BOILERS Replacement Philadelphia

Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Reading City & More

Boilers convert energy from gas, oil, or electricity into heat to keep your home warm. Usually, a boiler heats a radiator system, but it may also function as a water heater for your appliances and fixtures. While boilers are sturdy pieces of machinery, they only last so many years. If you need to replace your old, worn-out boiler with a newer, more efficient model, use our cost guide to learn about the process and get an idea of how much you might spend.

Boiler Replacement Cost Philadelphia and Surround Areas

According to Consumer Reports, the average cost to replace a boiler is $....... Depending on the size and type of boiler you buy, you could pay anywhere, with the following factors affecting cost:

• Size: Boilers that can put out more heat cost more.
• Fuel type: Most boilers run on natural gas, propane, or heating oil, but some use electricity or wood.
• Brand: While most boilers fall within the same price range regardless of brand, some high-tech brands cost more.
• Installation: Different fuel types are associated with different installation needs. The more intensive the labor, the higher the cost.
• System type: The way boilers heat and store water makes some systems more complex than others, also affecting the cost of labor and installation.

Boiler Replacement in Philadelphia and Surround Areas Cost by Size

Boiler size is commonly measured in thermal units—the amount of heat energy the machine is capable of producing. The square footage of your home is one factor that determines how large of a boiler you need, but you also need to take your climate into account. To get a rough idea of what size boiler you need.

If your home is newer, well-insulated, and energy-efficient, use a multiplier toward the low end of the range. If you have an older, poorly insulated home, choose the higher value. For example, a newer home of 2,000 square feet located in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Reading City probably needs a boiler capable of producing ...... BTU. Here are some approximate prices for standard-efficiency gas boilers for homes located in moderate climates.

Boiler Replacement Cost by Fuel Type

Most boilers run on natural gas or propane, but some homes in the northeastern U.S. run by heating oil stored in an oil tank near the boiler. Less commonly, some boilers are powered by electricity. While electric boilers are very efficient, they’re also low-capacity and expensive to run, so they’re usually only found in warm climates or used as secondary heating for homes with another central heating system. Wood boilers are rare, but they can still be found in some rural areas. Here’s what you might expect to pay for a 90,000 BTU boiler based on fuel type.

Other Factors in Boiler Replacement Costs

Along with the price of the boiler itself and the cost of labor to install it, you may encounter a number of additional expenses during the process.

• Switching fuel type: If your home is set up for one fuel type but your new boiler uses another, you’ll typically incur additional material and labor costs. The same applies if you want to change where the boiler is located in your home.
• Insulation: During a Manual J inspection, the contractor may find that you can use a smaller boiler if you upgrade your home’s insulation. A better insulated home is more energy efficient and thus costs less to heat.
• Repair: If you don’t have to replace your boiler, it’s nearly always cheaper to repair it. According to a survey by Consumer Reports, homeowners paid an average of $.... for boiler repair.

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