Overview
The Sowyer family from Clinton, CT was having issues with their existing 25 year old boiler system. Knowing that winter was approaching, the Sowyers knew something had to be remedied as their comfort was in question. The boiler was no longer supplying proper heat throughout their home and it wasn’t 100% operational. They knew that an oil boiler replacement might be needed and they called the professionals at Wilcox Energy to remedy the problem. We dispatched Kevin, one of Wilcox Energy’s expert technicians to inspect the oil heating system. After inspecting the existing boiler system, Kevin concluded that the Burnham boiler had reached the end of its lifespan and needed to be replaced.
Problem:
The existing heating system was a 25 year-old Burnham boiler with an internal coil supplying 5 heating zones. The Sowyer family was looking to replace their system with a more efficient option. Even with the system being very well maintained, the Sowyer’s boiler was no longer operating at full efficiency. They wanted to improve their overall home comfort while saving money on their monthly heating costs.
Solution:
Wilcox Energy installed a new oil-fired Buderus boiler with 6 zones. This new system consisted of an Amtrol indirect water heater, a Riello oil burner, and zone valves with IFC circulators. This new system improved the overall home comfort, reduced the monthly operating expenses and increased the value of the Sowyer’s home.
Table of Contents:
- Oil Boiler Upgrade In Clinton Connecticut
- Buderus G115/5 Forced Hot Water Boiler Upgrade in Clinton CT
- Useful Information About Boiler Heating Systems For Clinton CT Homes
- Inconveniences Of An Old Boiler System
- Peace Of Mind
- Are New Oil Boilers More Efficient?
- Do Boilers Lose Efficiency With Age?
- Do I Need Routine Maintenance For My Oil Boiler?
Oil Boiler Upgrade In Clinton Connecticut
We installed a Buderus G115/5 five-section oil fired boiler with 6 zones, Amtrol indirect water heater, Riello Oil Burner, and zone valves with IFC circulators in the customer’s home. Some of the materials included in the boiler upgrade were:
- Buderus G115/5 Forced Hot Water Boiler
- Riello Oil Burner
- 40-Gallon Amtrol Indirect Water Heater
- Taco 007 IFC Circulators (6)
- 6 Shut Off Valves On The Return
Buderus G115/5 Forced Hot Water Boiler Upgrade in Clinton CT
The Buderus G115 is the top-selling oil boiler in the world and with its 87% AFUE rating, blue enamel painted shell and trusting the reliability of Buderus which has been around for over 200 years. The G115/5 oil-fired boiler has a 12.5-gallon boiler, with capabilities to adjust your boiler heat automatically, using an outdoor reset control to help with conserving oil. Increasing efficiencies and the life expectancy of the boiler, helping it run more efficiently for the comfort of your home.
Key Items That Stand Out With This Boiler System:
- 87% AFUE Rating
- Triple Pass Boiler For Best Efficiencies
- Gas Tight Seal
- Cast Iron Design
- Fully Thermally Insulated
- Energy Star Rated
- Thermostream Technology
- Prevents Rapid Temperature Changes
- Easy To Service & Maintain With FrontBburner Swing Door
- Functions With Low Return Water Temperatures
- Eliminates Problematic Hot And Cold Spots
- 149,000 Net BTU Rating
Oil boiler upgrades can take multiple days to remove the old system and replace it with a new boiler and fittings. In this case, we were able to perform the upgrade of the homeowner’s heating system in 1 day, ensuring the homeowner would have a warm and comfortable home as quick as possible. The customer was able to enjoy cost savings with a NORA $300 rebate for installation of 87% – 90% efficient oil-fired heating system upgrade. With their new heating system, the homeowner is expected to save about 1 gallon of oil per day as compared to their old heating system.
Useful Information About Boiler Heating Systems For Clinton CT Homes
If you have any other questions, please feel free to reach out to Wilcox Energy today to speak with one of our expertly trained NATE Certified technicians.
Inconveniences Of An Old Boiler System
Older boiler home heating systems can cause major headaches for homeowners like our Sowyer family in Clinton, Connecticut. Between costing more to heat your home to constant repairs, older heating systems should be replaced when issues keep popping up. New boilers are more efficient and help save money in fuel costs.
Some of the issues that will let you know that your heating system is in need of an upgrade or replacement are:
- Making Strange Noises
- Uneven Heating Throughout Your Home
- Energy Bills Are Higher Than Usual
- Frequent Repairs
- Takes Longer To Heat Up
- Flame Is Yellow And Produces Soot
- Leaks
Peace Of Mind
When upgrading or replacing your older boiler heating system, you will see savings monthly in fuel costs instead of spending more to heat your home. Along with newer home heating systems being quieter, they can keep all of your rooms a constant temperature, so no more worrying that certain rooms will be cooler than others. You can expect a Buderus G115/5 to last for years delivering you the best in boiler technology, for the comfort of your home.
Are New Oil Boilers More Efficient?
New Oil boiler heating systems have an efficiency rating between 80-90% AFUE. With older systems, they could be as low as 60% efficient. That is a major difference in how effective the unit is able to convert fuel into heat energy, costing a lot more in fuel expenses as they can waste 20-30% more fuel. New boiler systems are designed to get the most out of the fuel being used to heat your home. Newer technology is implemented to replace outdated parts in older boilers to keep efficiencies higher longer.
Do Boilers Lose Efficiency With Age?
The quick answer is yes. Over time, as with almost everything, breakdowns will happen. Build up of oil, soot, sludge in the lines, and corrosion will occur. Even with a heating system being maintained annually, it will drop in efficiency as it ages upwards of 15-20 years.
Do I Need Routine Maintenance For My Oil Boiler?
Yes. With routine maintenance, you are making a small investment in your boiler every year to keep it running for an extended amount of years. This maintenance will keep efficiencies as high as possible, lower energy costs and potentially stop costly repairs. By not performing annual maintenance, you allow sludge to build up, run the risk of breakdowns, and are more likely to ensure higher energy bills.
When searching for a knowledgeable and trustworthy HVAC company in Clinton, CT and the surrounding area, contact Wilcox Energy. Our intelligent and exceptionally skilled NATE-certified technicians have experience with all makes and models of heating systems. The Sowyer family from this case study knew who to call when their home heating boiler system wasn’t working. We upgraded their old 25 plus-year-old boiler with a new Buderus oil boiler, Riello burner, 40-gallon Amtrol indirect water heater, IFC Circulators, and fittings to keep the comfort of their home in Clinton Connecticut this winter. By upgrading their home heating system, the homeowner of Clinton CT will save money on fuel costs, have even heating to their home, and have a reliable and energy-efficient boiler for years to come.
Call Wilcox Energy For All Of Your Home Heating Needs
If you require a new heating system for your home in Old Lyme CT or the neighboring area, be sure to call Wilcox Energy today. At Wilcox Energy, we provide our customers with superior HVAC services that outshine all of our competitors.
Our professionally certified technicians have years of experience to deliver effective, knowledgeable, and skilled services. Our goal is to improve your comfort, energy efficiency, indoor air quality while reducing your energy costs. We can achieve all of this while working well within your budget.
Also, you can have peace of mind by working with us. We back all of our work with a written guarantee to ensure your satisfaction. For fast, friendly, and affordable heating and cooling services, call Wilcox Energy today to schedule a free, in-home estimate.
For more information about our HVAC services, be sure to contact Wilcox Energy. You can click here to contact us, or you can call us at (860) 399-6218 to find out more. We offer a full line of heating and cooling repairs, maintenance services, and installations.
Local Reviews
for Clinton, CT
Great Service and Great Price!
Brittany - Clinton, CT 06413
Jared and Mike were knowledgeable and professional installers of a new split system. Mac was also really helpful and very efficient at getting the quote completed and the service scheduled.
Excellent service
Amy - Clinton, CT 06413
Jared was great! Explained everything to me that needed to be done and did it in a timely manner. Very personable and patient with my nonstop barking dog. Wilcox is lucky to have Jared.
AC Splits Excellent Installation
Sully - Clinton, CT 06413
Top notch knowledgeable & friendly crew. We just had 3 AC splits and compressors installed over the last 2 days. Job couldn’t have gone any smoother.
Great
Flora - Clinton, CT 06413
He was excellent. Prompt, cordial, very nice young man. Represents and upholds Wilcox stellar staff.👍😊
Kurtis and team are fantastic!
Edward - Clinton, CT 06413
I have a service contract to have my hot water heater, ACs and heating system checked out annually. Today was my day. I received a call this morning saying that my technician had completed his previous job early and wanted to know if it was alright if he came by early to do mine. I was both surprised and incredibly appreciative for this call. How often does any company come early? And instead of just showing up, confirming that I would be available and that the time worked for me? I found that to be extremely considerate, which is very appreciated by someone who has two young kids and works from home. Kurtis was the technician and I couldn’t recommend anyone more highly. He previously replaced the pilot light in my fireplace his expertise was obvious. He was just as knowledgeable about all of my systems. He did a thorough review and shared his findings with me. Overall, absolutely fantastic service from Wilcox!
Great
Robert - Clinton, CT 06413
The serviceman came on time, was very polite and pleasant, and performed the inspection as requested. We were pleased with the service
Excellent
Geri - Clinton, CT 06413
Boiler service.
Tbrennan - Clinton, CT 06413
Called Wilcox at 12:30 with a service call. Told 2-4 PM. At 2:00 on the dot, Jared & Partner showed up for service. They quickly diagnosed the electrical issue I was having, replaced thermostat & quickly fired up our boiler. Excellent service!
Boiler Tune Up
Michael - Clinton, CT 06413
Roger and his assistant tuned up our boiler today. They arrived on time and were very nice to deal with!! Found that the boiler has begun to show its age. Asked questions about what new boilers Wilcox Energy installs etc. They were very knowledgeable and helpful!! I so appreciate that!!! Would highly recommend Wilcox Energy to everyone !!!
Great service with kind service men.
Karen - Clinton, CT 06413
Your service team were on time (and I mean on time!) which is a wonderful way to begin customer service. They listened to my concern and agreed to change the faulty oil tank valve as part of this visit. They checked the zone heating and determined I needed a new circulator. They explained to me the equipment function and provided an estimate of cost to replace and completed the work while on the premise. I was not anticipating equipment would need to be replaced, but they provided an estimate of time which would still allow me to make my appointment. The Wilcox Team left the premise with a clean area. Their thoroughness, expertise and kindness made this visit a triple header! Thank you Roger and Tyler!
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