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Avatar for Pohlman Plumbing Inc
Pohlman Plumbing Inc
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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 Arlington, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired Pohlman to evaluate two natural gas tank water heaters in our home, one of which was unoperational. They suggested combi-boiler for our home in lieu of two tank water heaters. They did a great job and we are very pleased. Customer service is top notch, and I highly recommend Pohlman Plumbing."
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Mid-replacement

+10

Response time8 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Amazing Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
4.5(
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Oil Boiler or Radiator Heating System - Install

Serving Arlington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was not home but my wife said they techs were professional, installed Trane heating and ac in good timeframe, 4-5 hours, sameday, cleanup was excellent and dual mode furnace is working great, got to wait til summer for the ac Steve Gast"
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Jamerson Residence

+5

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Hamilton Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning
4.9(
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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 Arlington, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We needed quick service due to the heavy rain water damage we sustained due to non-functioning sump pump. Vernon was very responsive and was on-site that day and was able to replace our sump pump with a new unit He then returned and installed a back-up system and fixed some piping on the outside of the house. Great service and a pleasure to deal with."
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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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AQUA PLUMBING & HEATING CO
4.5(
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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 Arlington, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Don (the owner of Aqua) was in the area at the time I called and was able to stop by within 60-90 minutes of my call. He checked operation of the boiler, and diagnosed the problem with the help of the boiler manufacturer tech support. I needed a new ignition control module; the problem was that the boiler flame would not stay lit. He tried to get the old one working again, and seemed to succeed, but I called him back the next morning to report it started acting up again. He ordered the part and returned after it arrived in a few days to install it. The part appeared to resolve the issue and I was good to go. The boiler is over 25 years old and my previous HVAC contractor had said it needed to be replaced. Don looked at me like I was nuts when I told him that. He genuinely believed in repairing rather than replacing if at all possible, and I could not agree more."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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B A R Appliances AC LLC
4.8(
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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 Arlington, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Called BAE at 5pm, and left a message with their operator. Henry called me back within 5 mins and was at the house within an hour. By 6:15pm my AC was working again -- he quickly diagnosed the problem, had the part in stock (capacitor), and completed the installation. He was professional, skilled, and courteous. Would hire him again in heart beat."
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Install Boiler questions, answered by experts

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.

Hydronic and standard electric baseboard heaters differ in how they operate, their cost, and their performance. Standard convection heaters use electric coils to heat the air directly, while hydronic heaters warm a contained liquid like water or oil, which then radiates heat into the room.

In terms of cost and efficiency, hydronic heaters usually have a higher upfront price but are more energy-efficient and cheaper to run over time. This is because the heated liquid retains warmth, allowing the heater to continue providing heat for a while after the thermostat turns it off. In contrast, electric heaters provide heat more quickly but are less efficient.

Ultimately, the better choice depends on your priorities. If you need a room to heat up fast and have a lower initial budget, an electric heater might be suitable. If long-term energy savings are more important and you don't mind a slower heat-up time, a hydronic heater is likely the better option.

Chilled water HVAC systems use water instead of traditional components and refrigerants. They're more common in commercial settings than residential ones but are slowly being adopted by some homebuilders to cool homes. As the name implies, the system keeps the water chilled at 40 degrees and circulates it through water coils. The water absorbs the heat from your home and drains outdoors. Condo apartments are more likely to have chilled water HVAC than single-family homes because this system is designed to cool several rooms or large areas individually.

No, boilers and water heaters are not interchangeable because they serve different primary functions. Boilers are used for central heating systems, providing hot water or steam to heat your home. In contrast, a water heater's purpose is to supply hot water for daily household use, such as for faucets and showers. A water heater alone cannot supply the warm water or steam needed for a central heating system.

While they are not interchangeable, it is common to have both a boiler and a water heater. In fact, a conventional boiler often works best when a water heater system is already in place. The two systems can be combined to provide both heating and hot water, either by pairing a boiler with an indirect water heater or by installing a premade combination boiler-water heater unit. For home heating, some homeowners may also opt for a furnace instead of a boiler.

Since your boiler keeps you warm and provides hot water to your home, you’re likely to notice issues with heating in your living space right away. The most obvious sign that your boiler is breaking is not getting any heat or hot water. You might also hear some odd sounds coming from your boiler during operation, the flame in your gas boiler is not blue, the pressure is inconsistent, or your boiler is using more energy than it should. If you notice any of these signs, be sure to call a pro right away.

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