When troubleshooting a hydronic system, the piping layout is often confusing. 

Sherlock Holmes has always been one of my favorite fictional characters. I envied how he would notice each detail and use every one of his senses to solve the crime.

The owner asked for a bid to replace her 35-year-old cast iron boiler, which was still operating. 

When I look at any replacement hydronic boiler project, my tenet is always to assume the existing system is installed improperly. I like to pretend I am a famous detective, such as Sherlock Holmes, and my job is to uncover the hidden mistakes.

When I parked my truck outside the boiler room, I saw a thick plume of steam chugging from a pipe on the outside wall. Right away, my spidey sense started to tingle.

Saying goodbye to an industry legend.

Correctly set controls ensure proper boiler operation.

Not maintaining this item could destroy the heating system.

One little item could mean major savings.

Air, pH balance, magnetite, and more can all have a huge impact on performance.