Boiler replacement
We had maintenance performed on our existing boiler (dated 1994) by Vigilante. They recommended replacing it and, after measuring our radiators, quoted us $7,000-$12,000 (depending on the plan) for a new Birnham IN-6 (150-250 BTU). We’d like to get other estimates. What companies/individuals would you recommend? Thanks!
We had maintenance performed on our existing boiler (dated 1994) by Vigilante. They recommended replacing it and, after measuring our radiators, quoted us $7,000-$12,000 (depending on the plan) for a new Birnham IN-6 (150-250 BTU). We’d like to get other estimates. What companies/individuals would you recommend? Thanks!
you might look into a condensing boiler, a fairly new technology that is 93 percent or more efficient as compared to about 80 percent. the savings are exponential, meaning that you’ll save perhaps 25 percent or more in fuel costs. and your emissions will be very low, so that you’ll be benefiting the environment. they cost approximately 20 percent more to install. more or less, depending on setup. i’m thinking of having one put in by alladin plumbing.
you might look into a condensing boiler, a fairly new technology that is 93 percent or more efficient as compared to about 80 percent. the savings are exponential, meaning that you’ll save perhaps 25 percent or more in fuel costs. and your emissions will be very low, so that you’ll be benefiting the environment. they cost approximately 20 percent more to install. more or less, depending on setup. i’m thinking of having one put in by alladin plumbing.
NY Heating is a great company, I have them check adn start up my boiler every year. Professional service. 718 782 3894
you could try SJ Fuel- they have been servicing my boiler. they have been really reliable 718-855-6060. I am in a 6 unit co-op
What do you mean by $7,000-$12,000. Where does the extra $5,000 go?
this might be a good opp to think about switching to gas- and key span will likely give you a boiler- about 4-5 grand to do the work.
I say this having switched two years ago- lower bills- no oil stink- supposedly cleaner and more stable.
Thank you Bob Marvin! that is a very short life span for a boiler!
I don’t know anything about boilers [my house has a hot air furnace] but isn’t 13 years an awfully short life span for a boiler?
seems high, try B&D Plumbing 718 857 1700. I’ve gotten work done by Vigilante before. They do good work, but are expensive. B&D put in a smaller Burnham boiler for me last winter for under $3K.