Boilers

Boiler Heating System Repair in Somers, NY

In Somers, our winters are famously harsh and prolonged. As temperatures plummet as early as October, having a dependable boiler becomes essential to transform your home into a cozy refuge from the unforgiving cold. If it's been a while since your boiler received maintenance or inspection, it's prudent to address this before the chill sets in again. Reach out to Russell B. Bleakley Plumbing & Heating, Inc. today at (914) 276-3756 for expert boiler heating system repair in Somers, NY.

Don't wait until the cold weather arrives to address boiler concerns. Take proactive steps now to ensure your heating system is ready to tackle the winter chill head-on. Schedule your boiler heating system repair and maintenance appointment today!

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Boilers

When it comes to choosing a boiler for your home or business, you are in luck. Our heating experts have experience working with all boiler heating system repair types, from steam to gas. If you are unsure which boiler type is right for you, they will help guide you through their different benefits so you can make the best, informed decision about your specific needs depending on your fuel source options, budget, and size of your home.

Steam is used to heat the surrounding air through a series of pipes that feed from the boiler to the rest of the home. While these boilers are most common for industrial and commercial buildings, older historical homes often use these as well since this was the most common way to heat homes when they were built. If you want to maintain the historical accuracy of your home, call the experts at Bleakley to service your steam boiler.

Oil boilers are an alternative to gas boilers when natural gas is not an available utility. They can be less efficient. Newer models tend to be more efficient, especially for larger homes that can withstand higher energy output and can last longer than a standard hot water boiler.

Gas boilers are considered to be the eco-friendly option because it produces fewer emissions than their alternatives. They can be Natural or LP gas, but many areas do not have a natural gas utility, which can prevent many homes from being able to install a Natural gas unit. If you are unsure if your home is connected to a natural gas utility, call the experts at Bleakley today!

Hot water heaters tend to be more efficient and eco-friendlier than oil boilers. They do not require any special equipment and require less maintenance than their oil alternatives. While hot water heaters use electricity to operate, which can cost more in operating costs, they are a safer and more stable heating source.

Oil-Fueled Systems

Historically the fuel of choice for many homeowners in the northeast because of its relative inexpensiveness, oil has skyrocketed in price, increasing the cost of home heating exponentially. While many homeowners are scrambling to switch from oil to alternate heating options, that may be optional.

Installations of newer, smaller-sized oil-burning units can significantly increase efficiency. Simple modifications to your existing system, such as outdoor reset controls and programmable thermostats, can save up to 20% on fuel costs. And regular tune-ups to your oil boiler or furnace can increase its efficiency and lower your fuel bill. Also, our FANTASTIC new technology can be added to your existing equipment to save you almost ONE-THIRD of your oil bills! This new controller manager, who manages the boiler efficiently, causing it to run in less time than needed, has been an excellent breakthrough for our customers during the cold season in the Hudson Valley.

Also, we know that your oil company will solicit your business and quote you for a boiler heating system repair and installation for a very low cost. Do not be fooled. We can be helpful in pointing out to you when they "oversize" your boiler with our heat loss calculations for your home size. Big oil companies often buy in bulk - the leftover boilers that are larger and less common in size, often getting a good deal on buying large quantities. When companies do this, they like to sell you on a larger boiler - making it appear to be providing you a better deal on a bigger boiler. However, these bigger boilers (because they are oversized) will run more frequently, consume more oil, and use more energy than needed, making them inefficient. In the end, you will buy more oil per month to heat your home - and this is exactly what these companies count on, as THEY provide you with their oil delivery. They drop the installation quotes and charge you for future deliveries of their oil to you. You can trust that WE have your budget in mind and would never oversize your boiler - as we know this will cost you more per month to maintain - and many consumers think they are getting a great deal by having a larger boiler for less money than what we quoted them. Another benefit we provide on all our installations is installing isolation valves, shut-off valves, and other components on the boiler to make troubleshooting easier if and when boiler heating system repairs are ever needed. Most oil companies are "non-plumbers" and wouldn't know this - they typically offer a basic install with few additional vital components. They do this to cut costs upfront for them, and it also makes the boiler heating system repair more expensive in the future when troubleshooting issues when you call them. Instead, we provide these components on all installs to isolate and save us time and your money for unnecessary time troubleshooting the issue. This is just one more reason to call licensed plumbers "Don't Fuss...Call Russ!" A name you can Trust!

Whether you'd like to modify your current setup or explore other heating alternatives, call us now to get a thorough review of your home to help you understand which options are best for your family's needs and budget.

Our Oil-Sourced Heating Services

Our comprehensive services are available for all boiler types. Just some of the services we most often provide include:

Furnace
Boiler Heating System Repair, Installation, and Design
Oil to Gas Conversions
Startup and Safety Checks
Complete Cleaning and Servicing
Programmable Thermostat Installation
Outdoor Reset Controls Installation
*We DO NOT provide "Annual Boiler Cleanings" - we refer someone for that specific maintenance service

Oil-Fired Boiler or Furnace Questions

What do I do if my oil-fired boiler or furnace shuts off?

If your oil-fired boiler or furnace shuts down, check to see the following.
Is there a smoke smell around the boiler?
Is there a lot of soot around the boiler?
If the answer to the above questions is yes, DO NOT DO ANYTHING, and give us a call at 914 276-3756

If there is no smell of smoke or soot around the boiler or furnace, find and push the red button on the boiler.
If the boiler or furnace only runs for less than a minute, DO NOT PRESS IT AGAIN and give us a call.
Should I keep hitting the red button?...

NO!
By doing so, you are putting yourself and your family at serious risk. If the boiler or furnace does not start after pressing the reset (red) button once, Please call us at 914 276-3756

Gas-Fired Boiler or Furnace Questions

Everyone has got an opinion on whether gas is better than oil. And you always hear the gas company promoting (even offering great deals on conversions) propane and natural gas. We know that electricity is clean but very expensive as the primary source of heat. So we're not talking electric. So let me tell you about gas.