Consider Radiant Heat for Your Home’s Comfort
A boiler utilizes hydronic radiant heat, and works by heating water and dispersing heat from a radiator. If you are looking for a clean, comfortable way to heat your home or business, then consider a boiler system from Alco Air.
What are the Advantages of a Boiler Heating System?
- Clean: Hydronic radiant heat doesn’t produce dust or other allergens associated with many other types of HVAC systems.
- Comfortable: Radiant heat gives a fresher, more comfortable feeling than other types of heat which forces air through ductwork.
- User-Friendly: Features like zoning capabilities and programmable thermostats make boiler systems user-friendly and easy to operate.
- Quiet: Unlike noisy forced air systems that push air through ducts and out vents, a boiler heating system’s only noise is at the actual boiler. There is virtually no noise at the radiators inside your home.
Would you like more information on radiant heat, or a quote for a boiler heating system? Contact Alco Air online, or call us at (903) 212-7708.
Why Choose Alco Air for Your Steam Boiler?
- Experience: Alco Air has been providing steam boiler installations to our Longview, Texas customers for thirty years.
- Expertise: We know our HVAC products! Our expert technicians understand hydronic radiant heat, and will explain the features and benefits to ensure that you make the best choice for your heating solution. All of our technicians are NATE (North American Technician Excellence) certified.
- Exceptional Customer Service: Customer service is our mission! We aim to install your boiler to keep your home warm and cozy, and to keep you feeling 100% satisfied with your Alco Air products and experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if the "banging" or "gurgling" sounds in my pipes are air bubbles or a more serious scaling issue?
Gurgling often indicates air is trapped in your radiators, which can usually be resolved by “bleeding” the system to restore quiet, even heat. However, a loud banging or “kettling” sound typically points to limescale buildup on the heat exchanger, which restricts water flow and requires a professional acid flush to prevent the unit from overheating and cracking.
What is the ideal pressure for a residential boiler, and what causes it to drop unexpectedly?
Most residential boilers should maintain a steady pressure between 12 and 15 PSI when the system is cold. If you find yourself constantly refilling the system via the auto-fill valve, you likely have a hidden leak in your distribution piping or a failing expansion tank that can no longer regulate the system’s internal pressure.
Can a professional combustion analysis improve my boiler's efficiency without replacing the unit?
Yes, during a maintenance visit, we use an electronic flue gas analyzer to measure the fuel-to-oxygen ratio and the amount of heat lost through the chimney. By adjusting the gas valve and cleaning the burner assembly based on these readings, we can often recover 5-10% in lost efficiency and ensure the unit is not producing dangerous levels of carbon monoxide.
Why are some of my radiators hot at the bottom but cold at the top?
This temperature discrepancy is a classic sign of trapped air preventing hot water from filling the upper sections of the radiator. If bleeding the radiators doesn’t fix the issue, there may be a “sludge” buildup of iron oxide at the bottom of the unit, which requires a power flush to clear the blockage and restore full heating capacity to that zone.
