter replacements, and professional inspections, can help maximize its lifespan. Different components within the system have varying life expectancies. For example:

  • Furnaces: 15 to 30 years

  • Boilers: 20 to 35 years

  • Air Conditioners (AC units): 12 to 20 years

  • Heat Pumps: 10 to 20 years

  • Ductless Mini-Splits: 10 to 30 years

Heat pumps are significantly more efficient than boilers, typically providing three to four times the amount of heat for the electricity they consume. While boilers run on fossil fuels, heat pumps use only electricity. This efficiency can lead to long-term savings on operating and maintenance costs. However, heat pumps have a higher upfront installation price compared to boilers. Despite their lower efficiency, boilers remain a popular choice for many homeowners, with 8 million in the United States alone, due to their lower initial cost and less intensive installation process. Ultimately, the best choice depends on your home's infrastructure, your budget, and your personal heating priorities.

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