As the blog notes, most Vancouver homes are heated with either furnaces or boilers. Furnaces heat air and distribute it through the house using ducts, while boilers heat water and provide either hot water or steam through pipes for heating.
Most boilers and radiators require regular maintenance in order to work at optimum efficiency. And while these systems are relatively efficient, they are not always easy to fix. Hiring the right professional, one that offers a solid warranty on their workmanship, is essential for keeping your home comfortable.
Because there are few mechanical parts, hot-water heating systems usually perform reliably for many years. Most problems will occur with the expansion tank or a circulator rather than the boiler itself. Naturally, in a water system, leaks can occur. The system can also stop working due to a variety of troubles that ranges from improper water levels to mineral deposits to a pilot or burner ignition malfunction.
In the event that a shower suddenly goes cold, or the heat stops working, try contacting a boiler repair company. A good boiler can last 20 years or more. Pro Ace Heating & Air Conditioning Ltd. provides boiler service in all types of settings in Vancouver. However, remember that prevention is always easier (and cheaper) than repair.
Boiler service, including cleaning the boiler water side heat exchanger surfaces, translates into energy savings. Boiler service should be done at least once a year to ensure peak efficiency. For boiler repair or service, call Pro Ace Heating & Air Conditioning Ltd. at 604-293-3770.