One of the most affordable reasons to choose a radiant heating system is due to the fact that many homes already have the infrastructure for a radiant heating unit, like a boiler. If you’ve got the pipes, radiators, and baseboard heaters required for a boiler installation, you might as well invest in a new boiler that can just be retrofitted into your home. This is usually better instead of purchasing a forced-air heater that requires ductwork installation.
But with new technology comes new innovations and reasons to switch from radiant heat in Millsboro, DE to a forced-air system. But it will all depend on your home and unique situation.
For anyone interested, keep reading to learn more about the ways someone might replace an old radiant heater. And remember, for many forced-air heating systems, there are available tax credits and rebates that you and your family could take advantage of!
If It’s Not Broken, Don’t Fix It!
The first thing we’d like to get out there is that many homeowners just want to replace their boiler with a new one. If all the pipes or radiators are in good shape, then why bother replacing them? We can simply replace your central boiler system when it’s reached the end of its lifespan (15–20 years) and just reconnect it to the same pipes and radiators throughout your home.
Though, while this might sound like the best idea for most readers of this blog, it’s usually not the reality we see. Many homes have old pipes and radiator systems that should have been replaced 20 years ago, let alone right now.
So yes, if your boiler system has been treating you well and the pipes are still in good shape, a retrofitted replacement is an easy option. But for everyone else, keep reading!
Ductless Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated
If your boiler system is on its way out and all the components are outdated, what’s the easiest replacement heating system for your home that won’t require extensive ductwork installation? That’s a ductless mini split!
These are powerful heat pumps that can be installed in your home to both heat and cool it. They don’t require air ducts and they only need to be connected to a single outdoor unit. This makes them excellent choices for older homes that used to have boilers but want to upgrade to better and more efficient heating.
Also, if you’ve been thinking about adding air conditioning to your home, this is a wonderful solution since it works as both a heater and air conditioner. Check out some great incentives for these systems by contacting our team.
Furnaces, Centralized Heat Pumps, and More!
You don’t have to only choose between a ductless mini split system and a boiler. There are other units out there! We install furnaces, centralized heat pumps, and electric radiant heating systems that can improve your home efficiency and stay within your budget.
Every solution is different. Make sure you work with our qualified professionals to find the perfect heating system to fit where your old one used to be.
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