It’s been a little more than two years since the residential boiler minimum federal efficiency standards went into effect. The standards, which were set by the Energy Independence and Security Act ...

THE PIPING configurations in modern hot water systems may seem much different than those of the past. Indeed, I have heard people say that the newer hot water systems are more difficult to diagnose ...

Primary/secondary piping systems improve boiler efficiency by providing hydraulic separation and precise flow control, especially in condensing boiler applications Emerging technologies like electric ...

A trend has developed in some states regarding the installation of residential boilers. Previously accepted codes, such as BOCA, are now being phased out and replaced by the International Mechanical ...

Question: I have an ancient boiler and heating system in my two-family brownstone. What can I do when I upgrade to create the most energy-efficient system? Good question given the time of year. First, ...