Furnace

The Differences Between a Boiler and a Furnace

February 22, 2019

Your home’s heating system plays a crucial role in your family’s health. It also impacts the indoor comfort levels that you and your family will enjoy. If you’re upgrading your heating system or building a new home, it’s important to research different heating options. Keep reading to learn the difference between a boiler and a furnace and which is best for your Charlotte, North Carolina, home.

What is a Furnace?

A furnace provides warmth to your home by heating the air. It has a blower motor that moves this warm air into your home’s ductwork. From there, the warm air flows out through air vents located in various rooms throughout the home. Most times, these vents are located in larger spaces. Most closets and fairly small rooms don’t have air vents.

It’s important to change the filter on a furnace at least once a month. If you have indoor pets, you’ll want to check it once every 10 to 15 days. There’s a good chance it’ll be dirty with pet dander. Always change the filter if it’s dirty, as this impacts both your heating expenses and indoor comfort levels.

What is a Boiler?

A boiler provides warmth to your home by heating water. That water then flows throughout various pipes in your home. As it’s flowing through the pipes, it heats the home. Maintenance on a boiler is completely different than maintenance on a furnace. Boilers connect to a network of pipes. A professional HVAC contractor will bleed these pipes as part of a scheduled HVAC maintenance session.

Which System is Best for Your Home?

The easiest way to determine which heating system is best for your home is to have a heating and cooling assessment performed by an HVAC professional. Bradham Brothers, Inc. specializes in a variety of heating installation, repair and maintenance services. Contact us today at (704) 912-1456 to learn more about furnaces, boilers and choosing the best option for your home.

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