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.

Routine maintenance helps ensure optimal boiler performance and safety.

If you perform an Internet search for boiler accidents, you would find page after page of shocking stories and pictures.