A boiler is usually the better fit for an older Massachusetts home with radiators, no ductwork and a need for strong heat on the coldest nights. A heat pump is usually better where efficiency and year-round comfort matter most, and it carries far larger rebates. The...
Your boiler needs replacing when repairs start costing about half of a new system, when it can no longer hold the temperature you set, or when it is leaking or producing soot. Age alone is not the deciding factor. A well-maintained boiler at twenty-five years can be...
Nobody thinks about the water heater until the shower runs cold on a February morning. So how long does a water heater last before that happens? Most tank units in Massachusetts homes give you 8 to 12 years, and the ones that fail early usually gave off warning signs...
